Also, Terlingua owners to open West End brunch spot; a taste-test for Maine syrups; Twelve’s chef heads south for a collaboration; and Portland On Tap returns.
2024
Posted inLetters
Letter: Taking our cue from Stevens
The renowned architect embraced a philosophy of art for all.
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Posted inMaine, News
Plan to replace South Portland’s fishing shacks gathers steam
People as far away as Florida and Texas have donated thousands already to rebuild the historic fishing shacks at Fisherman’s Point.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Coastal Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Northern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster, The Forecaster
2024 Winter Guide: Don’t wing it, prep for the Great Backyard Bird Count
Maine Audubon is offering online Birding Basics courses and other activities so participants can gear up for the Great Backyard Bird Count in February.
Posted inCoastal Journal, Northern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Arts Calendar: Jan. 19-26
Comedy Friday 1/19 Sue Costello: 7 p.m., Empire Comedy Club, 575 Congress St., Portland. $20. 21-plus. empirecomedyme.com Saturday 1/20 Maine Made Local Showcase: 7 p.m., Empire Comedy Club, 575 Congress St., Portland. $10. 21-plus. empirecomedyme.com Wednesday 1/24 Tim Murray: 7 p.m., Empire Comedy Club, 575 Congress St., Portland. $20. 21-plus. empirecomedyme.com Exhibits/Galleries Through 1/28 “Miraculous […]
Posted inOpinion
Letter: The Chamber facade should be preserved
I wish to support Portland’s historic districts, the hard-working volunteers, and the city ordinances that protect the character of our city. It is in the city’s long-term best interests to play by the rules rather than make whimsical exceptions. It is in our best interests to keep the faςade of the Chamber of Commerce (former […]
Posted inOpinion
Opinion: Storm damage underscores need for collaborative state response
To rise to an exceptional environmental challenge, Maine needs an exceptional model: efficient, innovative and helped by outside experts and the greater public.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Coastal Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Northern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster, The Forecaster
2024 Winter Guide: Maine Lakes Winter Carnival packs a lot into a day
Held at Highland Lake in Bridgton, the carnival features a rail jam, polar dip, live music and many more wintry amusements.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Coastal Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Northern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster, The Forecaster
2024 Winter Guide: Score family fun at Maine Mariners, Maine Celtics games
The minor league teams have plenty of events planned this winter to delight fans of all ages.
Posted inCoastal Journal, Northern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Community Calendar: Jan. 19-26
Books/Authors Saturday 1/20 Patricia O’Donnell author talk: “A Symmetry of Husbands,” 1 p.m., Portland Public Library, Peaks Island branch. portlandlibrary.com Thursday 1/25 “Discuss Three Works by Ursula K. Le Guin”: 6:30 p.m., Back Cove Books, 651 Forest Ave., Portland. Registration required. backcovebooks.com Ongoing Blurb Club in Mechanics’ Hall: Noon, every other Thursday, Congress Square Park, […]