The queer bar closed in January 2025, in search of a larger space.
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Portland recycling plant to begin $36M expansion
Ecomaine says the project will increase its processing capacity by more than 66%, positioning the nonprofit to partner with more municipalities.
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Posted inElections, Maine, Nation & World, New England, News, Politics
Susan Collins pans Trump’s endorsement of ‘ethically challenged’ Republican in Texas primary
The Maine senator’s comments risk reigniting the rhetorical wrath of President Donald Trump as she faces a tough reelection battle this fall.
Posted inCommunity, News, Schools and Education
Portland council moves $179M school budget forward
The spending plan, which requires a 5.68% increase in the school portion of the property tax rate, will go to voters on June 9.
Posted inCommunity, Cops & Courts
Teens charged in break-ins at Turner cannabis store
The teens, 13 and 15 years old, were charged following a high-speed car chase that started in Waldo County and ended in Waterville early Monday.
Posted inCommunity, News
Portland pauses plan to use school district central office for shelter
Councilors on the finance committee said the estimated $14 million price tag is too high at a time when the family shelter is far below capacity.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
As investigation ramps up, memorial announced for firefighter killed in Searsmont explosion
Investigators provided few new details Tuesday about the incident that took the life of Andrew Cross, a volunteer at the Morrill Volunteer Fire Department, and injured a dozen more.
Posted inCommunity, News
Multiple fires along rail tracks in Greene draw help from 8 departments
It’s unclear how much area has been burned, said Greene fire Chief John Soucy.
Posted inCommunity, News
Bonny Eagle school district hires new superintendent
MSAD 6 announced Brian Campbell’s appointment to the job on Monday evening.
Posted inBusiness, Community, Feature Obituary, News
Bob Cote, longtime Pizza by Alex manager, remembered for his kindness
Cote, the Biddeford restaurant’s manager for 52 years, died last week at age 82.