Visiting artists aren’t getting cheeseburgers in paradise. Here, it’s more like lobsters in Vacationland.
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Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Francesco “Frank” DiDonato
PORTLAND – Francesco “Frank” DiDonato, 90, of Portland, died Thursday Aug. 14, 2025.
Visiting hours will be held from 4-7 p.m. on …
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Civil rights groups file in court raising alarm over settlement changes for disabled children’s services
The group, including Disability Rights Maine and the ACLU, contend enforcement of the settlement is being weakened.
Posted inPortland Sea Dogs, Sports, Travis Lazarczyk
In Portland, Sea Dogs manager lays groundwork for Boston’s future
Nearing the end of his fourth season as the Sea Dogs manager, Chad Epperson takes pride in developing Boston’s young talent.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Massabesic and Deering football prepping for their Class A return
Both programs improved significantly over the past four seasons while playing in Class B.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Portland Housing Authority executive director resigns after 2 years
Brian Frost stepped down July 31 and a permanent successor is expected to be hired by Jan. 2.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, News
Back Cove festival organizers to pay about $185,000 to city, parks
Payments include a $100,000 donation for Payson Park improvements, as well as $1 for every ticket sold, plus expenses, licenses and permits.
Posted inMaine, News
Things to know about dangerous rip currents and how swimmers caught in one can escape
Rip currents, one of the coast’s greatest dangers, account for the most beach rescues every year. Hurricane Erin is bringing the potentially deadly currents to the East Coast this week.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine, News
Maine food businesses and shoppers seeing higher costs as tariffs hit
The hefty tariffs are raising prices on items ranging from cheese to coffee, and businesses are figuring out how to absorb the costs — or pass them on to customers.
Posted inMaine
Portland’s Social Housing Task Force holds inaugural meeting
The task force gathered on Monday night to elect 2 co-chairs and begin discussions about how the city might own and manage housing for its middle class residents.