Meet a Peaks Island artist and his ‘Wicked’ work Copy
Douglas Smith illustrated the original ‘Wicked’ novel in 1995 and has done new art for a special edition timed to the release of the movie ‘Wicked: For Good.’
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Douglas Smith illustrated the original ‘Wicked’ novel in 1995 and has done new art for a special edition timed to the release of the movie ‘Wicked: For Good.’
Douglas Smith illustrated the original ‘Wicked’ novel in 1995 and has done new art for a special edition timed to the release of the movie ‘Wicked: For Good.’
Also, see the Soweto Gospel Choir in Portland.
The year-old publication, styled after newspapers, has been amassing a following through copies placed in businesses throughout the city.
New restrictions have led to a scramble at Greater Portland Metro, which halted a training program coordinated by Portland Adult Education and said more than 10% of its drivers are at risk of losing their commercial licenses.
Two Gold Balls will be awarded in the eight-man ranks, while 11-man teams battle for berths in state title game.
The city is seeking a broker to help sell about 3.25 acres of land it repurchased after a failed housing development.
Gov. Janet Mills was on hand for the ceremony Wednesday, Nov. 12.
Lily King’s newest novel revisits key characters from an earlier work.
PORTLAND – Dianne “DeeDee” Waugh passed peacefully on Nov. 6, 2025, at Maine Medical Center in Portland. Born on April 2, …
Cheverus finally convinces all of the voters of its bona fides.
Thornton Academy will play in its third No. 1-versus-No. 2 matchup, and second against Bonny Eagle.
Federal lawmakers are attempting to close the so-called ‘hemp loophole’ that allows some THC-infused products to be sold at convenience stores and restaurants.
A light sprinkling arrived in Greater Portland on Veterans Day, though it didn’t stick, while a stronger snow shower near Lewiston briefly prompted a reduced speed limit on the Maine Turnpike.
The Falmouth Open Studio Tour will run on Nov. 15 and feature 8 local artists in their home studios.
Let Maine’s best bakers and confectioners take some stress out of the season for you.
The sport has been popular in Maine for decades.
PORTLAND – Steve Cormier passed away on Nov. 2, 2025, in Portland, following a brief illness, with loved ones by his …
The City Council voted unanimously Monday night to pursue legal action against developers of so-called forever chemicals amid concern that federally mandated fire-suppressing foam may have contaminated soil and groundwater around the airport.
UMaine women’s soccer will play Central Florida, while the Bates field hockey team earns bye into Division III second round.
The Black Bears’ split with UMass highlights their problems playing a man down.
Reductions by the Trump administration continue after Maine was allowed to resettle about half of the 950 refugees allocated last year.
Take a look at some the high school action we covered this past week.
Westbrook free Thanksgiving meal – Saturday, Nov. 15, 4:30 to 6 p.m., FBC Westbrook, 733 Main St., Westbrook. Traditional meal with desserts. Children’s menu available. Free weekly community meal – Wednesday, Nov. 19, 5 to 6 p.m., Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., Westbrook. A hot meal plus salad, fruit, dessert and beverage is provided…
Catch ‘Twilight’ in Concert at Merrill Auditorium.
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