History of gravestones The history of local gravestones will be the topic at a Buxton-Hollis Historical Society meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 14, at the society’s headquarters, 100 Main St. in Bar Mills. Cemetery historian and author Ron Romano will present “Early Gravestones in Buxton & Hollis–The Genius of Bartlett Adams.” Romano will show […]
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We Love to Eat
Community meal – Thursday, May 9, noon Westbrook-Warren Congregational Church, 810 Main St., Westbrook. Chicken and stuffing, $5. Free dinner – Thursday, May 9, 5:30-6:30 p.m., St. Peters Episcopal Church, 678 Washington St., Portland. Chowder luncheon – Friday, May 10, and every Friday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., North Deering Congregational Church, 1364 Washington Ave., Portland. Bowl of […]
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Saccarappa playground designed, awaits funding
WESTBROOK — As the renovation of the old sections of Saccarappa School nears completion, school officials are looking at ways to fund the construction of a playground unlike any other in the city. The school board’s Finance Committee last week met to get an update on the proposed $133,000 playground and how it may be funded. […]
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Politics & Other Mistakes: Dope economics
Uneasy about your job security? Nothing will make that worry be gone quicker than a toke of worry-b-gone. Because the most secure profession in Maine is marijuana dealer. Of course, selling pot for recreational purposes is still illegal in this state. But stoners who retail weed for a living aren’t concerned. The chances of getting […]
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The Universal Notebook: Nana Beem's rocker
A lifetime ago, my Nana Beem sat in her maroon platform rocker in the front window of her Ludlow Street home in Portland and watched her favorite soap operas. I hadn’t seen the old rocking chair since Nana died in 1987 until a few weeks ago when my brother Paul, who had had it in […]
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South Portland animal grazing ordinance moves forward
SOUTH PORTLAND — Residents may see goats being used for vegetation control in the city as soon as this summer if an amendment to an animal grazing ordinance is approved by the City Council May 21. An amendment that tweaks setback requirements in the West End Neighborhood District Zone also passed scrutiny at the meeting Tuesday, May […]
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Cape Elizabeth council to vote on Fort Williams parking fees
CAPE ELIZABETH — A comprehensive plan to implement pay-and-display parking at Fort Williams Park was presented by Town Manager Matthew Sturgis during a Town Council public hearing Monday. The council also presented the municipal budget for fiscal year 2020 in anticipation of a vote next Monday, May 13. Last November, Sturgis issued a request for proposals from […]
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Cape Elizabeth Planning Board decision ends hoped-for lumber business
CAPE ELIZABETH — A Planning Board decision on Tuesday effectively derailed a proposed new business at 287 Ocean House Road. During the May 7 meeting, AT&T also proposed adding wireless antennas to the water tower at 11 Avon Road. Michael Friedland, who has a contract to purchase the former Cumberland Farms property at 287 Ocean House […]
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South Portland man facing multiple drug charges
SOUTH PORTLAND — A city man is in Cumberland County Jail facing criminal charges following an investigation that resulted in the seizure of more than half kilo of cocaine. Lawz Lepenn, 37, no street address available, was arrested May 2 on charges of aggravated trafficking of scheduled drugs, possession of scheduled drugs, unlawful possession of […]
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SMCC to celebrate public safety programs
SOUTH PORTLAND — Southern Maine Community College is hosting an event May 16 to bring attention to its public safety programs and celebrate the thousands of first responders trained at the school. “A Light on the Point” will also recognize several anniversaries, including the Fire Science program’s 50th year and the Maine Fire Service Institute’s […]