Library directors throughout the state say temporarily losing the book sharing will be a challenge going into their busiest time of year.
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South Portland council hires consultant to help make Mahoney decision
The independent review will look at two possible options for the former middle school property: a municipal campus and affordable housing.
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A Window on the Past: Asa Littlejohn, a well-known sea captain in Ferry Village
Researching and documenting some of the interesting people of our community’s past is a satisfying endeavor in itself, but we are also sometimes hoping that putting stories out there will help us to find additional information. It is a wonderful day when we hear from a descendant or someone else who has found the story […]
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Sentry Meetings: June 7-14
Cape Elizabeth Mon. 6/10 7 p.m. Town Council Town Hall Tue. 6/11 6:30 p.m. School Board Town Hall Tue. 6/11 7 p.m. Conservation Committee Town Hall Wed. 6/12 5:30 p.m. Community Services Community Center Wed. 6/12 6 p.m. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion T.M. Library South Portland Mon. 6/10 8:30 a.m. Board of Health Zoom, Planning/Dev. Mon. […]
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In South Portland, English language learners flock to expanded course offerings
South Portland Adult Education’s ESL programming has ballooned, serving 475 students, up from 25 two years ago.
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A modern diner/burger joint is serving ‘fantastic’ food in a fun, retro atmosphere
A&C Soda Shop in South Portland does a whole lot more than soda. And it does it very well – 4-star well.
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A Window on the Past: Joshua Brackett – Knightville shoemaker, postmaster and Civil War veteran
We were recently visited by South Portland residents Bob and Ann Morrill, who brought in a few treasures to donate to the collections of the South Portland Historical Society. One item was a certificate from the state of Maine, signed by then-Gov. Joshua Chamberlain, testifying that Joshua Brackett had served honorably as a volunteer during […]
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Our Sustainable City: Events to plan for the future of our waterfront
Casco Bay is a defining feature of our community, economy and culture. As we continue to see the impacts of climate change, we are also seeing renewed community interest in how to plan for our changing coastline. With the current update of South Portland’s Comprehensive Plan in process, there is growing recognition that climate risks […]
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House primaries in South Portland, Cape Elizabeth
Some South Portland voters and most in Cape Elizabeth will have a primary race for House candidates on their ballots in the June 11 election. In South Portland, Michael Pock and Patricia von Schaumburg are vying to be the Republican candidate for the House District 122 seat. The winner will face Democrat Matthew Beck in […]
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People and Business: May 29
Hires, promotions, appointments Girl Scouts of Maine appointed new members to its board of directors and senior leadership team: Deirdre Clifford will be the vice president of development. She was previously director of donor engagement and marketing for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine. Tiffany Dembowski of Portland was added as an at-large member. […]