Recipients include MaineHealth, Rangeley Lakes Regional Historical Society, Town of Jackman.
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Proposed rail service would link Portland, Westbrook, but it would be pricey
The line would reduce traffic and provide a faster alternative to bus service, but its estimated cost could exceed $100 million, according to a feasibility study done for the Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority.
Promoter lowers volume during Westbrook show as noise complaints continue
Sunday’s concert didn’t exceed agreed-upon decibel levels, but the organizer voluntarily lowered the sound after about 130 complaints were logged, with many of them coming from Nason’s Corner in Portland.
Dozens of Portland streetlights stay off amid contract dispute
City Hall and Central Maine Power are at odds over who has to fix underground cables that power streetlights in some parts of the city.
Walking tours thrive in walkable Portland
They bring together locals and tourists alike to discover the city’s shopping, food and history.
Bishop Deeley named to National Catholic Risk Retention Group
Bishop also named to organization’s Board of Directors.
Gannett Journalism Scholarships awarded to 11 Maine students
The Maine Community Foundation has worked with donors and educators since 1983 to provide Maine students access to educational opportunities.
St. Hildegard Food Pantry recipe challenge under way
Recipes will help local parish food ministries.
Portland installs memorial to the 6 victims of 2014 Noyes Street fire
A granite stone bearing a bronze plaque has been installed in Longfellow Park, near where 6 young people died in the state’s deadliest fire in over 2 decades.
Flatbread Co. reopens; Ri Ra still closed 5 days after fire
The 2 Portland businesses share a building in the Old Port that was damaged in a hood vent fire Sunday.