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Portland-built app is going global, hoping to spark lasting friendships

by Drew Johnson October 27, 2025October 28, 2025

More than 1,500 people have already signed up for Pulse, an app built through a Roux Institute program that matches users with nearby people who have shared interests and uses an AI penguin to foster in-person meetups.

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Affordable condo development unveiled in Brunswick

by Katie Langley October 27, 2025October 27, 2025

Gov. Janet Mills on Monday joined developer GreenMars to officially open Wilbur’s Woods, calling it a win for affordable housing policy.

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Opponents of Maine voter ID referendum spending big as election nears

by Rachel Ohm October 27, 2025October 28, 2025

Save Maine Absentee Voting, the leading group against Question 1, has spent nearly $1 million this month alone.

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How much do you know about foliage season in New England?

October 27, 2025October 27, 2025

Take our quiz about all things leaves.

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Westbrook’s riverside renaissance gets boost from $1M EPA cleanup at future site of apartments

by Kelley Bouchard October 27, 2025October 28, 2025

The planned housing complex along the Presumpscot River is 1 of 5 projects to receive federal brownfield cleanup grants or low-interest loans through the Greater Portland Council of Governments.

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Gorham Notes: Sign up for a free Thanksgiving dinner

by Robert Lowell October 27, 2025October 27, 2025

Make reservations for a Thanksgiving meal Roxanne Moody will lead a host of volunteers again, providing free meals on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27. Moody said they are not offering sit-down meals; only pickup and delivery. The meal will not be prepared at Mister Bagel this year due to a change of ovens. It will be […]