Our city is abuzz since the rollout of 100 Resilient Yards on March 1. To keep that momentum rolling, we’ll answer some of your questions about the project’s impact and the outcomes we hope to see this summer. Participant applications are open through April 1 and available online at https://tinyurl.com/100-Resilient-Yards and in hard copy at […]
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Community News – Checking for Charity event is scheduled for March 19
The South Portland Professional Firefighters IAFF L1476 announced that its annual fundraising ice hockey event, Checking for Charity is scheduled for Sunday, March 19, at Troubh Ice Arena in Portland. The event is scheduled for 11 a.m. to 3 p.m and will feature special guest Boston Bruins’ national anthem singer, Todd Angilly. The first of […]
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From Augusta – Celebrating Women’s History Month; honoring the legacy of Samantha Smith
March is Women’s History Month. It’s a time to celebrate, honor and study the historic contributions that women have made to our state and nation. This year, I was pleased to sponsor legislation honoring Samantha Smith, a young Mainer and peace activist who became known as “America’s Youngest Ambassador.” The bill would rename Exit 45 […]
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Community News – Fort Williams fireworks display rescheduled for March 11
The annual Light Up The Sky Fireworks Show has been rescheduled for 6 p.m. Saturday, March 11 at Fort Williams in Cape Elizabeth. Parking begins at 4:45 p.m. The event is held as a kickoff to SpringFest 2023 hosted by South Portland-Cape Elizabeth Rotary. It is the second annual fireworks display presented by the club. […]
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Our Sustainable City – The rise of the e-bike
“Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride.” – John F. Kennedy I have the most intimate memories of soaring down a neighborhood hill on my blue, childhood bike. I was a fearless kid who took frequent, unplanned trips to the emergency room, and although I had a deep love for that bike, […]
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A Window on the Past – Charles and Thomas Phinney and their ice businesses
As we were researching the Lamport family recently, my friend Jackie Dunham came across some great news articles related to Charles and Thomas Phinney and their ice cutting operations on the west side of South Portland. Our historical society does not have any photographs of the Phinney ice houses, unfortunately, but I hope that this […]
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Our Sustainable City – Complete Streets
Transportation is integral to our livelihoods in Maine. We use transportation not only to move from place to place, but also as a means of work, and a way to transfer goods and services across great distances. Suffice to say, a well-functioning, reliable, and safe transportation system is crucially important to our community. As sustainability […]
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A Window on the Past – The Lamport family and City Ice & Coal Company
When we wrote about Joseph Lamport last week, we mentioned his grandfather, George Lamport. The Lamport family were Orthodox Jews – George and Ida Lamport and their children belonged to the Bas HaKnesses Anshe Sfard synagogue at 216 Cumberland Ave. in Portland. According to Jay Lamport, “My father’s grandfather George was president of that congregation […]
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Community News – Light Up The Sky Fireworks Show scheduled for March 4
The annual Light Up The Sky Fireworks Show is scheduled for 5:45 p.m. Saturday, March 4 at Fort Williams in Cape Elizabeth. The event is held as a kickoff to SpringFest 2023 hosted by South Portland-Cape Elizabeth Rotary. It is the second annual fireworks display presented by the club. A donation by Port Harbor Marine […]
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Our Sustainable City – Announcing the launch of 100 Resilient Yards
We’re revitalizing South Portland, one yard at a time. The Sustainability Department is excited to announce the launch of our 100 Resilient Yards program, a collaboration that will help our city protect the health of our community and its unique ecosystems, and promote a transition to more sustainable land care practices community-wide. The 100 Resilient […]
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