Restaurant critic Andrew Ross chose the best restaurants of the year.
2023
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, People on the Move
Jason Bolton named associate dean at UMaine Cooperative Extension
NEW HIRES Jason Bolton has been named associate dean at the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. He will provide leadership for strategic initiatives within the organization, which conducts community-based, research-driven programs throughout Maine to grow its food-based economy. Previously, Bolton served as UMaine Extension professor and the state food safety specialist. In that role, he […]
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Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Pine Tree Power is an exact replica of a failed model
Here’s how Pine Tree Power will shake out if it’s passed by voters in November: Maine taxpayers will be forced to borrow billions of dollars to seize our existing utilities. A new utility, run by politicians who believe they’re smarter than those of us doing the job now, will be established from scratch. They’ll make […]
Posted inMaine, Schools and Education
After complaint filed against Portland schools, advocate points to value of spaces for people of color
A national conservative group filed a civil rights complaint against the district over a group for staff members of color.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: A lesson to be learned about how to handle an insurrection
The immediate punishment for those who stormed Brazil’s capital over the ex-president’s loss is something from which the U.S. should learn.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Presidential Citizens’ Medal ceremony, honoring duty, overlooks Pence
On Jan. 6, the second anniversary of the Capitol insurrection, President Biden honored and presented the Presidential Citizens’ Medal to 14 heroes who physically defended the Capitol and also to those who protected the voting process. It was a very moving and well deserved ceremony. However, in my opinion, one more person should have been […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Review
Remake of Swedish film adds heart, loses soul
As the title character in “A Man Called Otto,” Tom Hanks plays a cantankerous widower with an affinity for home repair. When it comes to this tear-jerker’s own makeover – it’s based on Hannes Holm’s 2016 Swedish film “A Man Called Ove,” inspired by Fredrik Backman’s 2012 novel – some sanded-off edges threaten to throw […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
Buxton Notes: Jan. 12
Generosity rises Donations to the Buxton Toy Box rose significantly in 2022. The number of children receiving gifts during the holidays climbed to 117 in 2022 from 86 in 2021, representing a change of 36%. The number of families served rose to 47 from 38, a nearly 24% uptick. Volunteers started the Toy Box program […]
Posted inFood, Guides
Best 75 places to eat and drink in Greater Portland for 2023
Press Herald restaurant critic Andrew Ross’ picks for the area’s top restaurants, coffee shops, bakeries and bars.
Posted inFood, Guides
Top 10 places to eat and drink in Greater Portland
These spots ranked highest in our list of the Best 75 restaurants, cafes, bakeries and bars.