John A. Kierstead, 67, passed away on Oct. 29, 2020, at his home in South Portland, with his wife, Lorna Darling-Kierstead, his sons, Ian E. Dawson and William E. Darling-Dawson III, and his faithful dog, Salem at his side. A memorial reception will be held from 3 to 6 p.m., Monday, Aug. 9, 2021, at […]
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Portland schools continue after-school snack program
The Portland Public Schools will continue its participation in the federal after-school snack program for the fourth straight year. The SuperSnack program offers an afterschool snack to students participating in afterschool program at East End, Ocean, Presumpscot, Reiche, Talbot and Rowe elementary schools, as well those in the Make it Happen Program at Deering High […]
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Preble Street raises $13M of $14M goal so far
Preble Street is $1 million short of its $14 million goal as it nears the end of a fundraising campaign to increase homeless shelter capacity and fund new programs. The campaign would help to create a new center for survivors of human trafficking; establish a fund for emergency services; consolidate shelters for homeless and runaway […]
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies
Lobsta, lobsta and more lobsta
Cook and enjoy two lobster recipes that work whether you’re feeding a few or a crew.
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People & Business: Aug. 4
Maine Medical Center named Best Regional Hospital Maine Medical Center was named Best Regional Hospital in Maine for 2021-2022 by U.S. News & World Report and recognized as “high performing” in 13 common procedures and conditions included in the annual survey of U.S. hospitals. “This is an important recognition of the quality, patient-centered care that […]
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Northern Meetings: Aug. 5-12
Chebeague Island Visit townofchebeagueisland.org for information on Zoom access. Mon. 8/9 6:30 p.m. Planning Board Mallett Hall Cumberland Check cumberlandmaine.com for access to Zoom. Thur. 8/5 6 p.m. Town Council Neighborhood Meeting Town Hall Mon. 8/9 6 p.m. Town Council Workshop Town Hall Mon. 8/9 7 p.m. Town Council Meeting Town Hall Thur. 8/12 6 […]
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies
BSOOB Transit adds new, free bus line
The Silver Line will go to Biddeford and Saco downtowns and the University of New England.
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Community Calendar: Aug. 4-14
PORTLAND BOOK DISCUSSIONS Benefits Cross for LifeFlight, self-led “choose your own challenge” event. Hike, bike, swim, run, sail, row or paddle during a fundraiser to benefit LifeFlight of Maine, through Aug. 31, crossforlifeflight.org/info. Dempsey Challenge, Sept. 25-26, in-person and virtual events to raise funds in the fight against cancer and support patients, donations also accepted […]
Posted inScarborough Leader, South Portland Sentry, Southern Maine Weeklies
How lobster fishing began in southern Maine
Before eating the crustaceans became popular, lobsters were once used for fertilizer.
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Watch: Maine Voices Live with Reza Jalali and Morgan Rielly
The pair was interviewed by Press Herald courts reporter Megan Gray.
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