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Evening Links - Thursday October 17, 2024

Thursday, October 17, 2024

Arts

Addison de Lisle ’11 Receives 2025 Maine Artist Fellowship πŸ› Maine College of Art & Design

MECA&D Alum, Faculty Receive Ellis-Beauregard Foundation Grants πŸ› Maine College of Art & Design

Buy Local

Freeport Market gives Maine Makers a unique opportunity - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Climate Emergency

La Nina could soon arrive. Here’s what that means for winter weather πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Sidney couple provide farmland for solar array to fight climate change πŸ› Portland Press Herald

CMP, Versant hope new investments improve grid resiliency πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Community

'Tats 4 Tails' to benefit Maine animal shelters πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Elections

Westbrook teams up with local artist to create unique 'I Voted' stickers - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Environment

Boil water order issued for Gray Water District πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Boil water order issued for Gray Water District πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Food and Drink

At Camp Pennant, the food is infused with a sense of fun πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Maine Food & Dining News: Bar Harbor, Wells, Kennebunkport, Saco, Dixfield, Biddeford, Westbrook πŸ› Portland Food Map

Owner of Kennebunkport’s Lost Fire to open Patagonian grill at Rock Row πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Looking for Irish Bacon greater Portland area πŸ› Reddit

Health Care

The 1st look at Maine’s abortion data after a Democratic expansion πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Maine lawmakers seek information on staff injuries and other concerns at state psychiatric hospitals πŸ› Maine Public

Staff safety at Maine’s 2 psychiatric centers back in spotlight πŸ› Portland Press Herald

MaineHealth to participate in major chronic Lyme study πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Healthcare provider desert πŸ› Reddit

Housing

Portland looks to develop housing on city-owned land πŸ› Mainebiz

Voters in Old Orchard Beach to decide whether to cap rent increases at mobile home parks - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

Justice

Report finds most Maine adults considered for legal guardianship don't have legal representation πŸ› Maine Public

Defense lawyers ask to introduce new suspects in Deering Oaks murder case πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Man killed in Falmouth hit-and-run remembered as loving father, generous friend πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Lewiston Mass Shooting

β€œYou Can’t Explain It to Anybody” πŸ› Down East

β€˜This community deserves accountability: Victims of Lewiston mass shooting announce legal action - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Lewiston shooting victims, families question Maine Community Foundation's money allocation - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

Outdoors

Nearby nature spots where you can’t hear traffic? πŸ› Reddit

Photography

Mount Katahdin today from Lincoln πŸ› Reddit

Comet over Camden hills seen from Caterpillar hill over look. πŸ› Reddit

Comet! πŸ› Reddit

Haystack - Mapleton 10/13 πŸ› Reddit

Aroostook State Park - 10/13 πŸ› Reddit

Early morning fall colors πŸ› Reddit

Police

Man accused of shooting 17-year-old in Portland πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Arrest Made in Forest Avenue Juvenile Shooting Yesterday πŸ› Munjoy Hill News

Portland man accused of shooting teen on Forest Ave. charged with attempted murder πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Arrest made in Portland shooting that left teen seriously injured - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Police investigate death of man hit by freight train in Old Orchard Beach πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Politics

Portland referendum could strip city’s hazard pay ordinance πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Letter: Mayor Dion must shift focus to clean up city πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Letter: Morse will work to solve Portland’s housing crisis πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Voters will pass Question 1, but it won’t become law in Maine πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Letter: Let Maine voters decide Maine elections πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Yes on Question 2 to grow innovation in Maine πŸ› Piscataquis Observer

Yes on Question 4 to build and maintain Maine’s valuable trails πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Letter: Flag change not a good investment πŸ› Portland Press Herald

The illegal voting claims Maine Republicans want investigated πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Use ranked-choice voting to make a statement πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Letter: Use ranked-choice to vote your conscience πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Maine's early voting figures show neither party with clear advantage πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Solar energy policies are hurting Maine businesses πŸ› Bangor Daily News

