AUGUSTA — GEAR UP Maine RISE has announced the collaboration with Friends of Katahdin Woods and Waters, amplifying its commitment to enriching educational experiences for students across Maine. Syntiro is an organization that is home of the GEAR UP Maine RISE initiative, an Augusta-based organization dedicated to empowering students through enhanced educational opportunities. It has […]
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Portland jetport plan to cut trees, add surface parking draws opposition
The controversy comes as newly elected Mayor Mark Dion has identified fighting climate change and expanding Portland’s tree canopy as priorities for his administration.
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Those who perished 125 years ago in sinking of ‘Maine’s Titanic’ remembered at service
On the Saturday after Thanksgiving in 1898, at least 68 crew members and 130 passengers boarded the SS Portland in Boston and headed for Portland. They never reached their destination.
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Buxton man arrested following report of shots fired on Commercial Street
Mohamud Abdullahi, 30, was charged with reckless conduct, refusing to submit and assault.
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International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day events set for Nov. 18
A virtual option will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Sunday, Nov. 19.
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YWCA Central Maine to sponsor ‘The Janes’ event series starting Oct. 30
Venues include USM in Portland, Bates in Lewiston and Colby in Waterville.
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Portland police ask for help solving case of missing girl last seen in 1971
On the 52nd anniversary of when 16-year-old Cathy Marie Moulton was reported missing, authorities are seeking the public’s help. Moulton was last seen on Forest Avenue.
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Latino Food Festival in Portland set for Sept. 23
PORTLAND — The annual Latino Food Festival is set to run from 11 a.m. until the food runs out on Saturday, Sept. 23, inside and outside Guild Hall, part of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on 307 Congress St. All are welcome to attend. The festival will include music, costumes, handmade crafts, and the […]
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HealthyMaine Expo to take place Sept. 16, 17 in Portland
PORTLAND — The HealthyMaine Expo, a two-day event dedicated to promoting health, wellness, and a better quality of life for all, is set for Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 16 and 17. The inaugural event will take place from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 16 and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 17 at […]
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African Festival set for Portland Sept. 16
PORTLAND — The annual African Festival, a celebration of the beauty of African culture and community, is scheduled for 5:30-9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16, at the Guild Hall of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 307 Congress St. The festival will be preceded by a Mass at the Cathedral at 4 p.m. The event will […]