Portland Museum of Art hangs its future on fate of neighboring building
On May 6, the City Council will take up the question of whether the former Children's Museum at 142 Free St. can be demolished. Working toward an ambitious expansion, the PMA hasn't said what it will do if the structure can't be torn down.
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Pizza Joint becomes latest Portland-area business to feel a lot of love … a little too late
After the foodie favorite announced the closure of its Portland and South Portland shops, people were lining up to place orders. But one can't help but ask: Where were those customers before?
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In a historic legislative session, some big reforms for Maine still fell short
Some approved legislation still awaits action by the governor, and lawmakers will return for at least one more day to address vetoes.
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California Disney characters are unionizing decades after Florida peers. Hollywood plays a role
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Russian drones set a Black Sea hotel ablaze as Ukraine army chief warns about front line pressure
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Arts & Entertainment Posted: 10:27 AM
Nicole Kidman, who ‘makes movies better,’ gets AFI Life Achievement Award
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Business Posted: 10:17 AM
Tesla founder Musk visits China as competitors show off new electric vehicles at Beijing auto show
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Nation & World Posted: 10:05 AM
Dozens in Italy give a fascist salute on the anniversary of Mussolini’s execution
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Business Posted: 9:58 AM
Seeking engagement and purpose, corporate employees turn to workplace volunteering
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Nation & World Posted: 9:25 AM
African farmers look to the past and the future to address climate change
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Politics Posted: 9:19 AM
Trump is running against Joe Biden, yet keeps bringing up another Democrat: Jimmy Carter
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Opinion Posted: 4:02 AM
Jim Fossel: Legislative session could have been worse
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Susana Hancock: History of space exploration proves politics can be transcended
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Our View: Julia Gagnon rightly the pride of Maine
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Opinion: Trump’s trial will go well beyond the charges to paint a damning portrait of him
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Sports
Portland men’s pro soccer team unveils name: Hearts of Pine
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Local & State
Maine State Police investigate fatal crash on Maine Turnpike in Wells
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Opinion
Opinion: Portland Museum of Art appears to have lost its way
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Local & State
Amtrak planners identify 3 possible sites for new train station in Portland
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Business
Portland coffee company becomes first in Maine to ratify contract with labor union
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Business
Portland restaurant Esaan closing permanently
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Politics
Mills vetoes bill restructuring income tax brackets
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Elections
Maine Republican leaders urge party to regain trust of women as convention begins
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Business
Casco Bay Lines OKs first rate hike in 15 years, and it’s a big one – for tourists
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Varsity Maine
Softball: Windham makes statement with one-sided win over Gorham
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Local & State
Rapt tour group: Bird-watchers gather on Bradbury Mountain for a day of education on birds of prey
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Business
Portland coffee company becomes first in Maine to ratify contract with labor union
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Business
Portland restaurant Esaan closing permanently
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Varsity Maine
Watch: Highlights, interviews from the week’s high school sports action
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Local & State
Two hospitalized after ATV crash near Solon
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Opinion
Our View: Julia Gagnon rightly the pride of Maine
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Nation & World
Russian drones set a Black Sea hotel ablaze as Ukraine army chief warns about front line pressure
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Nation & World
Dozens in Italy give a fascist salute on the anniversary of Mussolini’s execution
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Politics
Trump is running against Joe Biden, yet keeps bringing up another Democrat: Jimmy Carter
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Nation & World
African farmers look to the past and the future to address climate change
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Business
Tesla founder Musk visits China as competitors show off new electric vehicles at Beijing auto show
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Business
Seeking engagement and purpose, corporate employees turn to workplace volunteering
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Nation & World
Hamas reviewing Israeli proposal for cease-fire in Gaza
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Nation & World
Yemen’s Houthi rebels claim downing U.S. Reaper drone, release footage showing wreckage of aircraft
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Schools and Education
Anti-war protesters dig in as some schools close encampments after reports of antisemitic activity
Society Notebook: Indigo Arts Alliance auctions work by residency program alums
The Spring is in the AiR benefit was also a celebration of the Portland nonprofit's fifth anniversary.
California Disney characters are unionizing decades after Florida peers. Hollywood plays a role
Earlier this month, the California character performers and the union organizing them, the Actors’ Equity Association, said they had filed a petition for union recognition.
Maine Republicans outline party’s priorities heading into 2024 elections
On the second day of the party's convention, the GOP adopts a platform that takes positions on school curriculum, foreign policy and news coverage.
Ask Maine Audubon: Birders rejoice as many species overshoot targets and arrive in New England
Wildlife questions from Mainers answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox.
Saturday’s high school roundup: Greely turns back Waynflete, 10-8
Girls’ lacrosse: The reigning Class B champions hand the Class C Flyers their first loss of the season.
Jim Fossel: Legislative session could have been worse
A couple of well-placed vetoes could make the outcome even better.
Atsuko Fujimoto became a baker out of boredom. She might be the best in the country.
The owner of Norimoto Bakery in Portland's Deering Center came to her craft later in life and with little forethought. Now, she's up for a James Beard Award for the third time.
Like a Boss with Mark Bessire, Director of the Portland Museum of Art
Join us for a live conversation on Wednesday, May 1 at the Portland Museum of Art.
Freeport increases cannabis grow facility licenses
The town will now offer six licenses for cannabis cultivation, and potential changes to who can receive those licenses could be on the horizon.