A growing number of Maine businesses are offering free or discounted food to Mainers in need.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State
Chainsaw artist breathes new life into South Portland tree stump
Josh Landry, of North Anson, has been carving since he was 16. His work even caught the attention of Stephen King.
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Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
How Mainers are stepping up to help neighbors, food pantries ahead of SNAP funding lapse
Local organizations are trying to bridge the gap for the nearly 170,000 Maine residents who won’t get food stamps in November — and they’re already seeing a swell in much-needed donations and volunteers.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Things to Do
6 Maine events this week include Damnationland and Harvest on the Harbor
Portland Stage’s newest production, ‘Dirty Deeds Downeast,’ opens this week.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News, Schools & Education
How do Maine schools decide to go into lockdown?
Experts say with careful planning and drills, schools can minimize trauma to students when responding to safety threats.
Posted inBoys Soccer, Sports, Varsity Maine
Unanimous No. 1 in Varsity Maine boys soccer poll
Scarborough’s perfect season convinces every voter.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Mainers who rely on Head Start may feel strain of prolonged shutdown
The federal program for low-income children and families provides early education, health and nutrition services. Roughly 170 children in Maine are at risk that their program losing funding on Nov. 1
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Long Creek career day gives residents virtual, immersive look at future jobs
The event, held at Maine’s only youth prison, highlighted more than a dozen possible careers.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Varsity Maine football honor roll for Week 7
The best individual performances from last week’s games.
Posted inLetters
South Portland chemical stench must be addressed | Letter
I live at the Fore River end of Sawyer Street in Ferry Village, South Portland. In the morning, almost every morning, there is a petroleum smell in the air. It is distinct, unmistakable, foul and smells harmful. I would not go for a jog and breathe deeply. I do not know if it is related […]