Taj in South Portland sets up refrigerator for free meals
The Indian restaurant has been a hospitality industry restaurant leader in the fight against food insecurity.
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Asian House Kitchen & Bar opening in South Portland
The same owners operate Asian House in Old Orchard Beach.
Familiar No. 1 in final Varsity Maine boys soccer poll of 2025
Scarborough ends season as the unanimous No. 1 team.
South Portland’s crosstown connector effectively killed
The proposed new roadway would cost at least $26.45 million.
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.
6 Maine events this week include holiday cheer – and vampires
Catch ‘Twilight’ in Concert at Merrill Auditorium.
Obituary: Christopher “Chris” J. Collins
SOUTH PORTLAND – Christopher “Chris” J. Collins died at his home in South Portland on Oct. 21, 2025. Born in Bloxwich, …
Maine’s Amy Allen nominated for songwriting Grammy for work with Sabrina Carpenter and others
Allen, who grew up in Windham and South Portland, was nominated for her work on Carpenter’s ‘Man’s Best Friend’ album, as well as work with several other artists. A win in February would give her the award for a second straight year.
South Portland teachers have a contract
After months of negotiations and a pair of 5-hour meetings, an agreement has been reached.
Obituary: Thomas Harmon
SOUTH PORTLAND – Thomas “Tommy” Harmon, 64, of South Portland passed away on Nov. 2, 2025.Family and friends are invited …
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Historical photos show Maine’s Thanksgiving generosity
Mainers have been helping each other with food donations in tough times for decades.
Final Varsity Maine girls soccer poll features a firm No. 1, finally
Bangor emerges from recent three-way tie as sole No. 1 team in last rankings of 2025.
Historical photos show Maine’s love for soccer
The sport has been popular in Maine for decades.
Obituary: Robert George Mayberry
CAPE ELIZABETH – Robert George Mayberry, 70, passed in the company of family on Nov. 8, 2025, after a decade-long fight …
We Love Fairs: Craft and Christmas fairs in Buxton, Gorham, Westbrook and more
Redeemer Lutheran Church Christmas fair – Saturday, Nov. 15, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Redeemer Lutheran Church, 410 Main St., Gorham. Homemade crafts and food. St. Anne’s Christmas craft fair – Saturday, Nov. 15, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Anne’s Church, 299 Main St., Gorham. Grandma’s attic, baked goods, knits, crafts, children’s games, jewelry,…
Obituary: Melvin “Mel” Tukey
SCARBOROUGH – Melvin “Mel” Tukey, 91, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025.
A celebration of his life will be held …
Scarborough boys soccer scores late to beat Brunswick in Class A final
Denver Bachman’s 78th-minute goal gives the Red Storm their first state championship since 2013.
The Class A girls soccer state final has become a rivalry game
Bangor and Scarborough met for the third straight season Saturday.
Bangor girls soccer again denies Scarborough to take Class A title
Georgie Stephenson’s first-half goal lifts the top-seeded Rams, who win their second straight championship.
Cape Elizabeth girls soccer powers way to Class B title
The Capers take control early and keep Hermon on the defensive for the whole game.
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