Pop-up Shop supports Camp Sunshine Jewelry artist Chaya Caron, owner of Chaya Studio Jewelry, will host the seventh annual holiday pop-up shop to spotlight local artists, support the buy-local movement, and raise funds for Camp Sunshine. As always, holiday shoppers will find a wide range of affordable handcrafted items from $2 including pottery, jewelry, scarves, […]
South Portland Sentry
News from and about South Portland from Mainely Media.
Window on the Past
Historical society ornament fundraiser South Portland Historical Society is pleased to announce the sixth in its series of holiday ornaments. Society board member Chuck Igo conceived of and has spearheaded this effort to create a brass ornament series which would create lasting keepsakes of South Portland landmarks. The first ornament in the series depicted Bug […]
In the Know
South Portland schools news and notes from the superintendent
In the Know: South Portland schools family news and notes
SoPo Unite – All Ages, All In is a community coalition involving school, city, police, community organizations, businesses, parents and most importantly, students aimed to reduce substance use and abuse among our youth. This federally funded Drug Free Communities coalition puts out regular tips to help folks to support our teens. Visit the South Portland […]
Thanks to 2019 museum volunteers
The South Portland Historical Society’s museum is a tremendous asset for South Portland, preserving and exhibiting our history — which has a surprising depth. Whether someone is interested in social, political, religious, commercial/ industrial, or some other vein of history, we have historic material and exhibits covering a wide range. Of course, being able to […]
A Window on the Past: SoPo Historical Society fund drive
Now that November is here and the holidays are approaching, the South Portland Historical Society begins its Annual Fund Drive. As you may be aware, the historical society is a nonprofit and depends on the support of the community in order to do the work that it does. The society brings historical education to people […]
Board OKs initial plans for marijuana retail store
The space would be in the building of the former Dress Barn at the Mall Side Plaza.
Short-term rentals scrutinized
The majority of residents who spoke at the meeting were against short-term renters.
Seven new apartments are planned
Some Cole Street residents are concerned about added traffic and storm water management.
Council gives first approval for tobacco business buffer zone
After months of reworking rules, councilors approved an ordinance that would create a 1,000-foot buffer between vape shops and schools, and a 300-foot buffer from sensitive-use locations.
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