Morning Links - Saturday September 14, 2024

Arts

Concert review: Sold-out crowd thrills to Sierra Ferrell at the State Theatre πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Portland Museum of Art continues efforts to broaden historical perspectives πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Asylum Seekers

School libraries in Maine to get bundles of books on immigration and belonging πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Business

Big Lots is closing one of its Maine locations after bankruptcy filing - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

City

Opinion: Needle exchanges save lives πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Portland's Committee on Opioid Settlement Funds proposes needle buyback program - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Portland exploring how to fill long vacant storefronts in Arts District πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Portland City Council panel endorses plan for two-way State and High ... πŸ› WGME

Roux Institute breaks ground on Portland Campus πŸ› Maine Public

Northeastern to Break Ground on Permanent Campus in ... πŸ› Northeastern Global News

Northeastern University breaks ground on Roux Institute in Portland πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Portland shuttle service for cruise ship passengers expands service across city πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

5 Things You Didn't Know About Portland's Time and Temp Building πŸ› WJBQ

Climate Emergency

Commission considers public flood insurance πŸ› The Maine Monitor

Former Maine CDC director Shah: State must prepare for health impacts of climate-driven flooding πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Maine’s energy efficiency agency is bullish on electric heat pump installation πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Community

Mainers take a moment to remember the lives lost on 9/11 πŸ› WMTW

Pieces of World Trade Center are powerful reminders across Maine ... πŸ› WGME

'Ales for Tails' raises money for Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Education

Celebration of Completion of Elementary School Renovations on September 21 πŸ› Munjoy Hill News

Therapy dog makes a difference at Gorham High School - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Environment

Midcoast Regional Redevelopment Authority Board supports Executive Director after toxic foam spill πŸ› Maine Public

Brunswick residents voice concern over transparency around PFAS foam spill - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Maine lawmakers call for accountability in toxic foam spill in Brunswick - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Hallowell to build $10 million PFAS-filtration facility by end of 2027 πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Development and rising seas threaten Maine’s salt marshes, a key carbon sink πŸ› The Maine Monitor

'Do not feed:' Portland geese developing malformation from ... πŸ› WGME

Food and Drink

Falmouth bakery offers exclusively gluten free menu - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Cong Tu Bot on Restaurant Prices πŸ› Portland Food Map

Gambling

In-person sports betting makes Maine debut at Oddfellahs in Portland πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Housing

Rent is eating up a greater share of tenants’ income in almost every state πŸ› Maine Morning Star

Justice

Civil rights attorneys with DOJ to meet with Maine families over ADA lawsuit - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

Labor

New report predicts labor market realignment in Maine, with growth concentrated in healthcare πŸ› Maine Public

Outdoors

This mountain in Baxter State Park is great for beginner hikers πŸ› Bangor Daily News

How to go rockhounding for Maine gems and crystals πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Where to see creatures in tide pools? πŸ› Reddit

Photography

9/12/24 Sunset on the Penobscot πŸ› Reddit

Police

Woman arrested after hit-and-run involving RV in Westbrook πŸ› WGME

Politics

Letter: A betrayal of Portland’s Jewish community πŸ› Portland Press Herald

At long last, Mainers could vote for a new state flag. Here’s everything you need to know. πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Tax Cuts and Jobs Act expiration is a chance for Tax Fairness to flourish πŸ› Maine Center for Economic Policy

Maine to vote on $10 million bond to preserve historic buildings - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Truth Tracker: Austin Theriault releases first TV ad πŸ› WGME

Shenna Bellows is concerned about mail-in ballots being counted in time πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Maine election officials weigh in on USPS concerns that could impact voting by mail πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Gwen Walz tells supporters in Portland to β€˜choose a new way forward’ πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Gwen Walz says Maine Democrats must have β€˜hard conversations’ to win in November πŸ› Bangor Daily News

VP candidate's wife, Gwen Walz, makes Harris-Walz campaign stop in Bangor πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Maine Muslims and Jews join in a plea for peace πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Sports

Binelas leads Sea Dogs to 6-3 win πŸ› Minor League Baseball

Anthony Rizzo Inducted into the Portland Sea Dogs Hall of Fame πŸ› Minor League Baseball

Maine State Disc Golf Championship Tournament begins - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Things to Do

