The biggest one-time gift in the history of the Foundation for Portland Public Schools will be used in part for a new program to bring local arts organizations into classrooms.
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Posted inMaine, News
High temperatures to grip much of Maine for the next few days, forecasters say
Some areas will see heat reach into the high 90s, while it will stay a bit cooler along the coast. Cooling centers are opening across the state, and a heat advisory has been issued.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Do This, Life & Culture
Maine’s best bets this week: A giant bouncy house, balloon fest and Highland Games
Catch concerts from Watchhouse in Portland and Halley Elwell in Augusta.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Do This, Life & Culture
Back Cove festival hit all the right notes, with help from The Roots, Madi Diaz and Lucy Dacus
Here are some of my favorite parts of a well organized, diverse event.
Posted inFood, Leslie Bridgers, Life & Culture, Maine, News
Is a Maine lobster roll from a gas station any good? | Column
We tried cheaper versions of the state’s signature sandwich from Rusty Lantern, Hannaford and Market Basket to see how they stacked up.
Posted inDo This, Guides, Life & Culture
Get off the Main(e)land and explore 22 of Maine’s islands
The state boasts thousands of islands, each one offering a slightly different vibe, from quiet camping getaways to bustling harbor towns.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Politics
Maine hospitals wait years to be reimbursed for serving low-income residents
Hospitals are already under financial strain. Federal and state policies affecting Maine’s Medicaid program will only add pressure.
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Sabatino “Sava” M. Nappi
PORTLAND – Sabatino “Sava” M. Nappi passed away at his home on July 21, 2025. He was 94 years old.
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Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Robert Jason Elowitch
PORTLAND – Robert Jason Elowitch, a lifelong Portland resident, passed away unexpectedly on Aug. 7, 2025, at the age of 82.
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Posted inHearts of Pine, Sports
Hearts of Pine play to a scoreless draw against Richmond
Portland creates plenty of chances but cannot capitalize and plays to its third scoreless draw of the season.