PORTLAND — The Maine Island Trail Association, in partnership with Yarmouth-based software company Chimani, on July 1 released an app for virtual exploration of the Maine Island Trail, a recreational water trail that connects over 200 coastal islands and mainland sites for the benefit of small boaters. The app provides trail news and photos, maps the location […]
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Portland Public Library director to retire in 2015
PORTLAND — Stephen Podgajny, executive director of the Portland Public Library since 2006, will retire on July 1, 2015. “It has been such a privilege and honor to lead the library for the past eight years. It is an enormously important institution, not just to the city of Portland, but also to the region and the […]
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Authors: 2 Portland schools exemplify progressive education
PORTLAND — A new book on progressive public education in the U.S. holds up two city schools as shining examples of how learning can be improved. Casco Bay High School and King Middle School are among the schools featured in “Deeper Learning: How Eight Innovative Public Schools Are Transforming Education in the Twenty-First Century” (The New […]
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Public space in Portland, refortified
PORTLAND — Three years after plans were proposed for a sweeping, $1.4 million restoration of Fort Allen Park, and nine months since ground was broken, one of the city’s most beloved and historic open spaces will soon be open again. But for now, visitors won’t see several of its familiar attractions. The five-acre park, on […]
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Gerzofsky, Priest schedule office hours
BRUNSWICK — State Sen. Stan Gerzofsky, D-Brunswick, will hold office hours Saturday, July 5, from 10 a.m.-noon at the Little Dog Coffee Shop on Maine Street. Rep. Charlie Priest, D-Brunswick, will also be present. The meeting is open to anyone who would like to voice their opinions and share concerns on state or personal matters.
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Topsham state rep ends re-election bid; Democrats to caucus July 8
TOPSHAM — First-term state Rep. Andrew Mason, D-Topsham, has decided not to seek re-election to the House of Representatives. A local Democratic caucus to nominate a replacement candidate in the November election is scheduled for July 8. Denise Tepler, who has run twice for the seat, plans to submit her name for nomination, Mason said […]
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Free meals available for kids, teenagers
PORTLAND — The Preble Street Maine Hunger Initiative has begun its free Summer Food Service Program for kids in Portland, South Portland, Freeport, Brunswick, and other areas throughout Cumberland County. Children 18 and under are invited to enjoy a free, nutritious meal while school is out. For information about meal hours, and to find the food […]
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RSU 1 chairman sees flaws behind decision in cost-sharing lawsuit
BATH — After a Sagadahoc County Superior Court justice ruled that Regional School Unit 1 overcharged West Bath more than $1.9 million over four years, the School Board chairman is arguing that the cost-sharing formula applied in that case would be unfair to the member communities. Justice Andrew Horton stopped short of awarding repayment to […]
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Portland free clinic getting help from its Friends
PORTLAND — The Rev. Ellen Schoepf, associate pastor of St. Ansgar Lutheran Church, is adamant in her determination to help the Portland Community Free Clinic. “Quality health care is a right, not a privilege,” Schoepf said last month. “I see this as a major justice issue.” Schoepf is now working to ensure the long-term sustainability of the […]
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Sewer projects a chunk of Portland capital improvement plan
PORTLAND — City councilors on July 7 are expected to give a first reading to the 2015 Capital Improvement Plan, which includes $12.6 million in General Fund bonds. The outlay of equipment and vehicle purchases, and infrastructure improvements and renovations drafted by City Manager Mark Rees was endorsed June 26 by the council Finance Committee. […]