The South Portland Planning Division will hold a series of series of drop-in information sessions about the city’s new Tree Protection Ordinance, which goes into effect Jan. 1. The ordinance, passed by the City Council Nov. 14, requires property owners to go through the Planning Board if they want to remove a certain amount of […]
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USM parking system changes not going over well in Gorham
A new license plate reader parking-fee system that assesses costs and sends bills has drawn complaints from those who weren’t aware the system existed.
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Arts Calendar: Dec. 22-29
Comedy Friday 12/22 “An Improvised Holiday Special”: 7 p.m., The Hill Arts, 76 Congress St., Portland. $15 advance, $20 at door. 18-plus. thehillarts.me Don’t Tell Comedy: 8 p.m., location revealed day-of, East Bayside, Portland. $25. 21-plus. donttellcomedy.com Talk Of The Town Comedy Show: 8 p.m., Maine House Of Comedy, 77 Free St., Portland. $20. eventbrite.com […]
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People and Business: Dec. 20
Hires, promotions, appointments Tripp Harrison has been named president and CEO of Goodwill Northern New England, which serves Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. He was formerly the president and CEO of Goodwill of South Mississippi. Jennifer Lanphear, education programs manager for the Finance Authority of Maine, has been elected president of the National Association of […]
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Community Calendar: Dec. 22-29
Holiday events Through 12/23 Polar Express train rides: Various times, 49 Thames St., Portland. $35. mainenarrowgauge.org Through 12/31 Two Sisters in Maine Artisan Fairs: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 124 Main St., Freeport. visitfreeport.com Books/Authors Ongoing Blurb Club in Mechanics’ Hall: Noon, every […]
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Cheverus girls make powerful early statement with win over TA
Stags ride Maddie Fitpatrick’s brilliance to a 53-40 victory.
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Gray couple goes all out with musical holiday light show
The free show got its start in 2020 and this year hopes to raise money for a homeless outreach group.
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SAD 51 board votes to keep ‘Gender Queer’ at Greely High School library
A parent who had challenged the book because of its sexually explicit content had hoped the Cumberland-North Yarmouth School Board would overturn the recommendation from a review committee.
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Through My Lens: Help immigrants navigate threat of Trump’s return
Former President Trump’s recent derogatory remarks on immigrants, including the alarming statement, “They are poisoning the blood of our country,” have sent shockwaves through Maine’s immigrant community. The looming prospect of Trump’s return, coupled with his policy proposals like advocating for the “largest deportation operation in history,” has instilled fear as the 2024 election approaches. […]