The future of the distinctive red building on Center Street is uncertain, but if it does come down, we’re sure to hear about it.
Leslie Bridgers
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A look at Portland restaurants that opened and closed post-COVID
Five trends and takeaways from data on the city’s restaurant turnover.
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As Stowe house reopens, there’s more to learn about ‘Uncle Tom’s Cabin’
The novel isn’t taught as much in schools, but you again can visit the Brunswick house where Harriet Beecher Stowe wrote it.
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Portland is restaurant-obsessed. And should be.
Talking about where we’ve eaten lately and what places we want to try has become our collective pastime.
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In northern Maine, memory of Mardi Gras traditions is fading
It wasn’t exactly New Orleans, but Catholics in the St. John Valley liked to stir up mischief before the start of Lent.
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Why ‘The Wyeth’? How a Falmouth condo building got its name
What the Maine-affiliated family of famous artists conveys as a brand.
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Why Mainers are still eating outside in winter
The staying power of winter outdoor dining setups at some restaurants might be more about Instagram than illness.
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Where Mainers go to escape winter
Several Florida airports are among the top final destinations for people flying out of the Portland International Jetport in winter, with Orlando leading the way.
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Gen Z Mainers embrace Valentine’s Day — in their own way
The younger generation is carrying on traditions, like giving cards and candy, but also making a concerted effort to spend time with friends and family.
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Are Kennebunkport art gallery owners living the Maine dream?
A recent survey showed that owning a gallery in the seaside tourist town is Mainers’ dream business. We asked a few who do if it’s all it’s cracked up to be.