PORTLAND — The Deering Center Neighborhood Association has unveiled a new logo designed to highlight the area’s unique attributes. The Deering High School clock tower depicted in the design represents the historic buildings, architecture and schools that line Stevens Avenue, the association said in a message to members. The village shop represents the neighborhood’s […]
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METRO cuts passenger capacity due to rising COVID numbers
PORTLAND — Greater Portland METRO has reduced its passenger capacity per bus to 20 from 30 because of the increase in COVID-19 cases in the area, including among two METRO employees. Limiting the number of passengers to 20 allows for greater social distancing aboard the buses, which are cleaned and disinfected daily, METRO said. Masks […]
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USM helping Greenland expand its tourism industry
The chairperson of the University of Southern Maine Tourist and Hospitality program has been selected to help Greenland prepare and shape its expanding tourism industry. Tracy Michaud, an assistant professor, joins others representatives from the University of Alaska Fairbanks, Penn State University, the University of Greenland and the U.S. Department of State in the Arctic […]
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Community Action can help residents navigate health insurance options
BATH — Midcoast Maine Community Action has open slots for its Healthcare Marketplace Navigator Program for residents of Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Knox and northern Cumberland counties. The program will help residents compare insurance plans, gauge costs, and potentially qualify for health insurance savings. Open Enrollment ends Dec. 15 for Marketplace Health Insurance for 2021. To apply, […]
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Portland City Council chooses 2021 committee assignments
PORTLAND — With new councilors sworn into office, the City Council Monday appointed members to the council’s five standing committees. The Finance Committee will be lead by Nick Mavodones and include Mark Dion, April Founier and Mayor Kate Snyder, who will be a non-voting member. The Health & Human Services and Public Safety Committee will […]
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Falmouth Town Hall open by appointment only
FALMOUTH — Town Hall services will be limited to appointments only until at least Friday, Dec. 11 due to COVID-related staff shortages, according to an announcement on the town’s website. According to Town Manager Nathan Poore, two employees recently tested positive and another is waiting for their test result. Employees who were in close contact […]
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Portland Buy Local launches city-wide gift exchange
PORTLAND — The first city-wide gift exchange has been launched by Portland Buy Local just in time for the holidays. Portland Gift Swap, a joint venture with Knack Factory, Mission 3/65, Shop Indie Local and Black Owned Maine, is open to all residents 18 and older in greater Portland. “In a year with so many […]
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Rwanda Bean coming to Thompson’s Point
PORTLAND — Rwanda Bean, a roaster, wholesaler and retailer of coffee, will soon be occupying the former Cellardoor Winery space in the Brick North Building at Thompson’s Point. The business was founded in 2013 and uses coffee beans grown by farmers in Rwanda. Half the proceeds from the coffee is given back to the farmers. […]
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City set to implement citizen referendums
PORTLAND — The city has scheduled the implementation of five citizen referendums approved by voters Nov. 3. The minimum minimum wage increase will go into effect in January 2022 and the facial recognition technology ban, introduction of Green New Deal practices, new rent control measures and changes to the marijuana ordinance will be effective beginning […]
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Modified winter sports schedule in store for USM athletes
GORHAM — The winter athletic schedule for the University of Southern Maine Huskies will be shortened and the team will compete only against Maine and northern New England opponents because of precautions being taken to slow the spread of the coronavirus. The winter sports teams will compete in three home games and three away games […]
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