Pantry directors in southern Maine say the food they receive from supermarkets and local stores has helped them keep up with the need in their communities.
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Elder abuse, theft, a ‘hostile takeover’: What’s fueling the dispute between 2 Westbrook historical societies?
The Westbrook Bucket Brigade and Westbrook Historical Society are at odds over a slate of issues.
Fill your Easter dinner table with these 5 (mostly) easy recipes
Holiday meals can be a hassle to prepare. But with these simple recipes, your Easter dinner can be made in one afternoon, without sacrificing any flavor.
Hearts of Pine announce opponents for friendlies
Portland’s soccer team will host an MLS NextPro squad from Connecticut.
These Portland apartments are doubling as art galleries | Column
Artists are opening their homes to show the work of their peers in more intimate settings.
3 ways to help Maine animal shelters if you can’t volunteer
Local shelters like the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland and the Animal Welfare Society are always looking for people willing to foster animals, donate items or take dogs on ‘dates.’
What to know about Cape Elizabeth’s proposed $60.8M budget
If passed as-is, it would raise taxes by 5.45%.
Experts to discuss how federal funding cuts affect Maine farmers
Bowdoinham residents organized a forum focused on how changes in federal funding affect Midcoast farmers and families.
Portland police find human remains near homeless shelter
Authorities say the death doesn’t appear to be suspicious.
Brandi Carlile to play Portland Aug. 13
The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter’s ‘The Human Tour’ includes a show at Cross Insurance Arena.