What inspires a brain surgeon, who lives in a house in the woods and reportedly doesn’t even own a boat, to plunk down $190,000 at auction for a lighthouse in Portland Harbor?

Dr. Jeffrey Florman has the answer, but nine months after he placed the winning bid, he’s keeping a low public profile.

Cigarette litter propels students to propose a ban on smoking near South Portland public properties.

The spectacular views, historic lighthouse and cliff trails remain free to visitors.

But if you have some cash to spend while you’re at Fort Williams Park, you now can upgrade your trip with a lobster roll, kielbasa or even a can of Maine Root soda.

For the first time since the town bought the historic park in 1964, food and beverage vendors are offering their goods on a daily basis inside the gates.