As several iconic spots close, other restaurants on verge of expanding, locating in the city
Portland Forecaster
City-wide news from The Forecaster.
Affordable housing projects get financial boost from city
The City Council awards $1 million for projects on Boyd, Middle and State streets.
Partnership designed to inspire artists of color
Grant funding will help connect Maine College of Art students with professional artists from around the world.
City looks for guidance on how to manage Fort Gorges
The city is not looking to sell the fort, but is open to entering a partnership to help preserve it.
Falmouth prepares for pro golf tour
The PGA’s Korn Ferry Tour will include a stops at the Falmouth Country Club for the next five years.
Recreation department launches community center needs assessment
The department will collect responses to a survey through the end of the month.
India Street hotel breaks ground in Portland
The mixed-use project will also include an office building, pharmacy and distribution space, three residential buildings and a parking garage.
Portland superintendent’s goals include school construction, sustainable budget
Xavier Botana will also continue to push forward on implementing the district’s strategic plan.
WordLab apprentice program provides career opportunities
The goal is to both attract young professionals and keep homegrown talent in a state facing an aging workforce.
Portland mayor faces three challengers in November
Voters in November will also elect city councilors, School Board members and a member of the Peaks Island Council.