Portland, Deering Thanksgiving Day Game tradition continues

PORTLAND — Alumni of Portland and Deering high schools and other community members will have the opportunity Thursday, Nov. 27, to participate in a tradition that’s more than a century old: attending the 108th Annual Thanksgiving Day Game. The football game between the two schools will start at 10:30 a.m. at Fitzpatrick Stadium. Regular admission […]

Scarborough proposal would ban stores selling pot

The draft ordinance must go before the town council.

Grant buys firefighters 50 pairs of new boots

PORTLAND — Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation has awarded a $20,950 grant to the Portland Fire Department for the purchase of 50 pairs of Globe Firefighting Boots. “This grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation is greatly appreciated, it will allow us to provide top quality firefighting footwear to our members” Fire Chief Keith Gautreau […]

Police body cams issue-free in South Portland schools

As officials in Portland negotiate the use of body cameras in city schools, South Portland reports smooth sailing with a similar program there.

Council postpones vote on shelter recommendations

The council will hold a workshop on how to operate the new Riverside Street homeless shelter in the coming weeks before taking the matter back up Dec. 16.

Shalom House moves forward with plan for new residence

The Portland Planning Board has approved the conversion of a large, historic house at 30 Mellen St. into housing for those with mental illnesses.

Community support needed to bridge student achievement gap, chairman says

In the annual State of the Schools address, Roberto Rodriguez says Portland residents need to rally to support the needs of minority and low-income students.

Firefighters team up for turkeys

Firefighters team up for turkeys

Community’s input on school reconstruction up for review

An advisory committee will meet Thursday, Nov. 21, to go over the feedback and how to incorporate the ideas as it begins cost estimate and design discussions for three Portland elementary schools.