131st Maine Legislature Scorecard Released πŸ› Wabanaki Alliance

Online portal aims to boost engagement, get young Mainers into elected office πŸ› Maine Morning Star

Maine CD1: Who are Chellie Pingree, Ron Russell, Ethan Alcorn? πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Jared Golden was brave to change his mind on assault weapons after Lewiston shooting πŸ› Bangor Daily News

1-on-1 with U.S. Senate candidate David Costello πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Demi Kouzounas challenges Angus King in U.S. Senate race - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Harris plan to expand rural health care could have impact in Maine πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Gwen Walz is making another campaign stop in Maine πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Opinion: Democrats risk losing key constituencies over support for Israel πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Public Safety

Pedestrian Killed on Old Orchard Beach Train Tracks πŸ› Bicycle Coalition of Maine

1 dead, 1 in critical condition after being hit by train in Old Orchard Beach πŸ› WGME

Police investigate fatal train incident in Old Orchard Beach πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Train strikes 2 people in Old Orchard Beach; 1 dead, 1 in critical condition - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Scarborough

Opinion: Let’s preserve what makes Scarborough special πŸ› Portland Press Herald

State

Maine Geological Survey Updates Maine Beach Mapping Viewer with 2024 Data πŸ› State of Maine

Wednesday Sit-Down: Maine's looming 'structural' budget gap πŸ› WGME

Things to Do

Brick SouthΒ @ Thompsons Point November 3rd πŸ› Facebook

Nov 2: Film Fest for Casco Bay πŸ› Friends of Casco Bay

NERFA Conference – Nov. 20 – 24, 2024 πŸ› Northeast Regional Folk Alliance

Maggie's Wake + Rob Flax's Boom Chick Trio πŸ› One Longfellow Square

Garnet Rogers with special guest Julian Taylor πŸ› One Longfellow Square

Melissa Ferrick with special guest Sweet Petunia πŸ› One Longfellow Square

The Wizard of Oz, A Radio Drama πŸ› Visit Portland

Xtreme Motorsports Ice Racing on Relentless Tour πŸ› Visit Portland

King Friday's Dungeon Puppet Slam πŸ› Mayo Street Arts

Twain and Esther Rose πŸ› SPACE

Damnationland, Trail of Terror and a Taylor Swift dance party make for a wicked fun weekend πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Family & Friends Weekend πŸ› Maine College of Art & Design

Cemetery tour in Portland brings history to life πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Rare comet visible in Maine's night sky this week πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Viewing tips for Hunter's Supermoon, Comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas - YouTube - WMTW-TV

November 10th Contra Dance πŸ› Reddit

Tribal Sovereignty

Letter: Build a more perfect union with Wabanaki people πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Unhoused

Bangor plans to close homeless encampment by end of year πŸ› Maine Public

Utilities

Maine aims to deliver internet to remaining 9,000 homes and businesses without access πŸ› Maine Morning Star

Electricity Maine will refund 20K customers over unfair billing practices πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Electricity Maine ordered to refund $6 million to customers πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Vacationland

Mainers won’t have to learn another area code until at least 2036 πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Lifespan of Maine’s 207 area code extended again πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Seguin Island Light Station | Assignment: Maine - YouTube - Maine Public

Morning Links - Wednesday October 16, 2024

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Arts

Toby McAllister οΌ† the Sierra Sounds are one tight band and with good reason πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

City

Portland school board OKs contract with 12% raise for most ed techs πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Climate Emergency

Monday, October 21: Expert Panel β€” Grid Planning for Maine’s Clean Energy Future πŸ› Natural Resources Council of Maine

Climate change delays Maine's fall foliage πŸ› Maine Public

Community

Kelly Nelson πŸ› Portland Food Map

Education

Extreme Risk Protection Orders would help keep Maine’s children and schools safe πŸ› Maine Morning Star

Environment

PFAS Fund Advisory Committee Seeks Public Input on Next Steps πŸ› State of Maine

Brunswick airport director who quit after PFAS spill remains on Loring board πŸ› The County

Letter: A warning on Portland’s water πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Proposed Royal River dam removal sparks controversy over possible effects πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Food and Drink

