Louis Brown left a long-lasting impact on the South Portland community.
Alexis Wells
Born and raised in Saco, Maine, Alexis is a recent graduate of the University of Southern Maine with a bachelor's degree in English. Before joining Mainely Media, she interned with Portland Monthly Magazine. Alexis' favorite topics to write about while with the magazine were holiday events, things to do while traveling in Maine, and the chowder articles. She enjoys traveling, reading and taking pictures of her many adventures. If you have a story idea you want to share, email Alexis or give her a call.
Residents asked to take housing survey
Cape Elizabeth hopes to gather information and create ‘strategies to increase housing diversity.’
Connecting with the community
South Portland Public Library offers several programs during the winter months.
Scarborough Police Department receives grant for LEAD program
Funding is for a program designed to help those with substance abuse disorder.
Throw away your reusable masks, help save wildlife
SCARBOROUGH—Due to the COVID-19 surge there has been an increased use of and demand for disposable masks. In turn, the Town of Scarborough has seen an increased number of masks littering the ground. Town officials are asking people to please throw away their masks in the trash bin when finished using them, according to […]
Downs developers asking for a housing cap exemption
The Downs developers told Town Council many more homes than are currently allowed are necessary for the success of a town center.
Heating system leak damages South Portland City Hall
SOUTH PORTLAND — South Portland City Hall closed last week due to a frozen coil that caused water to flow into several departments. Several of the offices may be out of service for more than a month. The water leak was attributed to a frozen coil inside an air handler unit. Once the coil […]
Crossing guard starts the day with positive vibes
South Portland is searching for volunteers to help at intersections.
More English language learners at South Portland schools
Memorial Middle School in South Portland has updated the classrooms for students beginning to learn English.
Scarborough police asking people to watch surroundings
Scarborough Police Department warn incident at Walmart wasn’t a crime but to be aware of surroundings.