Aimsel Ponti

Staff Writer

Aimsel Ponti is a music writer and content producer for the Portland Press Herald. She has been obsessed with – and inspired by – music since she listened to Monkees records borrowed from the town library when she was 6 years old. She bought her first Rolling Stones record at a flea market when she was in 7th grade and discovered David Bowie a year later. She's a huge fan of the local music scene and covers it along with national musical happenings in her column. You'll also find her out and about absorbing live music and shopping for vinyl at local record shops and flea markets. Aimsel regularly appears on the News Center Maine TV show “207” to preview upcoming concerts.

Do This, Food

Get margs and Mexican beer for less during El Rayo’s happy hour

by Aimsel Ponti July 29, 2024July 25, 2024

The deals are available weekdays from 4-6 p.m. at both Portland and Scarborough locations.

Do This

Maine Lobster Festival, Wild Blueberry Weekend and Lyle Divinsky

by Aimsel Ponti July 29, 2024July 30, 2024

Regina Spektor plays in Portland on Friday, and the Cat Video Fest is in Rockland this weekend.

Do This

Throwback Photo: King Brothers Circus elephants come to Portland in 1951

by Aimsel Ponti July 29, 2024July 24, 2024

The show at Bayside Park featured 150 performers and 22 tents.

Do This, Local & State

Boat cruises, outdoor films, Open Farm Day and more happening this weekend

by Aimsel Ponti July 25, 2024July 25, 2024

Plus, catch singer-songwriter Kathleen Edwards in Waldoboro on Friday and bring your pooch to the Woofstock Food & Beer Festival in Kennebunk on Saturday.