The Asador Grill at Rock Row πŸ› Portland Food Map

Recent Closings: Local 188 Shuts Down After Years of Service πŸ› Portland Old Port

Recent Closings: The North Point πŸ› Portland Old Port

Multiple Portland restaurants closed their doors, more could follow - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Housing

Luxury condo building planned for Portland's West End πŸ› Mainebiz

Lewiston Mass Shooting

Lewiston shooting victims plan to sue U.S. Defense Department, Army for negligence πŸ› Maine Morning Star

Survivors, loved ones of victims of Lewiston mass shooting announce intent to sue U.S. government πŸ› Maine Public

After Lewiston shooting, distribution of $6.6 million in funds stands up to scrutiny πŸ› Portland Press Herald

β€˜I don’t want this to happen to any other family:’ Why Lewiston shooting victims are preparing to sue πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Portland Public Schools installs memorial bench for Lewiston shooting victim πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Outdoors

Maine GearShare helps increase access to outdoors - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Photography

Double Rainbow from Bug Light Park! πŸ› Reddit

Finally caught something on my camera πŸ› Reddit

Step Falls πŸ› Reddit

Autumn in Bethel, Maine πŸ› Reddit

Today’s sunset πŸ› Reddit

Comet And Autumn Colors in Moonlight in Parsonsfield πŸ› Reddit

Old Orchard Beach morning πŸ› Reddit

Nothing better than the sounds of the ocean πŸ› Reddit

Portland Head Light Furnace πŸ› Reddit

Freeport πŸ› Reddit

Police

Portland apartment complex shooting leaves teen seriously ... πŸ› WMTW

Teenager critically injured in Portland shooting πŸ› WGME

17-year-old shot in Portland πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Teen hospitalized after being shot in Portland πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Teen shot in Portland early Tuesday in stable condition πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Arrest made in deadly Falmouth hit-and-run πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Former Portland teacher sentenced to prison for storing videos of child sex abuse πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Politics

Vote yes on Question 3 to invest in Maine’s past, and future πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Letter: Keep Maine’s current flag πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Here’s where Maine’s CD1 candidates stand on offshore wind and electric vehicles πŸ› Maine Morning Star

Maine’s CD2 candidates both want US-sourced energy, but disagree on how to get there πŸ› Maine Morning Star

Senate candidates embrace clean energy, but split on how US should fund transition πŸ› Maine Morning Star

David Costello challenges Angus King in U.S. Senate race - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Opinion: Is there any room to tax Mainers more? πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Letter: Don’t be silenced by sign thieves πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Ask the BDN’s political editor your election questions on Reddit next week πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Wife of VP candidate Tim Walz scheduled to make another campaign stop in Maine πŸ› WGME

Public Safety

Maine issues another recall for contaminated cannabis ... πŸ› Mainebiz

Sports

Sea Dogs announce 2025 schedule πŸ› Minor League Baseball

Portland Sea Dogs announce 2025 schedule πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Things to Do

Glitter versus Goth πŸ› Maine Roller Derby

The Live Music Guide: October 16th – 22nd, 2024 πŸ› Portland Old Port

The Weekend Guide: October 18th – 20th, 2024 πŸ› Portland Old Port

Menopause the Musical 2 - Portland πŸ› Merrill Auditorium

Palestine Cinema Days: Naila and the Uprising πŸ› SPACE

Maine Things To Do: Are you ready for Halloween? πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Dark and Dirty 3 coming to empire! Friday October 18th! πŸ› Reddit

The Next Poetry οΌ† Prose Open Mic is this coming Monday, Oct 21st at 7pm at Sacred Profane in Biddo! πŸ› Reddit

Haunted Stroll Yarmouth: A creepy wander with historical tales - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Unhoused

Preble Street leaders to host conference discussing homelessness in Maine on Wednesday - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

Vacationland

Maine Guide Mondays: Mailboats on the Midcoast - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Damariscotta Pumpkinfest and Regatta wraps up with giant pumpkin paddling - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Historian and treasure hunter team up to make big find in Maine - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Morning Links - Tuesday October 15, 2024

Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Arts

You Showed Me Love - πŸ› Amjambo Africa

Aurora

GALLERY: Northern lights dazzle across Maine sky πŸ› WGME

October Aurora lights πŸ› Wiscasset Newspaper

Maine northern lights πŸ› Reddit

Business

Cheech οΌ† Chong on starting cannabis company - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Cheech and Chong celebrate grand opening of new cannabis store in Portland, Maine - YouTube - CBS 13 News

City

Public Invited to Attend Meeting to Discuss Preliminary Design for Libbytown Safety and Accessibility Project πŸ› City of Portland

Climate Emergency

Annual food waste in Maine emits as much greenhouse gas as nearly 400,000 cars, study finds πŸ› Maine Morning Star

Community

Italian-American traditions thrive as Columbus fades around New England πŸ› Boston Globe

Henna Night brings women together - πŸ› Amjambo Africa

Grants to Cumberland County organizations will help ... πŸ› Mainebiz

Elections

Tuesday is the last day to register to vote online in Maine before election - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

Time is running out to register to vote online - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Domestic Abuse: A barrier to the polls πŸ› PenBay Pilot

Environment

We must move beyond magical thinking to normalize reuse systems πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Lewiston's $30 million project aims to enhance Androscoggin River water quality - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Food and Drink

The North Point and Salvage BBQ Have Closed πŸ› Portland Food Map

Local 188 is the latest Portland restaurant closure πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Local 188 and Salvage BBQ, sister restaurants on Congress Street, have closed πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Portland restaurants closed Medium Wide - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Guns

Sen. King’s gun reform bill stalls in Congress πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Health Care

Opinion: Maine is making headway in the battle against opioid use disorder πŸ› Portland Press Herald

History

The history of Maine’s moose hunt πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Housing

Brunswick residents have officially purchased their mobile home community πŸ› Maine Public

Lewiston Mass Shooting

Families of victims, survivors begin pursuit of civil lawsuits in response to Lewiston shootings πŸ› Maine Public

Maine mass shooting survivors and families taking legal action πŸ› New England Cable News

Lewiston victims, survivors threaten to sue Army over β€˜failure’ to prevent mass shooting πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Lewiston mass shooting victims start process of suing the Army πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Nonprofit organization questions distribution of funding after Lewiston mass shooting πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Outdoors

Partridge Pond and Ducktail Pond Loop (Amherst, ME) πŸ› Hiking in Maine

Don’t miss this Maine hidden gem on your leaf-peeping adventures πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Photography

Park St will forever be my favorite πŸ› Reddit

In photos: Giant gourds, gnomes and costumed paddlers at the Pumpkinfest Regatta πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Legends . Got to meet these guys yesterday, safe to say I was high on life πŸ› Reddit

Fall is in full force at my house πŸ› Reddit

Autumn colors in Bethel, Maine πŸ› Reddit

deer island this weekend πŸ› Reddit

Police

Police find bullet holes in Portland duplex after reports of shots fired πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Shots Fired on Eleanor Street Last Night πŸ› Munjoy Hill News

Police investigating shots fired in Portland πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Shots fired at Portland duplex, hitting gas line - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Neighbors shocked after gunshots hit duplex, gas line in Portland - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Politics

Portland Voices - The Council Candidates Speak Out (Part 4 of 4) πŸ› Reddit

Vote NO on Portland Question 1 πŸ› Cumberland County Greens

Vote YES on Portland Question 2 πŸ› Cumberland County Greens

Vote yes on Question 1, but know that you’re voting for a legal battle πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Vote YES on Question 1 πŸ› Cumberland County Greens

Voting yes on Question 2 unlocks a good investment in Maine πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Yes on Question 2 to grow innovation in Maine πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Vote YES on Question 2 πŸ› Cumberland County Greens

Opinion: Vote β€˜yes’ on Question 3 to preserve local heritage πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Vote YES on Question 3 πŸ› Cumberland County Greens

