YARMOUTH — The Yarmouth History Center is hosting a showing of the documentary, “The Human Element,” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17. The documentary follows environmental photographer James Balog on his quest to highlight Americans on the frontlines of climate change, “inspiring us (all) to re-evaluate our relationship with the natural world,” the Historical Society’s […]
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Walk to End Alzheimer’s raises more than $178,000 in Portland
PORTLAND — Nearly 1,000 Mainers came together at Payson Park Sept. 28 to raise money for the Greater Portland Walk to End Alzheimer’s in the fight to end Alzheimer’s disease. The event raised more than $178,300, 72% of their goal of $245,500 to fund Alzheimer’s care, support and research programs. Fundraising for the Walk to […]
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Absentee ballots available in Portland
PORTLAND — Absentee ballots for the Nov. 5 election are now available. Ballots can be requested through the city clerk’s office in room 203 at City Hall. Beginning Tuesday, Oct. 15, individuals wishing to vote absentee in person can do so in the State of Maine Room on the second floor of City Hall Monday […]
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Music academy takes nominations for teacher award
PORTLAND — The Maine Academy of Modern Music is now accepting nominations for its annual Maine Music Educator Award. Nominations are due by Sept. 30. Go online to maineacademyofmodernmusic.org to nominate a music teacher or for more information on this award program. “The winner will best exemplify MAMM’s mission and values of providing Maine youth with […]
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School district approves Portland teachers contract
PORTLAND — The School Board approved a new, three-year contract with the teachers union on Sept. 24. The vote confirms a tentative agreement reached this past summer. Highlights of the contract include a 1% increase in salary the first year and a 2.5% increase in the second and third years, among other provisions. “Both parties […]
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USM formally elected to University of Arctic network
PORTLAND — The University of Southern Maine has been accepted into the University of the Arctic following a presentation by University of Southern Maine President Glenn Cummings Sept. 18 at Stockholm University in Sweden. The University of the Arctic is a network of universities, colleges, research institutes and other organizations concerned with education and research […]
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Portland seeks this year’s Christmas tree
PORTLAND — Portland Downtown and the city are seeking the next “perfect tree” to grace Monument Square. The tree will be illuminated on Friday, Nov. 29, officially kicking off the holiday season downtown. Last year’s tree was donated by the South Portland Fire Department. An ideal tree would be located in the greater Portland area […]
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Terrain Biennial art exhibit comes to area
PORTLAND — Terrain Biennial, an exhibition of site-specific art made for front yards, balconies, windows and porches, comes to the city this fall. “The intent is to repurpose private spaces into public spaces in order to foster dialogue between neighbors, and provide opportunities for artists and viewers alike to experience new perspectives,” said Brendan Shea, […]
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Audubon holds family-friendly apple fest
FALMOUTH — Maine Audubon will hold its 32nd annual Apple Day Family Festival at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 5, at Gilsland Farm. The event is free to Audubon members and $7 per person for nonmembers. The day will be packed full of fall fun with games, workshops, cider-making and other activities. Also, visit the historic […]
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Community garden offers harvest dinner to Yarmouth residents
YARMOUTH — The Yarmouth Community Garden will hold a harvest dinner at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16 at the high school, located at 286 West Elm St. Tickets, which are available at the door, are $10 for adults and $5 for kids 12 and under. The event will feature garden produce, a silent auction and […]