Ready or not, December is here and that seems to have many of us juggling wayyyyy too much between regular work, shopping, Christmas concerts, office parties, mailing cards, sending presents and maintaining our holly-jollyness. First, I will tell you to breathe. It’s a lot to handle, but you’re doing great. Secondly, accept that you can’t […]
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Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Portland Repair Meetups mend items, knit community
At this monthly grassroots gathering, community members come together to repair a wide variety of broken objects and share their skills with both friends and strangers.
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Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Portland is dying to discuss death
Facilitated by death educator Leona Oceania, Portland residents are coming together to speak frankly about the ins and outs of dying and death.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Portland Gear Hub raises funds to buy its building
After raising $1.56 million over two years, the nonprofit bicycle and outdoor gear organization secured its location on Washington Avenue, allowing for an expansion of programs and continued accessibility.
Posted inTimes Record
Seniors Not Acting Their Age: Blustery Number 5 Mountain
Number 5 Mountain is a 3,186-foot peak located in the mountains southwest of Jackman and northwest of The Forks. It’s part of a range of peaks that separate Attean Pond and the Moose River in the north from Spencer Lake and Stream in the south. Access to the trailhead is via Spencer Road (aka Hardscrabble […]
Posted inTimes Record
Seven land trusts receive L.L.Bean grant funding for priority conservation projects
Through the support of the L.L.Bean Maine Land Trust Grant Program, Maine Coast Heritage Trust awarded funds ranging from $8,000-$10,000 for conservation projects in six counties across the state.
Posted inTimes Record
DEP launches next round of well testing in wake of toxic foam spill in Brunswick
The next round of private well testing could show how the disastrous firefighting foam spill at Brunswick Executive Airport in August may have affected the nearby neighborhood.
Posted inHearts of Pine, Sports
Extensive renovations underway at Fitzpatrick Stadium
The city-owned facility will be the home field for the Hearts of Pine soccer club, which is preparing for its USL League One debut in the spring.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Cooper Flagg and Duke men’s basketball face calmer week after big win
Coming off big wins over Auburn and Louisville, Flagg and the Blue Devils have one game this week.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Tuesday’s high school roundup: Gorham prevails in defensive battle
Girls’ basketball: The Rams Improve to 2-0 with a 33-25 victory over Windham.