LGBTQ+ Pride is more than a bumper sticker, a parade or a month on a calendar.
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Posted inLife & Culture, News
Ogunquit’s Pride tradition remains strong
Saturday’s celebrations in the historically LGBTQ+ destination showed that the town’s Pride spirit is as lively as ever.
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Posted inDo This, Leslie Bridgers, Life & Culture
Queer-friendly places to visit in Maine, other than Ogunquit | Column
These destinations are known for being welcoming to LGBTQ+ visitors.
Posted inNation & World, News
Maine leaders criticize Supreme Court ruling against ban on ‘conversion therapy’ in Colorado
The court sided with a Christian counselor challenging a ban on conversion therapy for LGBTQ+ minors in Colorado. The practice has been banned in Maine since 2019.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Business, Life & Culture, Maine, News
Maine has long been a destination for international artists. Under Trump, some are staying away.
Artists, festivals and presenters are feeling the effects of the president’s policies on immigration enforcement, travel bans and sexual orientation.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Maine House votes to restore Rep. Laurel Libby’s speaking privileges
She had been censured for posting a photo of a transgender high school athlete on social media.
Posted inMaine, News
This year, Portland Pride is jubilant — and defiant
Thousands marched, danced and celebrated in the annual parade and festival Saturday.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, News
Juneteenth, Pride celebrations collide in Portland’s Prismatic Ball
The sold-out event at Mechanics’ Hall Thursday night is billed as a celebration of Black Pride, Ballroom, and queer and trans artistry among Black, Indigenous and people of color.
Posted inFact Brief, Maine, News
Did Ogunquit require police officers to wear gay pride patches? | Fact brief
The southern Maine town has a long history as an LGBTQ-friendly destination.
Posted inDo This, Leslie Bridgers
See what’s happening inside Portland’s LGBTQ+ community hub | Column
Three years since its move to Casco Street, the Equality Community Center is buzzing with activity.