As far as brewery districts go, the Portland neighborhood has retained a certain authenticity so far but will continue to face development pressure.
June 2022
Posted inDo This
Things to Do: Scenic view, book talk, theater and a sunset hangout
Catch a conversation with authors Julia Glass & Lily King in Portland on Thursday.
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Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Satirical column made serious point
Regarding the June 3 Maine Voices “Build Houses from banned books? A modest proposal” by Emma Joyce: I congratulate Ms. Joyce on a throughly enjoyable tongue-in-cheek column. She put in print the thoughts I had, but was not nearly witty enough to write. Those who agree with the banning of certain books will most likely […]
Posted inLocal & State
Volunteers want to bring new life to one of the city’s oldest cemeteries
The Stewards of the Western Cemetery is hoping that young people will take an interest in preserving the history.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Administration to blame for Barron Center staff shortage
It isn’t COVID that’s causing the problem but a crisis of leadership, a nurse says.
Posted inTimes Record Opinion
Commentary: People overestimate groups they find threatening
When ‘sizing up’ others, bias sneaks in
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Do This
Indie Film: Film festival’s choice for achievement award is a ringer: Debra Winger
The actor, who has made bold moves throughout her career, will be honored July 15 by organizers of the 25th Maine International Film Festival in Waterville.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Consider donating your tax relief check
What an opportunity to do something nice. After reading your recent article “Here’s how to see if your check $850 relief check is en route,” I thought about a way I (we) can make a difference. There are some of us who are fortunate enough to look at this $850 check as being “extra” cash, […]
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Roux neighbors have a right to challenge
I was disappointed that the Press Herald editorial board called neighborhood residents NIMBYs for participating in the process of rezoning the B&M site for the IDEALS development. IDEALS, the developer and owner (who has informed residents they do not represent or speak for the Roux Institute) of the B&M site is applying for an IOZ […]
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
Racial disparity in Portland schools’ discipline mirrors national patterns
The Portland school district reported last week that Black students are disproportionately punished compared to other groups. The same is true around the country.