YARMOUTH — Gleaning is an age-old practice that’s been gaining ground in recent years as food assistance programs seek to provide healthier, more nutritious options for their clients. The Cumberland County Food Security Council recently received a $25,000 grant to help expand its gleaning program, which provides access to fresh fruits and vegetables to about […]
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Portland elementary school uses native language playspace to build English skills
PORTLAND — Reiche Elementary School has found a unique way to help students with critical language acquisition needed for academic success. The school has created specialized a play space where students can speak their native languages, while also building their English language skills. Suzanne Chevalier, an English language learner teacher, said Reiche has a lot of […]
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‘The Twitter of its day’: Portland Observatory story told by new exhibits
PORTLAND — Climbing to the top of the 86-foot tall Portland Observatory on Munjoy Hill provides fantastic views of the harbor and beyond. But there’s also a remarkable history behind the more than 200-year-old structure. That’s the story Greater Portland Landmarks is trying to tell with new exhibits designed to engage visitors in “a more dynamic […]
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Portland Police Beat: May 15
5/4 at 5:30 p.m. Jennifer Roussel, 36, of Freeport, was arrested on Newton Street by Officer Jason Leadbetter on charges of assault and obstructing the report of a crime or injury. 5/4 at 8:02 p.m. Erica Lyons, 37, of Portland, was arrested on Oxford Street by Officer Cody Forbes on a charge of criminal trespass. […]
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Gun safety group to hold Portland forum
PORTLAND — The Maine Gun Safety Coalition will hold a public forum at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 16, at the First Parish Unitarian Church, 425 Congress St. The guest speaker will be Igor Volsky, co-founder of Guns Down America, who in a new book argues that guns – not criminals –are the problem. During the town hall-style forum, Volsky […]
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Portland police looking for missing Munjoy Hill woman
PORTLAND — Police are seeking the public’s help in locating Cathy Pride, 63, who has been reported missing by her family. Pride lives on Munjoy Hill and was last seen in mid-April, police said. She’s 5 feet 4 inches tall, around 200 pounds, with blue eyes and gray hair. Pride also wears glasses and could […]
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Portland opens seasonal parking lot on Commercial Street
PORTLAND — The city has opened a temporary parking lot at 2 Commercial St., in the area formerly used to queue vehicles for The Cat ferry at Ocean Gateway. Parking is available at a rate of $15 for 24 hours. The goal is to provide spots to accommodate waterfront, downtown and island activity during the […]
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Grants available to assist Peaks Island community
PORTLAND — Maine Community Foundation is seeking applications from nonprofits that assist the Peaks Island community. Requested grants must serve the island community; impact residents directly within the next year; have the potential for continuing impact, and include clear financial documentation. Priorities include reducing economic barriers to living on the island; providing or increasing access […]
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Dogging it for 36 years: Portland food fixture Mark Gatti
PORTLAND — Hot dog buns aren’t a typical 36th anniversary gift. But they would be appropriate for Mark Gatti, proprietor of Mark’s Hot Dogs. Gatti reopened his lunch cart late last month at the corner of Middle and Exchange streets, a spot at Tommy’s Park first recommended to him by a friend when he started his […]
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Portland Police Beat: May 8
Arrests 4/29 7:40 p.m. Charles Brent Davis, 49, no address listed, was arrested on High Street by Officer Cody Forbes on a charge of criminal trespass. 4/30 at 12:36 a.m. Bertin Ivyizavyose, 23, of South Portland, was arrested on Cumberland Avenue by Officer Anthony Stewart on an outstanding warrant. 4/30 at 9:48 a.m. Trea Deam-Monat […]