Well folks, I had intended to have a whole other conversation with you right now, but you are going to have to wait a week for my intended thoughts because: wow. The aurora borealis! Did you see it? Was it amazing where you were? I saw it, and it was breathtaking where I was. I […]
South Portland Sentry
News from and about South Portland from Mainely Media.
Sentry Meetings: Oct. 11-18
Cape Elizabeth Tue. 10/15 7 p.m. Planning Board Zoom, Town Hall Wed. 10/16 7 p.m. Town Council Town Hall Thu. 10/17 6 p.m. F.W. Park Committee Town Hall Thu. 10/17 6:30 p.m. TML Strategic Plan T.M. Library Thu. 10/17 7 p.m. Energy Committee Town Hall South Portland Tue. 10/15 6:30 p.m. City Council Workshop City […]
Letter: Carney is patient, effective and reasoned as senator
I’m writing to express my support for Anne Carney’s reelection to the Maine Senate. I have had the privilege of working with Carney on a bill affecting the health of new mothers. During that process I was inspired by Carney’s deep listening, attention to detail and thoughtfulness in crafting legislation that considered all stakeholders. Carney’s […]
Letter: Suggesting reverse mortgage a regrettable comment
I’m writing to address a comment I made at the Aug. 13 South Portland City Council meeting. Contemplating the recent rise in property values, I suggested some seniors might consider a reverse mortgage. It was an inappropriate remark that arose from my long experience as an elder law attorney. While it’s a tool I know […]
Letter: Misha Pride is thoughtful and collaborate leader
I urge you to reelect Mayor Misha Pride, a leader who has proven his dedication to our community. Pride has worked zealously to promote equity, sustainability and economic growth, ensuring that South Portland remains a vibrant, inclusive city for all. His commitment to economic accountability, climate action and community engagement has led to significant positive […]
Arts Calendar: Oct. 11-18
Comedy Friday 10/11 Ryan O’Flanagan: 7 p.m., Empire Comedy Club, 575 Congress St., Portland. $24.25. 21-plus. empirecomedyme.com Trey Galyon: 9:30 p.m., Empire Comedy Club, 575 Congress St., Portland. $19.07. 21-plus. empirecomedyme.com Thursday 10/17 Luis J. Gomez: 7 p.m., Empire Comedy Club, 575 Congress St., Portland. $24.99. 21-plus. empirecomedyme.com Sheng Wang: 8 p.m., State Theatre, 609 […]
Letter: Anne Carney is smart, compassionate, capable
I wholeheartedly support Anne Carney in her reelection campaign for the Maine Senate. I have known Carney for eight years and can say without hesitation that she has an impeccable character. I have not met a finer human being. In whatever she does, she is compassionate, smart and very capable. Her record, first in the […]
Letter: Misha Pride’s legal expertise makes a good candidate
I’ve had the honor of working with Mayor Misha Pride on issues vitally important to South Portlanders and am pleased to support his run for a third term on the South Portland City Council. Mayor Pride testified to the Maine Legislature to advocate for stronger regulation of emissions from the oil terminal facilities and more […]
South Portland set to merge city bus service into Metro
The merger, approved by the City Council Tuesday, would take effect Dec. 29 and is expected to save the city $1 million over the next five years.
Greely girls rally to tie Cape again
Top two teams in Class B South battle to a 1-1 draw thanks to Lily Pierce’s late goal.