The South Portland Community Center recently replaced its old electric vehicle (EV) chargers with four new Level 2 EV chargers, now available for public use. These are the first in a strategy to build out a network of new community-wide EV chargers across the city that community members pay to use. The rate to charge […]
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News from and about South Portland from Mainely Media.
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South Portland advances zoning for apartment building and possible shelter
The South Portland City Council approved the first reading of zoning amendments for a proposed five-story apartment building, potentially incorporating a homeless shelter near the Howard Johnson hotel on Main Street.
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Project Graduation committee plans dodgeball tournament
The South Portland Community Dodgeball Tournament aims to raise funds for a post-graduation experience.
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A Window on the Past – Part 2: Black sailors in Maine and New England
Second in a series. We continue from last week with our look at Black sailors in Maine and New England. In the first half of the 19th century, the docks of Portland were worked by Black longshoremen. Many of these individuals arrived in Portland through trade with the West Indies alongside cargoes of molasses and […]
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Letters to the Editor
Election letters To the editor, I’m voting for Tris Howard in our upcoming election for state rep.. We have good candidates this round, but Tris stands apart. He represents a new generation with fresh ideas, energy, and has demonstrated the commitment to come forward. You have only to ask anybody who has been involved in […]
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Cape Elizabeth library to host art exhibit and talk by Frederick Ndabaramiye
The upcoming event at Thomas Memorial Library will showcase the journey of the Rwandan artist.
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Our Sustainable City – From snow to slush, how rising global temperatures affect ski seasons
Winter recreation is an integral part of Maine, as it invites people to enjoy the great outdoors. After a fresh snowfall, skiers and snowboarders are eager to pack their car with snow gear, bundle up and hit the slopes. Yet, as global temperatures rise, Maine’s winters are warming and there’s an overall decline in snowfall. […]
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From Augusta – Understanding the proposed Reproductive Rights Amendment to the Maine Constitution
A proposal to amend the Maine Constitution to protect reproductive autonomy has been presented to the Maine Legislature this session. LD 780, “Resolution, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Protect Personal Reproductive Autonomy,” sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Eloise Vitelli of Arrowsic, is Maine’s response to the US Supreme Court decision, Dobbs […]
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A Window on the Past – Black sailors in Maine and New England is subject of society lecture
There is a long and storied tradition of Black sailors in Maine and New England. People of African heritage also worked in related shore-side industries such as longshoremen, blacksmiths and sailmakers. For the South Portland Historical Society’s next lecture, on Wednesday, Feb. 21, at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Center, we’ll take a look at […]
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Community News – Light Up the Sky Fireworks returns to Fort Williams Park
The Rotary Club of South Portland Cape Elizabeth announced the return of Light Up the Sky Fireworks at Fort Williams Park on Saturday, March 2, starting at 6 p.m. Patrons are invited to get bundled up, pack hot chocolate, and gather with family, friends, and neighbors. Entry to Fort Williams and parking is first-come, first-served, […]