The Ice Cream Shoppe is already serving scoops off Route 1 after opening the doors of its fifth storefront in Yarmouth.
News
Local, state and national news from the Portland Press Herald
Posted inLocal & State, News
Part of Congress Street to close for railroad crossing work
The city of Portland said in a news release that the closure near St. John Street will take 1 to 6 days to complete.
advertisement
Posted inLocal & State
Biddeford is being called ‘Maine’s hottest city’ and here’s why
Walkability, booming local business, and housing prices all contribute to the city’s reputation as the place to be.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Sen. King calls for investigation into canceled contracts impacting veterans
King and Sen. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut are asking the VA Office of Inspector General to look into the Trump administration’s cancellation of hundreds of contracts.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State
Lewiston-Auburn’s Liberty Festival blast to include 3 days of musical performances
Fireworks Friday night, July 4, will be just part of the fun in the Twin Cities over the long holiday weekend.
Posted inLocal & State
Biddeford helps those experiencing homelessness during extreme heat
Throughout the city, cooling centers and meal programs stayed open later to provide relief.
Posted inLocal & State
Windham’s annual Summerfest has a little something for everyone
The festival included a parade, live music, children’s vendor market, 3-on-3 basketball tournament, and more.
Posted inLocal & State
LaRoche retiring from Westbrook Housing post
Mayor David Morse lauds LaRoche as an “incredible resource” who worked “tirelessly.”
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Maine Sen. Rick Bennett announces run for governor as an independent
The longtime Republican lawmaker is unenrolling from the party as he launches his campaign to succeed Gov. Janet Mills.
Posted inNews, Sports
Maine coaches, players bristle at inequities in college lacrosse championships
Women’s Division II and III teams are left out of ‘Championship Weekend’ at Gillette Stadium, raising questions about whether the NCAA is treating all athletes equally.