DaaaaaalΓ­! πŸ› SPACE

Hip Hop in the Park: Halloween Edition πŸ› Friends of Congress Square Park

Joe Samba - State Theatre, Portland Maine πŸ› State Theatre

A Slice of Crazy Pie *Adult Version - Events πŸ› Portland Downtonwn

NITRO CIRCUS πŸ› Visit Portland

WMPG’s Jazz At The Movies and the PCM present CESARIA EVORA on Sept. 21st πŸ› WMPG

"Ultrasound Dance" at SPACE Gallery πŸ› Maine College of Art & Design

Maine Open Lighthouse Day is set to shine on Sept. 14 πŸ› PenBay Pilot

Maine Open Lighthouse Day: Here's when, where you can climb lighthouses - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Vacationland

Fall Foliage Report Week 1 - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Yard South

Letter: Yard South project won’t solve housing crisis πŸ› Portland Press Herald


Morning Links - Friday September 13, 2024

Arts

New releases from Bull Moose include re-release of Ghost of Paul Revere album πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Portland Museum of Art adds new piece of indigenous art to exhibit - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

Aurora

Can we all agree to kill porch lights if the aurora is as good as anticipated tonight? πŸ’œ πŸ› Reddit

Aurora this morning πŸ› Reddit

My cat was messing with stuff in the house and woke me up early enough to see the aurora this morning. πŸ› Reddit

Aurora’s off to a good start tonight! πŸ› Reddit

Business

Report: Just 3% of food sold in Maine is locally or regionally sourced πŸ› Maine Public

How Renys Became the Maine Adventure πŸ› Down East

City

Portland considers changes to needle exchange program after growing complaints πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Portland officials consider turning two one-way streets into two-way streets - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

Climate Emergency

Opinion: Two years into the climate resilience legacy of the Inflation Reduction Act πŸ› Portland Press Herald

What Maine hopes to learn from its offshore wind research array πŸ› Maine Morning Star

Funds to help Maine communities adapt to climate change now available - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

Education

Maine’s teacher shortage hits home πŸ› Bangor Daily News

More than 150 UMaine students living in overflow housing πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

One Rural Maine School District’s Electric School Bus Experience πŸ› Natural Resources Council of Maine

Environment

Maine lawmakers to hold press conference discussing toxic foam ... πŸ› WGME

Brunswick lawmakers call for Midcoast Regional Redevelopment Authority Executive Director to resign πŸ› Maine Public

Inspection revelations prompt calls for Brunswick Landing chief to step down πŸ› Portland Press Herald

DEP testing private drinking water from homes in Brunswick after toxic spill πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Maine DEP to begin sampling water from wells near site of ... πŸ› WGME

Food and Drink

Maine Food οΌ† Dining News: Limerick, Pitsfield, Westbrook, Scarborough, Bangor πŸ› Portland Food Map

Gambling

New Openings: Oddfellahs Introduces Sports Betting to the Old Port πŸ› Portland Old Port

Guns

Study finds prevalence of firearms is driving soaring gun deaths in U.S. – not mental illness πŸ› Maine Morning Star

Letter: School security starts at home πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Health Care

Historic conference on oral health equity aims to reduce ... πŸ› Amjambo Africa

Labor

Maine's minimum wage will increase in 2025 πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Lewiston City Hall tests out 4-day work week πŸ› WGME

Lewiston Mass Shooting

Are authorities' errors or is Maine's yellow flag law more to blame for Lewiston shooting? - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Moral Panics

Group of attorneys general calling on Congress to put surgeon general warning on social media πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Outdoors

Be suspicious of flocking birds this winter πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Photography

Sunrise and a Seal at Fortunes Rocks πŸ› Reddit

I love this place πŸ› Reddit

Politics

Maine Morning Star launches Voter Guide for November election πŸ› Maine Morning Star

Opinion: Portland’s divestment vote has negative health effects πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Which legislative races we’ll be watching closely this November election πŸ› Maine Morning Star

Tariffs may be popular, but they come with a price πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Austin Theriault plays it safe on Donald Trump’s government shutdown talk πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Rep. Golden announces "Sportsmen for Golden" amid criticism from ... πŸ› WGME

Letter: Jared Golden’s misplaced trust πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Letter: Susan Collins is wrong about the SAVE Act πŸ› Bangor Daily News

