The department store that anchors The Maine Mall in South Portland will not be among the 150 locations the company plans to close over the next 3 years, officials said.
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SMCC students win Maine Restaurant Week breakfast cook-off
The event was held Thursday morning at Sea Dog Brewing in South Portland.
South Portland ax company ‘a nod to makers of the past’
Brant & Cochran, South Portland’s Maker of the Year, is ramping up production to meet a big demand for their axes.
Proposed Gorham Connector would impact 35 landowners in Scarborough
Town councilors and residents question whether Scarborough interchanges would create traffic problems there and cite concerns about wetlands protection.
Community News – Maine students encouraged to enter Upcycle Challenge
The waste management company ecomaine announced the launch of its Upcycle Challenge for 2024, targeted at students from grades first to sixth, and seventh to 12th with the opportunity to win a $250 award in their respective age groups. The Upcycle Challenge, according to a news release, invites students from ecomaine’s member communities to transform […]
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 […]
Battle of the Neighborhoods promotes community unity and support
The South Portland Food Cupboard organizes the annual event, encouraging residents to donate nonperishable food items or money to support those in need during the winter months, with this year’s competition featuring an East vs. West format.
South Portland unites to tackle coastal resiliency after devastating storms
The city mobilizes a diverse array of stakeholders, including city officials, residents, and regulatory authorities, in a concerted effort to address the extensive damage wrought by January storms and chart a resilient path forward for its coastline.
Southern Meetings: March 1-8
Cape Elizabeth Tue. 3/5 6:30 p.m. School Board Budget Workshop CEHS Tue. 3/5 7 p.m. Planning Board Workshop Town Hall Wed. 3/6 4 p.m. Ordinance Committee Town Hall Thu. 3/7 8:30 a.m. School Board Advisory Zoom Thu. 3/7 7 p.m. Recycling Committee Public Works Scarborough Wed. 3/6 7 p.m. Town Council Zoom, Town Hall Thu. […]
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 […]