November 23, 2020
2020
Posted inBicentennial
On this date in Maine history: Nov. 23
Nov. 23, 2018: The Portland Press Herald reports that although nearly 50,200 people used the direct high-speed ferry service between Portland and Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, during the year – the busiest season ever – the ferry probably will not be returning. Bay Ferries, the vessel’s operator, plans to move its service to Bar Harbor. The […]
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Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine launches statewide internet speed test initiative
In addition to finding out their own upload and download speeds, participants will help the Maine Broadband Coalition identify slow spots where upgrades are needed.
Posted inThings to Do
Things to Do: Turkey trotting, photo shopping and ice skating
You can also stream a special ‘Nutcracker’ film from Maine State Ballet.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Things to Do
Artist uses photos to create sublime Maine scenes
Green Lion Gallery, formerly in Bath and now online, shows the photomontages of Lilian Day Thorpe.
Posted inFood & Dining, Things to Do
Run & Eat: Sample several dumplings from BaoBao for a takeout treat
The Portland restaurant has online ordering and an easy curbside pickup system.
Posted inThings to Do
Make time, and space, for these holiday events
Maine holiday events have been adapted for safety this year, including several driving events featuring festive light displays.
Posted inMaine, Nation & World, New England, News, Politics
How Maine’s members of Congress voted last week
Among other legislation, the Senate passed the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel
Kringleville to be held virtually weekends Nov. 28 through Dec. 20
Santa will make Zoom call visits between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Posted inCommunity
UMaine named a top sustainability performer by AASHE
ORONO — The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education ranked the University of Maine among the top performing higher education institutions for sustainability. The organization uses its Sustainable Campus Index to recognize colleges and universities that excel in 17 impact areas, including air and climate, curriculum, food and dining, energy, research, waste […]