If you look at the old F.W. Beers atlas from 1871, you can see how the name “Buzzell’s Hill” covers the area of upper Scamman Street, where it intersects with Highland Avenue. While we’ve known that Buzzell’s Hill was named for Dr. John D. Buzzell, who had a large home on Highland Avenue, knowing exactly […]
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Monster of a musical comedy opens at Lyric Music Theater
Lyric Music Theater is presenting an adaptation of Mel Brooks’ ‘Young Frankenstein,’ blending iconic humor with theatrical flair and fostering inclusivity in Southern Maine’s vibrant cultural scene.
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Vet to Vet Maine provides comradeship, support between veterans
Vet to Vet Maine connects veterans in Maine, forges friendships and offers vital support.
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Brant & Cochran LLC earns Inaugural Maker of the Year title at South Portland Business Awards
It’s a newly instituted recognition for businesses in the city that either handcraft items or contribute to the local artisan markets.
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South Portland’s Thornton Heights Engine Company 6 celebrates a century of service
SOUTH PORTLAND — South Portland’s Thornton Heights Engine Company 6, known as the E-6 Company, is poised to celebrate a century of service in the community. “Dedicated members of the Thornton Heights E-6 Company have been volunteering their time and skills to keep South Portland safe for a century,” said Engine 6 Company Captain Philip […]
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South Portland wildlife lecture series explores coexisting with coyotes
The Wildlife & Ecology Lecture Series at SPPL Main Library in South Portland presents “Coexisting with Coyotes,” offering insights from local experts on understanding and peacefully living alongside these adaptable creatures.
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Maine Restaurant Week: a culinary celebration across the state
Maine Restaurant Week, now in its 16th year, promises a diverse culinary journey across the state, featuring over 70 restaurants and innovative dishes, while supporting the local economy and promoting tourism.
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Relay for life illuminates hope in southern Maine’s fight against cancer
Relay For Life of Southern Maine, led by Event Lead George Mageles, returns to Gorham on April 5, offering meaningful activities, emotional ceremonies, and contributions to the American Cancer Society’s programs and services.
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Coastal communities unite: tackling floods and environmental preservation on Sawyer Road/Street
Town councils of Cape Elizabeth and Scarborough convened in Scarborough’s Municipal Building to address ongoing flooding on Sawyer Road/Street, crucial in combating floods, supported by a $1.5 million grant.
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Maine libraries unite in Big Conversations to combat winter loneliness
The ‘Big Conversations in 10 Short Minutes’ initiative, is meant to foster meaningful connections and have a positive impact on combating the endemic of loneliness.