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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Meet a Peaks Island artist and his ‘Wicked’ work
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.’
7 Maine events this week include a Taylor Swift tribute and a craft fair for geeks
Also, see the Soweto Gospel Choir in Portland.
The Portland Dirt is a zine you might keep seeing around | Column
The year-old publication, styled after newspapers, has been amassing a following through copies placed in businesses throughout the city.
Federal CDL change leaves Maine’s immigrant drivers — and employers — in limbo
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.
Five Maine high school football storylines to follow in Week 11
Two Gold Balls will be awarded in the eight-man ranks, while 11-man teams battle for berths in state title game.
Portland moves toward new life for vacant Bayside lots
The city is seeking a broker to help sell about 3.25 acres of land it repurchased after a failed housing development.
Westbrook breaks ground on workforce housing project
Gov. Janet Mills was on hand for the ceremony Wednesday, Nov. 12.
‘Heart the Lover’ delivers a compelling, sensitive story about first love and its after effects
Lily King’s newest novel revisits key characters from an earlier work.
Obituary: Dianne “DeeDee” Waugh
PORTLAND – Dianne “DeeDee” Waugh passed peacefully on Nov. 6, 2025, at Maine Medical Center in Portland. Born on April 2, …
Final Varsity Maine field hockey poll of 2025 has first unanimous No. 1
Cheverus finally convinces all of the voters of its bona fides.
Another showdown of top 2 teams in Varsity Maine football poll on tap
Thornton Academy will play in its third No. 1-versus-No. 2 matchup, and second against Bonny Eagle.
Bill to end shutdown would sweep popular THC drinks from Maine shelves
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.
Southern Maine’s first snowfall of the season arrives — barely
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.
Peer into the creative process with a tour of Falmouth artists’ studios
The Falmouth Open Studio Tour will run on Nov. 15 and feature 8 local artists in their home studios.
Where to buy Maine-made sweet treats for the holidays
Let Maine’s best bakers and confectioners take some stress out of the season for you.
Historical photos show Maine’s love for soccer
The sport has been popular in Maine for decades.
Obituary: Steve Cormier
PORTLAND – Steve Cormier passed away on Nov. 2, 2025, in Portland, following a brief illness, with loved ones by his …
Portland joins lawsuit over PFAS-laden firefighting foam at jetport
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.
NCAA tournaments await many Maine collegiate teams
UMaine women’s soccer will play Central Florida, while the Bates field hockey team earns bye into Division III second round.
Maine men’s hockey remains in top 10 despite struggles on penalty kill
The Black Bears’ split with UMass highlights their problems playing a man down.
Maine will resettle only 50 refugees this year, all white South Africans
Reductions by the Trump administration continue after Maine was allowed to resettle about half of the 950 refugees allocated last year.
The Week in Sports celebrates state champions
Take a look at some the high school action we covered this past week.
We Love to Eat: Community meals offered in Gorham, Portland and Westbrook
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…
6 Maine events this week include holiday cheer – and vampires
Catch ‘Twilight’ in Concert at Merrill Auditorium.
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