Vote YES on Question 4 πŸ› Cumberland County Greens

Vote YES on Question 5 πŸ› Cumberland County Greens

What are the three bond questions on Maine's ballot? πŸ› WGME

Our View: Vote β€˜yes’ on Maine’s 5 referendum questions πŸ› Portland Press Herald

A guide to the 5 referendums on the Maine ballot this year πŸ› Piscataquis Observer

The 207 interview | Maine's 1st District US Representative Chellie Pingree πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

3 things we learned in debates between Jared Golden and Austin Theriault πŸ› Piscataquis Observer

In U.S. Senate race, 3 challengers look to dethrone King πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Indigenous Peoples Day celebrated with an eye on the election πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Maine’s uniqueelections could decide a tight presidential race πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Stolen political signs πŸ› Boothbay Register

Letter: Divestment decision was short-sighted πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Letter: We must fight the religious right πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Bangor Daily News politics editor Michael Shepherd will host an #AMA on r/Maine on Tuesday, Oct. 22. Save the date! πŸ› Reddit

Public Safety

Coast Guard searching for origin of β€˜hoax’ distress calls πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Sears Island / Mack Point Wind Port

Maine DOT defends choice of Sears Island for wind port πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Things to Do

Xtreme Motorsports Ice Racing πŸ› Cross Insurance Arena (Cumberland County Civic Center)

In β€˜God Less America,’ newcomers clash with longtime residents of a small town πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Come play improv games with no audience at the Woodfords Club this Wednesday! 7-9. $5 donation. We meet every week! πŸ› Reddit

Camp Sunshine Pumpkin Festival is this Saturday in Freeport - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

Transportation

South Portland bus service to merge with Greater ... πŸ› Mainebiz

Tribal Sovereignty

Doctrine of Discovery language still harms tribal communities πŸ› Quoddy Tides

Tribal nations, Acadia National Park trying to protect Wabanaki archaeological sites - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

Vacationland

Maine peaks see first snowfall of the season πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Yard South

South Portland residents plan to speak out against 'Yard South' development project πŸ› WGME

Morning Links - Monday October 14, 2024

Monday, October 14, 2024

Arts

Bee! πŸ› Reddit

Bears, Sharks, and Zombies

Is Maine’s Wadsworth-Longfellow House haunted? πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Business

Cheech οΌ† Chong's Dispensoria opens first location in Maine πŸ› WMTW

Fans are β€˜up in smoke’ about new dispensary opened by stoner legends Cheech and Chong πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Maine businesses recognize Indigenous Peoples Day in different ways πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Education

University of Maine System sees success two years after launching Wabanaki history course πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Food and Drink

Do you prefer your chicken parm sandwich old-school or elevated? Here’s an option for each in Portland. πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Portland breweries get devilish with these 3 Halloween brews – all clocking in at 6.6% πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Meet 5 of Maine's foodie influencers πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Farewell to Local 188 πŸ› Portland Food Map

The North Point bar and restaurant announces it is closing πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Multiple Portland restaurants have recently decided to close πŸ› WMTW

Salvage is done, just saw this on facebook πŸ› Reddit

Canned Heats πŸ› The Bollard

History

Throwback photo: Bobbing for apples on Halloween in 1946 πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Justice

Who’s Afraid of Leo Hylton? πŸ› The Bollard

Labor

Southern Maine has one of highest rates of remote workers nationwide, report says - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

Outdoors

My Maine This Week: River Otters by David Silva πŸ› Natural Resources Council of Maine

Photography

Circles οΌ† Lines πŸ› Corey Templeton Photography

Sunday Photos: October 13, 2024 πŸ› Daily Bulldog

On approach to the Jetport todayπŸπŸ‚πŸπŸ§‘πŸ πŸ› Reddit

Drakes Island Wells Sunrise πŸ› Reddit

Seen at the Maine Classic Car Museum πŸ› Reddit

Comet Tsunchinshan-ATLAS, Kettle Cove, Maine πŸ› Reddit

Police

Biker Club Beef Led to Morrill’s Corner Shootout πŸ› The Bollard

Letter: Portland police doing residents a disservice πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Politics

