The gnome theme makes its return for a third year as South Portland gears up for a community celebration May 16-17.
Drew Johnson
Staff Writer
Drew is the night reporter for the Portland Press Herald. He previously covered South Portland, Scarborough and Cape Elizabeth for the Sentry, Leader and Southern Forecaster. Though he is from Massachusetts, Drew grew up going to his family’s lake house in Denmark, Maine, learning to snow ski at Pleasant Mountain and water ski on Moose Pond. While he started as a “Vacationlander”, Drew adopted “the way life should be” motto and moved to Portland in 2021.
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Scarborough adopts open space plan, unveils new barometer for conserved land
A display that tracks the town’s progress toward its goal of conserving 30% of land in town was revealed following the council’s adoption of the plan.
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Jane’s Walk tours unwind the fabric of Maine’s communities
On Saturday, over 50 free walking tours — part of a ‘global festival’ across 200 cities — highlighted the history of 29 municipalities in Maine.
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South Portland, Scarborough and Cape Elizabeth food pantries team up to meet growing need
Southern Maine organizations are combining efforts for a food drive.
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Student Submission: A look at what it takes to study abroad
As a junior at Scarborough High School who is starting to consider college options, the idea of studying abroad, particularly in the Netherlands, piqued my interest. I have a European passport, as my father is from the Netherlands, allowing me to have a reduced tuition fee if I decide to study anywhere in Europe. I […]
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Storm repairs underway at Prouts Neck in Scarborough
Work began Friday and is scheduled to run through June 13.
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New ‘human-friendly’ dog park, bar and restaurant coming to South Portland
The Barkery Dog Bar, tentatively slated to open this year, will feature a full-service bar and fast-casual dining in addition to its main attraction, an indoor dog park.
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Coast Guard proposes removal of dozens of buoys in Maine waters
Locations affected would include Portland Harbor, Penobscot Bay and several Maine rivers.
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Pineland Farms in New Gloucester to close fitness center in June
But the working farm, recreational center and business park says that it is still looking to expand its offerings.
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Proposed 96-unit development draws opposition in Scarborough
Height, environmental impacts and where to put the entrance are among concerns residents and Planning Board members have with the South Portland Housing Authority’s proposed Marshview Apartments.