The Portland company experiences a surge in customer calls after Thanksgiving as workers seek out end-of-year benefits.
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Bill Nemitz: Clinic a ray of hope for those with failing sight
A not-so-retired ophthalmologist and the Iris Network’s Low Vision Clinic are there for people who need more than eyeglasses.
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Portland’s effort to ease traffic is helping Forest Avenue turn a corner
Some drivers who frequent a stretch notorious for jammed intersections say changes like advanced sensors are working.
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Gateway programs help immigrant youths set goals in Maine
After receiving outreach, counseling and companionship, most of the clients move on after reaching their goals, according to the organization’s CEO.
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Two Portland neighborhoods queue up for benefits from Small Business Saturday
Woodfords Corner and Washington Avenue businesses in the East End have been clobbered by ongoing construction projects, so buy-local advocates are trying to send some shoppers their way.
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Portland library reopens after heating issue causes shut down
The main library was closed from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday
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Memorable experiences are increasingly given as gifts, making receivers happy
This holiday season, treat the people on your nice list to some hands-on adventures – like ax-throwing or dance class – for a chance to create memories that last a lifetime.
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On the heels of its best year, international Cat ferry poised to leave Portland
Ridership on the high-speed ferry to Nova Scotia has grown since 2016, but its owner is considering moving the service to Bar Harbor.
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Thanksgiving serves up record-low temperature in Portland, but hardy runners aren’t fazed
As many as 1,500 sign up for the annual 4-Miler downtown despite a low of 6 degrees.
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Shelters expect heavy holiday demand driven by high winds, frigid temperatures
Highs in Portland are forecast to top out in the teens Thursday, with wind chills well below zero.