The 2 suspects from Solon are charged with arson, conspiracy to commit arson and insurance fraud.
2017
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Three finalists announced for 47th Fitzpatrick Trophy
Maine’s top honor in high school football will go to Falmouth’s Jack Bryant, Scarborough’s Owen Garrard or Wells’ Nolan Potter.
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Posted inNation & World
In defamation case, Trump offers new twist in Bill Clinton’s Paula Jones defense
A defamation suit brought by a female accuser could force scrutiny of the president’s personal life and even make him take the stand.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Portland vigil memorializes homeless deaths
PORTLAND — The annual Homeless Persons’ Memorial Vigil will begin at 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 21, in the courtyard at the Preble Street Resource Center, at the corner of Preble and Portland streets. The vigil precedes a march to Monument Square for a 4:15 p.m. commemoration ceremony, where candles will be lit to honor all […]
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Temporary ban puts Munjoy Hill demolitions on hold in Portland
PORTLAND — City councilors on Monday approved a moratorium that will temporarily prevent Munjoy Hill homes from being torn down. The pause will give city staff time to evaluate zoning in the neighborhood. “Thirteen demos in 30 months does not sound like a lot, but what you need to recognize is they have been speeding […]
Posted inBusiness, Life & Culture
This Christmas present idea will grow on you
A New Seaweed Farmer Kit will set you back $2,750 but delivers hours of fun.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Ready, set, snow! South Portland school to kick off monthlong winter health challenge
Students at Skillin School and 15 other Maine schools are preparing to participate in the 2018 Winter Games in January.
Posted inMaine
Fire in Rumford destroys former home of Rita’s Laundromat
About 40 firefighters battled the fire in the unoccupied building at the corner of Oxford Avenue and Cumberland Street.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Portland councilors postpone vote on pesticide restrictions
PORTLAND — It has been nearly two years since city councilors began a push to regulate the use of pesticides. On Monday, the number of amendments to a proposed ordinance pushed a scheduled vote to Jan. 3, 2018. Councilors heard 45 minutes of public comment on the ordinance and 11 possible amendments. Those who did not […]
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Grant puts lobsters within reach of Portland students
PORTLAND — The biology of lobsters, lobstering and the various industries the fishery supports is part of the expeditionary learning curriculum for Presumpscot Elementary School third-graders. But the annual cost of renting a marine touch tank to give the students an up-close look at lobsters was not sustainable. So the school turned to the Drive for […]