Kayla Blindert sees a gleaning trove in backyard fruit

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Published
September 24, 2017

Kayla Blindert sees a gleaning trove in backyard fruit

Her latest public service is canvassing Portland's fruit-foraging opportunities to help feed the hungry.
Published
September 22, 2017

Bull-riding competition in Portland draws fans, some protesters

Thousands attend while a few animal-rights demonstrators stand outside in protest.
Published
September 22, 2017

Feature obituary: Fernanda D’Andrea Darrow, 57, popular Spanish teacher at Cheverus

Mrs. Darrow died Wednesday after suffering a brain aneurysm last week.
Published
September 22, 2017

Portland advances tax relief plan for low-income seniors

A proposal by Mayor Ethan Strimling won the support of a City Council committee this week.
Published
September 21, 2017

Rosemont Market opening new store in Cape Elizabeth

The store will be 'medium-sized,' like ones in Yarmouth and Portland's West End.
Published
September 20, 2017

Portland panel recommends sale of 4 Bayside parcels for $4 million

The sales could lead to the creation of more than 100 housing units in the city.
Published
September 19, 2017

Greater Portland Landmarks raises alarm for 7 imperiled historical properties

The list includes the current home of U-Haul in Portland and buildings in South Portland and Cape Elizabeth.
Published
September 18, 2017

Portland bans the display of wild and exotic animals

The City Council votes unanimously to reject the use of big cats, elephants and a wide range of other animals in circus acts.
Published
September 18, 2017

Portland joins nationwide lawsuit against opioid manufacturers

The move the City Council ensures that the city would be entitled to a portion of any settlement stemming from the legal action against the makers of prescription painkillers.
Published
September 18, 2017

Portland’s next municipal organist eager to get his hands on the Kotzschmar

James Kennerley, 33, who dreamed about playing on the city's organ while growing up in England, was named to the position by the City Council on Monday.