Talk about rattling some jewelry in the front row. Write a little something about the Beatles and their influence on local street names and the email inbox veritably twists and shouts. No fewer than six kind readers weighed in on our local Beatles-loving street signs. A couple writers suggested I visit one more. So, I […]
South Portland Sentry
News from and about South Portland from Mainely Media.
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South Portland Schools: News and Notes
Notes for the February break. Red Riots in action We have had Red Riots in action at tournaments all over the state over the past week, with more to come. If you are looking for a chance to cheer on your Red Riots and see some great high school basketball, plan on coming to the […]
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All State Jazz Festival coming to South Portland High School
South Portland High School is hosting the All-State Jazz Festival on March 13 and 14, one of the music program’s biggest fundraising events.
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Cape Elizabeth police officers receive Lifesaving Award
The two officers received the award during the annual Maine Association of Police ceremony on Jan. 25.
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EcoMaine interns reveal recycling contamination data
SCARBOROUGH — Waste management company EcoMaine worked with southern Maine communities over the summer to combat contamination rates in recycling bins, bringing education and awareness directly to homes. The nonprofit organization worked with four towns — Scarborough, South Portland, Falmouth and Windham — on a pilot program last summer, using interns to collect contamination data […]
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JMG chosen as TD Beach to Beacon 10K beneficiary
CAPE ELIZABETH – Race organizers announced Feb. 13 that JMG is the charitable race beneficiary of the 2020 TD Beach to Beacon 10K. JMG is a nonprofit that partners with public education and private businesses to offer results-driven solutions to ensure all Maine students graduate, attain post-secondary credentials, and pursue meaningful careers. “JMG has a […]
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Letters to the Editor
To the editor, When a candidate for public office has raked in millions of dollars, we’re told that the candidate is winning. When a candidate hasn’t raised as much money as his or her competitor, we’re told that the candidate is failing to connect with voters. When a candidate chooses not to accept money, we’re […]
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Why don’t we do it in the road
The 51st anniversary of the Beatles’ rooftop concert in London – their final public appearance – flashed across the computer screen a couple weeks ago (Jan. 30, to be exact) and my thoughts immediately jumped from Savile Row to a local tribute to John, Paul, George and Ringo. One of my favorite running routes carries […]
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Oldies Dance ticket sales benefit Ronald McDonald House
YORK COUNTY — Rock n’ Roll fans are cheering the return of a popular Oldies Dance in Biddeford next month which will assist a deserving local charity. On March 21, York County’s Oldies Dance Group will present the 18th Rock n’ Roll Oldies Dance at the Eagle’s Hall in Biddeford with 300 tickets up for […]
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Community News
KindKids Concert coming to South Portland South Portland Public Library will host the KindKids Music Concert, I am Peaceful, Saturday, Feb. 22. The concert is scheduled for 11 a.m. at the Main Library, located at 482 Broadway. The library invites the community for the all-ages family music concert that is all about sharing kindness through […]