The I-295 bridge over Veranda Street in Portland will be replaced in October, requiring the closure of that part of the highway and the heavily traveled street below.
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Freeport tests skatepark, other community initiatives as downtown revitalization plan moves forward
The new trial projects are part of Freeport’s downtown visioning plan, which aims to combine a more experiential and community-based economy.
Beyond, Impossible join crowded plant-based chicken market
The two California companies helped redefine what meatless burgers could be.
Private Waterville school superintendent who condemned COVID-19 restrictions tests positive for virus
Kevin Wood of Temple Academy has criticized those who support restrictions meant to stop the spread of the disease as ‘twisted and sick.’
Hair Matters welcomes community at open house
Hair Matters, a Maine-based nonprofit, invites the community to an open house and gallery exhibition Thursday, Sept. 30 at its administrative office space in Cape Elizabeth. The event runs from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the IGA Plaza at 327 Ocean House Road, Suite 5, and is free and open to the public. Hair Matters […]
Brady’s coming to town and the Patriots have issues to fix
New England is struggling without its former quarterback, who left for Tampa Bay and won the Super Bowl last year.
Construction of 38-unit affordable housing project in Topsham likely to begin next year
Topsham Housing Authority is trying to build affordable housing to serve working families earning up to 60% of the area median income.
Wiscasset jail approaches end of second COVID-19 outbreak
About 42 people within Two Bridges Regional Jail tested positive for COVID-19 in August and September.
Biden, Congress face big week: how to advance agenda, avoid shutdown
It’s a consequential week for President Joe Biden’s agenda as Democratic leaders work to delicately trim back his $3.5 trillion package and pass legislation to avoid a federal shutdown.
NBA notebook: Irving asks for privacy when asked about vaccination status
The Brooklyn guard won’t say if he has received a shot, and would be unavailable for home games if he hasn’t been because of a New York mandate.