Letter: Backing Boykin for Portland City Council πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Our View: Vote β€˜yes’ on Question 1 to send an important message πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Our View: Vote β€˜yes’ on Question 2 if you care about business πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Our View: Vote β€˜yes’ on Question 3 for the good of historic buildings around Maine πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Our View: Vote β€˜yes’ on Question 4 to support Maine trails πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Our View: Vote β€˜yes’ on Question 5 for β€˜new’ state flag πŸ› Portland Press Herald

131st Maine Legislature Scorecard πŸ› Wabanaki Alliance

Total Maine Oct. 13 The race for Maine's first congressional district - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Political Brew: CD2 debate impacts, uncontested Maine House races, and presidential election - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

Republicans are vastly outspending Democrats in these key Maine elections πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Opinion: It’s time for a Maine senator focused on policy, not PR πŸ› Portland Press Herald

South Portland

Letter: Bad timing for turf in South Portland πŸ› Portland Press Herald

State

Letter: It’s all about the children πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Types of Minor Civil Divisions in Maine πŸ› Reddit

Things to Do

Tom Petty on the big screen, North Star Baroque’s debut πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Catch a Kennedy Park circus performance Friday πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Maine’s spooky season is in full swing. Check out all the haunted happenings. πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Tickets on sale for Enter the Haggis on Jan. 2 οΌ† 3, Sarah Millican June 28 πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Get an adrenaline rush Nov. 23 at Nitro Circus πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Damnationland’s claws have sunk in deep πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Harvestfest at York Beach, Camp Sunshine Pumpkin Festival, Taylor Swift dance party πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Meet οΌ† Greet Your India Street Neighbors This Week at Shipyard Brewing πŸ› Munjoy Hill News

Dairy farms in Maine welcome the public for 16th annual Open Creamery Day πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Tribal Sovereignty

Where Maine’s congressional candidates stand on recognizing sovereignty of Wabanaki Nations πŸ› Maine Morning Star

Morning Links - Sunday October 13, 2024

Sunday, October 13, 2024

Arts

Rainbow Kitten Surprise comes to Maine πŸ› USM Free Press

Aurora

Jackson, church Oct.11 πŸ› Reddit

An Incredible Night πŸ› Reddit

Climate Emergency

Climate change delays, disrupts Maine’s fall foliage season πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Letter: Federal contract is great news for Maine’s grid resiliency πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Food and Drink

RIP one last bite πŸ› Reddit

Back Cove BBQ οΌ† Pizzeria πŸ› Reddit

Health Care

New regulations prompt some concerns among personal care agencies πŸ› The Maine Monitor

Nonprofit offers lifeline for medical patients across Maine, especially in rural areas πŸ› Portland Press Herald

History

278-280 State Street πŸ› Portland House Stories

Outdoors

Black Brook Preserve Loop (Windham, ME) πŸ› Hiking in Maine

Photography

Leaf Bench πŸ› Corey Templeton Photography

Single Gear πŸ› Corey Templeton Photography

GALLERY: Beautiful fall sunsets in Maine πŸ› WGME

My puppy in da leafs! πŸ› Reddit

Comet C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan-ATLAS from Portland. πŸ› Reddit

C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan–ATLAS) Comet from Parsonsfield πŸ› Reddit

Watched the wind dance all over the water today. It chased the waves into whitecapped spray and sent leaves whirling around us. πŸ› Reddit

Politics

Letter: Keep existing flag πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Letter: Keep big money out of Maine politics πŸ› Portland Press Herald

VERIFY: No, Maine is not paying rent for illegal immigrants πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Pingree faces two challengers in Maine’s 1st District race πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Letter: Lucky to have Jared Golden representing us πŸ› Bangor Daily News

State

Child care providers across the state cited for numerous safety violations πŸ› The Maine Monitor

Things to Do

Butter Making πŸ› Visit Portland

Transportation

Letter: Let’s slow it down on 295 πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Tribal Sovereignty

Indigenous Peoples’ Day: October 14, 2024 πŸ› Wabanaki Alliance