Christopher Akerlind, who lives on Munjoy Hill, designed the set and lights for Opera Maine’s ‘Figaro,’ opening Wednesday.
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Night work on Casco Bay Bridge to close lanes starting next week
Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction in August and September as workers seal the concrete to protect the steel underneath from salt and moisture.
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Major Portland subdivision moves forward after neighbors drop lawsuit to save farmland
The development on the 55-acre tract once known as Camelot Farm will include as many as 95 single-family homes and 25 townhouses.
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Portland man arrested after daytime stabbing in Bayside neighborhood
Police say the suspect, who resides in the area, choked and cut the victim during a fight.
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First Parish in Portland wrestles with a founding pastor’s tainted past
The Rev. Thomas Smith, who owned slaves and profited from Indian scalp bounties, is recognized on two plaques that church members are considering ways to address.
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Motorcycle ride to raise money for 2 fallen Portland officers’ families
The 10th annual Sgt. Rob Johnsey/Sgt. Rick Betters Memorial Motorcycle Ride starts at 11 a.m. Saturday in Portland.
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Viking ship replica will drop anchor in Portland
Tours, a photo and video exhibit and screenings of a new documentary will highlight the weekend.
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Median sale price for existing, single-family Maine homes jumps 11%
Sales volume also rises in June, by 3% compared to the same period last year.
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Portland startup uses rhythm to help stroke victims walk better
MedRhythms is using sensors, software and music to help people who have suffered brain injuries recover their walking functions.
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Ecomaine paper, plastic recycling is jeopardized by everything from old sneakers to lobster shells
After global disruptions in the marketplace last fall, so-called ‘wish-cycling’ has driven up municipal waste disposal fees.