Mercy Hospital posthumously bestowed on philanthropist Maddy Corson its award recognizing outstanding community support. The annual Forsley Award is named in honor of longtime Gary’s House champion, Fred Forsley. It recognizes a remarkable leader and advocate who works to make the Greater Portland community better for all, with a special focus on neighbors in need. […]
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Longfellow’s Haunted House tours continue to spook Portland
The popular seasonal tours of the Wadsworth-Longfellow House are based on Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s poem “Haunted Houses,” and focus on those who lived and died in the Portland landmark.
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Portland English learners quiz government officials in forum
Last week, a panel of local, state and federal representatives answered questions from 75 ESOL students at Portland Adult Education.
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Victoria Mansion gets 19th-century updates
The National Historic Landmark on Danforth Street is undergoing three restoration projects that will bring it closer to its original appearance in 1860.
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People and Business: Oct. 30
Hires, promotions, appointments Guelord Balekelayi was hired at Opus Consulting as a consultant, with a background in accounting and finance. Alison Frazee has been named Greater Portland Landmarks’ upcoming director of advocacy, to start her position in January. She previously was executive director at Boston Preservation Alliance. Claudia Meyer-Maaseidvaag joined the Homeless Animal Rescue Team, […]
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Arts Calendar: Nov. 1-8
Comedy Friday 11/1 Gals and Pals All Saints’ Day Comedy: 7:30 p.m., Newscapes Brewing, 163 Washington Ave., Portland. $11.79. humanitix.com Friday 11/1 & Saturday 11/2 Chris Higgins: 7 p.m., Empire Comedy Club, 575 Congress St., Portland. $29.44. 21-plus. empirecomedyme.com Tuesday 11/5 “We’re Probably F’d” Election Night watch party: With five stand-up comedians, 7 p.m., Empire […]
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Community Calendar: Nov. 1-8
Bulletin Board Saturday 11/2 Bountiful Fair: Holiday/craft fair, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Stevens Avenue Congregational Church UCC, 790 Stevens Ave., Portland. 317-3806 Busy Angels’ Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Scarborough Free Baptist Church, 55 Mussey Road. 883-2336 Saturday 11/2 & Sunday 11/3 Early Bird Holiday Arts and Craft Show: 9 a.m. to […]
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Portland Meetings: Oct. 30-Nov. 6
Wed. 10/30 6 p.m. District 4 Meeting Presumpscot Elementary Mon. 11/4 5 p.m. City Council City Hall Wed. 11/6 5 p.m. Historic Preservation Zoom, City Hall Wed. 11/6 5:30 p.m. Rent Board Zoom
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Creations from confinement on display at the Francis Hotel
The art exhibit at the Francis Hotel shows creations from people currently incarcerated in Maine.
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Domestic violence survivors find a voice in Portland
The nonprofit Finding Our Voices provided a platform for those who have experienced domestic violence to share their stories. It was the first time the touring event has come to Portland.