In this week’s article, we’d like to introduce you to Jenna d’Arcy, our new Greater Portland Council of Governments Resilience Corps fellow. Jenna joined us in early January to lead our department’s outreach and communications. In fact, you have probably seen her name before in the byline of this very column. Follow along to hear […]
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A Window on the Past – The life of a Merchant Marine – Ralph Tobiassen
One of South Portland’s claims to fame is being home to two giant shipyards during WWII where we built 244 Liberty ships and 30 Ocean ships from 1941 to 1945. Once those Liberty ships were ready to head across the Atlantic, they needed a crew. While there was a small Navy crew on board each […]
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A Window on the Past – South Portland World War II shipyards lecture scheduled for March 23
On Saturday, March 23, the South Portland Historical Society will hold a lecture about South Portland’s World War II shipyards at the Community Center at 1 p.m. From 1941 to 1945, South Portland produced 244 Liberty ships and 30 Ocean ships at two shipyards on its eastern waterfront. The shipyards covered a massive area that […]
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Our Sustainable City – Organic, what does it really mean?
Imagine yourself in your favorite local grocery store or farmers market. As you scan the produce section, do you consider buying organic over non-organic? For many of us, we’re not entirely sure what organic means, but we generally hear that it’s the “better” option. This week, I chatted with Madi Whaley, education programs coordinator at […]
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From Augusta – Creating a safer Maine
Oct. 25, 2023, will be a day Mainers look back on for years to come. Our beloved state joined the list of Deadliest Mass Shootings in the U.S., and according to The Violence Project ranks 10th in severity. Many of us remember where we were when we learned of the mass shooting, how we felt […]
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A Window on the Past – Captain Clyde G. Young, master mariner of South Portland
Since our fishing shacks washed away in January, I’ve had several opportunities to talk with Richard Holt, a fisherman who once used one of the shacks at Fisherman’s Point. Richard is descended from a long line of fishermen and sea captains. We take a look this week at the interesting life of his grandfather, Capt. […]
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Our Sustainable City – Wild Seed Project: Returning native plants to the Maine landscape
This past year, South Portland launched its 100 Resilient Yards program in an effort to promote organic land care and biodiverse landscapes. There was astounding interest from residents to participate in the program, with over 430 applications. After choosing 100 sites, we provided technical expertise and resources to help residents begin to transform their properties […]
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Our Sustainable City – Springing into action: Landcare and gardening season await
According to Punxsutawney Phil, spring is right around the corner. If, like many, you are starting to think about your yard and lawn, here are some helpful reminders about our city’s land-care ordinance. If you’re excited to start gardening, I’ll also share how you can get involved with our local community gardens. In 2020, South […]
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Age Friendly South Portland – Where snow falls, Golden Shovel follows
Winter is in full swing and snow will fall. Age Friendly South Portland has once again promoted the Golden Shovel program for the businesses on Ocean Street from Mill Creek Park to Thomas Knight Park. This is the fourth annual Golden Shovel Award. The Golden Shovel has previously been awarded to Verbena (2020), SOPO Seafood […]
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A Window on the Past – Maine Memorial Company and the DiMatteo family
We take a look this week at one of the oldest continuously-running companies in the state – Maine Memorial Company at 220 Main St. in South Portland. After over 100 years of operation, the monument company is still going strong, now under the ownership and management of Paul DiMatteo, grandson of founder Michael DiMatteo. While […]