Fans of the hit PBS drama “Downton Abbey” breathed a sigh of relief this past fall when it was announced that the widely popular show would have a sixth season. Now local fans will have the opportunity to get an inside look at Highclere Castle and Basildon House, the primary locations where the show is […]
February 2015
South Portland: Hearing on armory zoning pushed back
The South Portland Planning Board was originally scheduled to hold a public hearing on a proposed zone change for the armory property this week, but that hearing has now been pushed back to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10. Priority Real Estate Group, which is based in Topsham, purchased the armory, built in 1941 in […]
South Portland: Hearing on armory zoning pushed back
The South Portland Planning Board was originally scheduled to hold a public hearing on a proposed zone change for the armory property this week, but that hearing has now been pushed back to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10. Priority Real Estate Group, which is based in Topsham, purchased the armory, built in 1941 in […]
South Portland: Hearing on armory zoning pushed back
The South Portland Planning Board was originally scheduled to hold a public hearing on a proposed zone change for the armory property this week, but that hearing has now been pushed back to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10. Priority Real Estate Group, which is based in Topsham, purchased the armory, built in 1941 in […]
Boys Basketball: Lakers upset Yarmouth in semis, lose to Cape in finals
Even dual 18-point performances – by Adam LaBrie and Cody Cook – couldn’t elevate No. 1 Yarmouth above No. 4 Lake Region, when the two teams met at the Cross Insurance Arena in the B West semifinals last Thursday night, Feb. 19. Instead, the Lakers’ Jack Lesure fueled a scorching, 52-50 upset, snatching rebounds, coordinating […]
Boys Basketball: Lakers upset Yarmouth in semis, lose to Cape in finals
Even dual 18-point performances – by Adam LaBrie and Cody Cook – couldn’t elevate No. 1 Yarmouth above No. 4 Lake Region, when the two teams met at the Cross Insurance Arena in the B West semifinals last Thursday night, Feb. 19. Instead, the Lakers’ Jack Lesure fueled a scorching, 52-50 upset, snatching rebounds, coordinating […]
Current Calendar
(To list an event, email info 10 days in advance to [email protected].) Through March 31: The Cape Elizabeth Church of the Nazarene hosts Loaves & Fishes, a weekly opportunity for people in Cape Elizabeth and neighboring areas to gather and share a simple meal and fellowship. Meals are free and will be served at the […]
Bath school's 1-act play spotlights teen angst
BATH — Morse High School’s entry in this year’s Regional One-Act Play Competition is a window into the trials of adolescence. The production, “Look Up,” written by senior Morgan Quigg, follows the story of Avyn, played by Cassie Lambert, and her next-door neighbor Christian, played by fellow senior Paden Stanton. “They have been best friends […]
South Portland: City mulls waterfront oversight committee
Although South Portland’s waterfront is considered to be a valued asset and a significant contributor to both the natural beauty of the city, as well as the local economy, it’s been nearly 20 years since there has been focused oversight of waterfront activities. That’s one reason why the City Council is considering the creation of […]
Scarborough businessman mourned by friends, family
A memorial service is planned for Thursday, Feb. 26, at the Salt Water Grille in South Portland, for well-known Scarborough business owner Wayne Smith, who died Feb. 21 following a brief illness. He was the co-owner of Kitchen & Cork in Cabela’s Plaza on Payne Road, and was on the board of directors for Buy […]