Thousands of people pour into downtown Portland each June for the food, music and fun event, including the street walk of carnival-inspired characters provided by Shoestring Theater.
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Portland’s Susan Webster went from concerned parent to food waste activist
Now she’s leading a Muskie School workshop to help Maine institutions in the ultimate food fight.
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Dine Out Maine: Top of the East has promise, but its views outshine dining
The restaurant/bar atop the Westin Portland Harborview lacks a sense of cohesion.
Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State, News
Man indicted in throat slashing of taxi driver in Portland
Justin Kristiansen, 30, is charged with elevated aggravated assault and another offense in connection with the attack last month near PT’s Showclub.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Portland City Council races: Brenerman will not seek re-election
His District 5 seat is 1 of 3 council seats up for grabs in November.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Portland High School gives out diplomas to 7 sets of siblings
The future may look twice as bright for these families but, for a few of them, pursuing higher education will mean their first real time apart.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Portland to unveil affordable, energy-efficient apartments
Bayside Anchor’s 45 apartments are rented and the project will be celebrated at a grand opening Wednesday.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Portland City Council will hold public hearing on new golf cart rules
Safety concerns have prompted proposed amendments to the ordinance governing the use of the carts on Casco Bay islands.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Portland joins Climate Mayors in support of Paris accord
So far, 211 mayors representing 54 million Americans have joined the network, which pledges to uphold the goals of the worldwide agreement from which President Trump will withdraw.
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Portland councilor wants to ban wild animal performances in the city
Brian Batson said it’s cruel to use elephants, big cats and other animals for entertainment in circuses and other shows.