History is in the walls, the floors, in the artifacts and the voices, recorded for all time.
February 2020
Lakes Region Sportsman: Tactics and tips for Big Sebago
The lake finally caught and made ice, although not as much or as fast as last year. Anglers are flocking to the lake as word of solid ice gets out. Anglers still need to exercise caution, so check the ice often as you venture out if you are going where no one has walked or […]
Maine Bicentennial: Buxton
In commemoration of Maine’s bicentennial this year, the American Journal is featuring historical highlights from our communities’ past 200 years. This feature can be found in print and online every other week.
A Window on the Past – Danforth Cove
This week, we take a look at two historic images of the Danforth Cove neighborhood. For those of you new to South Portland, Danforth Cove is the neighborhood along our eastern waterfront, from our border with Cape Elizabeth to Loveitt’s Field. If you went on Preble Street behind the Cookie Jar, you’d be […]
Local area offers plenty to do in cold weather
Winter is officially half over. It can be hard to find ways to stay active outdoors during the winter, especially living in a city. If the winter blues has you feeling stuck inside, take a look at some of these fun, outdoor activities that are right out your front door. Take on the second half […]
Being counted, and much more at Seeds of Hope
A meal, warm clothes and camaraderie.
Gorham Notes: Feb. 6
Free throw champs Winners in Gorham’s Knights of Columbus annual free throw contest on Jan. 25 were: Andrew Fortier, 9-year-old boys; Logan Spera, 10-year-old boys; Lily Burgas, 10-year-old girls; Addison Rush, 11-year-old girls; Matthew Crowley, 12-year-old boys; Cheyann Densmore, 12-year-old girls; Jack Adams, 13-year-old boys; and Evelyn Rush, 13-year-old girls. Winners advance to the state […]
Letter to the editor: Portland candidates should look to unite constituents
It’s discouraging to hear another would-be office holder make an appeal partly based on demographics.
Green elected to the board of directors for Friends of Casco Bay
NEW HIRES Harper Lee Collins returns to RE/MAX Shoreline as an associate broker in its Falmouth office. PROMOTIONS Melissa Cilley was named executive director of Apex Youth Connection. Cilley spent the past year as interim executive and strategic consultant. She brings 15 years of nonprofit leadership experience, including eight years as executive […]
Commentary: Don’t expect Maine ‘public power’ plan to deliver on its big promises
L.D. 1646 could keep CMP as the private operator of the publicly owned utility – at higher rates.
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