Edward D. Murphy

Maine marijuana backer says allies doomed 2014 bill

by Edward D. Murphy November 23, 2013

Thursday’s vote means a bill to legalize small amounts of marijuana throughout the state won’t be able to be reintroduced before 2015.

Maine, News

Game wardens weigh charges in Old Orchard hunting case

by Edward D. Murphy November 22, 2013

Two hunters, including a town councilor, allegedly fired shots close to a woman’s house and nearly hit her.

A Word With the Boss, Business

Bow Street Market focuses on customers, local food

by Edward D. Murphy November 21, 2013June 3, 2014

Adam Nappi also touts the wine cellar, deli shop, gelato and an emphasis on healthy organics.

Maine, News

Feature obituary: Arthur Fournier, 82, profane, pushy Boston-bred tugboat owner

by Edward D. Murphy November 17, 2013

He inspired ‘an Old Testament kind of awe’ on Portland’s waterfront.

A Word With the Boss, Business

Camden Harbour Inn owner’s attention to detail pays

by Edward D. Murphy November 14, 2013June 3, 2014

Raymond Brunyanszki leads the hotel to membership in the exclusive Relais & Chateaux association.

Maine, News

Spurwink humanitarian award goes to Maine paper mill hero

by Edward D. Murphy November 10, 2013

John Halle is CEO of Cate Street Capital, which restored 250 jobs at Great Northern Paper in Millinocket.

Maine, News

Feature obituary: Bill Troubh, 78, former Portland mayor who wanted the best for the city’s people

by Edward D. Murphy November 10, 2013

Bill Troubh grew up on Sherman Street, which was not necessarily the nicest part of Portland. But he succeeded, going on to college and law school, founding a law firm and eventually serving as mayor of Portland for two terms. “He didn’t have much, but there was a support system there that helped him lead […]