PORTLAND — City Councilor David Marshall may hold the key July 6 to the future of the property containing Catherine McAuley High School and the former St. Joseph’s Convent. Marshall’s absence Monday prompted councilors to postpone a vote on whether to place the property into an R5A zone that would increase housing density and allow […]
2015
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine student loan agencies will merge
The governor says he has signed the law to combine the Maine Educational Loan Authority and the Finance Authority of Maine, a semi-independent state agency.
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Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Brunswick hospital files for bankruptcy protection
BRUNSWICK — Parkview Adventist Medical Center today filed a petition for Chapter 11 bankruptcy relief. Citing “years of change in the health care industry and increasing financial challenges,” the nonprofit hospital filed in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Portland for a proposed “pre-packaged” reorganization that would have it consolidate with Mid Coast Hospital. Under the plan, Parkview’s […]
Posted inNation & World, News
Thieves break in to Ohio pet rescue, swipe 7 rare pythons
The snakes are all about 6 months old or younger and can grow up to 30 feet long.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Portland's new city manager says he's ready for challenges
PORTLAND — Jon Jennings on Monday said crossing the Casco Bay Bridge from South Portland makes him feel like he’s going home. “I believe passionately in Portland,” Jennings said. “I really feel as though it has been very good to me personally and professionally.” Jennings was confirmed Monday night as the new city manager by […]
Posted inMaine, News
Car-window wish for kidney rewarded: Maine woman receives lifesaving transplant
Both patient and donor are reported to be doing well after surgery, capping an unusual story of strangers and sacrifice.
Posted inNation & World, News
Al-Qaida confirms U.S. strike killed leader of Yemen affiliate
In a video statement dated June 14 and released Tuesday, a senior operative announces the death of Nasir al-Wahishi, a veteran jihadist.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Bath students adopt cause of Zimbabwe orphans
BATH — They may be thousands of miles away, but the plight of a group of orphans in Zimbabwe has touched a class at Morse High School. So much so, that the Jobs for Maine’s Graduates students have so far raised more than $3,000 to ensure the African children won’t be turned out into the […]
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Bath arts center serves up art walk, Kennebec exhibit
BATH — The Chocolate Church Arts Center is planning a variety of activities to get the summer started. The 802 Washington St. center will host Bath’s 3rd Friday Art Walk & Trolley Tours on Friday, June 19, and liven things up with live dance. Bath’s Resurgence Dance Company, and Portland-based Vivid Motion, will perform family-friendly […]
Posted inThe Maine Forecast
Tropical storm Bill to impact Texas coast Tuesday, remnants possible here this weekend
There is never a shortage of interesting weather somewhere in the country. If it’s winter it’s usually going to be cold or snowy in some region and if it’s spring or summer you can often find heat, thunderstorms, and/or tropical weather. This morning, the most interesting weather is across the Gulf of Mexico where tropical […]
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