Whether you’re a hardcore vegan, an on-again-off-again vegetarian or an omnivore looking to eat more plant-based meals, Saturday’s Vegetarian and Vegan Food Festival will serve up something to chew on. “There are plenty of opportunities for people to get their feet wet if they’re thinking about a plant-based diet,” said Beth Gallie, the co-chair of […]
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Society Notebook: Guitar heroes
Five up-and-coming innovators of the area’s creative economy win the coveted strings at Wednesday’s Entreverge event.
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Take a CD party, add audience improv, and you get…
Don’t leave your instrument at home if you plan to attend the 86 Ensemble CD-release party tonight. Held at Space Gallery in Portland, the event features a jazz and spoken-word performance followed by an open call for everyone in the house to join the band for a free-for-all set of improvisation. The all-ages party showcases […]
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Natural Foodie: Season’s fleeting, but organic berries abound in Maine
Strawberry season – one of the sweetest times of year – is upon us, which means now is the moment to snatch up their fleeting goodness. In another month or so, nature’s candy store continues to throw open its doors as blueberries begin to ripen on Maine farms. Each year at this time, I’m reminded […]
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5 local businesses to receive awards Wednesday
PROPEL, the young professional arm of the Portland Regional Chamber, gives the awards for innovation and contribution to the local economy.
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Local flavor puts Portland in national travel spotlight
Two popular magazines tout the city’s vibrant arts and culinary scene.
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Candidates’ backers show party spirit
This story was corrected. Raymond Brunyanszki owns the Camden Harbour Inn. I may not know much about politics, but I know a good party when I see one, and I had the pleasure of seeing a number of them last evening. Tuesday was an epic night for soirees, with all of the Democratic and […]
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Natural Foodie: New cafe and bakery lets local food speak for itself
In a town that can’t get enough of Maine-grown eats, the new Local Sprouts Cafe & Bomb Diggity Bakery is sure to garner numerous fans. Thanks to the efforts of more than 200 volunteers, the restaurant opened on Friday in the former University of Southern Maine dorm on Congress Street, and has been serving locally […]
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Standish dancer steps toward nationwide spotlight
Zack Betty, a Bonny Eagle senior, makes it to the Las Vegas callbacks of ‘So You Think You Can Dance.’