The next hurdle for the long-planned project aimed at revitalizing the downtown by bringing paddling sports and other recreation is raising more money.
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Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics, Schools and Education
Who will be on the November ballot in Portland?
There are 3 school board seats and 2 City Council seats up for grabs. Meet the candidates who are vying for them.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine
Singing star Jane Morgan, longtime Maine resident, dies at 101
She spent summers in Kennebunkport, recorded hit songs, appeared on Broadway and TV, and last year celebrated her 100th birthday with an event at the Ogunquit Playhouse.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Chellie Pingree among House Democrats urging U.S. to recognize Palestinian state
A spokesperson for Rep. Jared Golden said the 2nd District Democrat would not sign the letter, and places the onus on Israel and Palestine to ‘resolve their differences.’
Posted inFood, Nation & World, News
They once shared recipes. Now her family is going hungry in Gaza
A U.S. citizen watches from afar as her relatives in a war zone struggle to survive.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Piscataquis County Jail flagged for serious health risks, inconsistent record-keeping
Sheriff Robert Young says the Dover-Foxcroft facility is on track to fix the issues of noncompliance that the Maine Department of Corrections raised in a recent inspection.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Former state worker and environmental advocate launches independent run for Maine governor
John Glowa Sr., of South China, is among more than a dozen candidates vying to replace Gov. Janet Mills.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Police investigate 2nd Portland bank robbery in 5 days
The robbery at Kennebec Savings Bank was reported shortly after 11 a.m. Wednesday.
Posted inMaine
Kennebunk Free Library’s roaming felines are finding forever homes
Since 2023, the library has been working with the Animal Welfare Society to help cats get adopted.
Posted inBoston Celtics, Sports
Celtics forward Jayson Tatum seen without boot or brace at Patriots training camp
Tatum had surgery in May to repair a ruptured right Achilles tendon after getting injured in the NBA playoffs.