Front-line immunization teams from Northern Light Health and MaineHealth administer shots to 130 senior residents of the community to fend off COVID-19.
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Fire destroys building at Peaks Island trash station
The island’s only firefighter and police officer, plus several volunteers, were first to arrive to fight the blaze in a trash storage building.
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Posted inPortland Forecaster
Maine Bicentennial: Portland
In commemoration of Maine’s bicentennial this year, The Forecaster is featuring historical highlights and artifacts from our communities’ past 200 years. This feature can be found in print and online every other week.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Six incumbents bowing out on City Council, school board seats
Candidates line up for November election, including four to replace At-Large Councilor Jill Duson, who has served for two decades.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: ‘What’s in it for all of us?’ is the right metric to live by
Respecting our community – picking up beer cans, wearing masks, picking up after dogs – is a habit that’s easy to drop without practice.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Eco-friendlier ferry coming to Casco Bay service
The new vessel, expected by the end of 2022, will be one of the first of its kind to have a hybrid diesel electric propulsion system that dramatically cuts carbon dioxide emissions.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Public input sought for Peaks Island ferry study
PORTLAND — The city and Casco Bay Lines are teaming up to look at ways to improve the Peaks Island ferry landing and are seeking public input. The project, according to the city, would improve safety, comfort and efficiency. An online survey is underway now through July 23, and a public meeting will be held […]
Posted inMaine, News
Peaks Island post office fire ruled accidental
Investigators say the fire Monday was caused by improperly discarded smoking materials.
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Fire damages post office on Peaks Island
The fire severely damaged an attached residence, and smoke was visible from mainland Portland, 3 miles away, on Monday afternoon.
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Peaks to Portland swim switched to virtual event
Swimmers in the 39th annual event that benefits the YMCA of Southern Maine can log their 2.4 miles in a variety of ways and over multiple days this year.