The other Maine politician who hasn’t made a presidential endorsement πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Wife of VP candidate Tim Walz to visit Maine this week πŸ› WGME

Maine AG, reproductive health experts hold press conference warning ... πŸ› WGME

South Portland

South Portland councilors vote on plan to turn school into municipal campus πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Sports

Sea Dogs lose third in a row - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Portland Sea Dogs play as Maine Lobster Bakes πŸ› MLB

Things to Do

Film, beer, yacht rock or puppets: It’s a packed festival weekend πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Florist with Mariee Siou πŸ› SPACE

Thrills οΌ† Chills πŸ› Visit Portland

Dracula πŸ› Visit Portland

Indigenous Peoples Day at CMTM πŸ› Visit Portland

Transportation

Ridership is rising, but the Lewiston, Auburn, Portland commuter bus has a long way to go πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Cape Elizabeth council approves traffic safety plan for high crash ... πŸ› WGME

Utilities

Maine launching construction phase for new network of fiber optic infrastructure πŸ› Maine Public

Opinion: Avangrid case shouldn’t be used for political points-scoring πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Vacationland

Portland-area tourism sees steady growth πŸ› WMTW

Learn How the Coast Guard β€œKeeps a Good Light” during Maine Open Lighthouse Day πŸ› American Lighthouse Foundation

Copy My Trip: 3 days in Portland, Maine πŸ› Lonely Planet

How to Spend the Perfect Fall Weekend in Maine's Iconic ... - Travel πŸ› Travel and Leisure

Maine foliage expert predicts vibrant display β€˜for the record books’ πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Damariscotta Pumpkinfest οΌ† Regatta One Month Away πŸ› The Lincoln County News


Morning Links - Thursday September 12, 2024

Arts

Braiding the Land (2024) πŸ› Portland Museum of Art

Business

Rock Row medical campus opening put off to 2025 πŸ› Portland Press Herald

City

Portland City Council panel endorses plan for two-way State and High streets πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Developers pitch projects that could create nearly 200 condos in Portland πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Developers pitch second condo complex with accessory dwelling units in Portland πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Community

Portland first responders honor lives lost in 23rd anniversary of 9/11 πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Maine communities gather to honor lives lost in 9/11 attacks πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

9/11 Ceremony held in Portland - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Education

Letter: Affordable student loan repayment is in jeopardy πŸ› Portland Press Herald

UMaine achieves fifth straight year of record-breaking research funding πŸ› University of Maine

Environment

Brunswick legislators kickstart efforts to address PFAS contamination after foam spill πŸ› Maine Morning Star

Fire suppression system at Brunswick airport had been flagged as β€˜deficient’ πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Health Care

Maine distributes $30 million one-time payment to boost nursing facilities πŸ› Maine Public

Letter: Veterans deserve more than β€˜thank you for your service’ πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Housing

Maine Housing unveils affordable housing units in Portland, with more to come - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Basic income pilot project for single mothers shows promising results on economic stability πŸ› Maine Public

Justice

Maine Supreme Judicial Court rules on dispute over single parking spot in Old Orchard Beach πŸ› Maine Public

State senator calls on Gov. Mills to get involved in DOJ lawsuit over ADA πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Labor

Maine’s minimum wage to increase to $14.65 next year, boosting wages for 96,000 workers πŸ› Maine Center for Economic Policy

Maine’s minimum wage will rise to $14.65 next year πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Maine’s minimum wage will increase to $14.65 next year πŸ› Maine Morning Star

Lewiston Mass Shooting

β€˜Colossal failure’ before Lewiston shooting must prompt changes in policies and attitudes πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Opinion: Lewiston report affirms failure of yellow flag law and need for red flag πŸ› Maine Beacon

Moral Panics

Majority of state attorneys general seek warnings for youth on social media πŸ› Maine Morning Star

Outdoors

Park rangers: Don't feed the Canada geese at Portland's Deering Oaks Park πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Goose in Portland park has fatal deformity caused by eating too much bread - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Wild mushroom season is tasty but be cautious πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Letter: Dogs need better protection from Maine’s harsh weather πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Plover Season Wrap-up: Breeding Pairs Down but Productivity Back on Track πŸ› Maine Audubon

Police

Police make 'significant drug trafficking arrest' in Portland πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Police seize large amount of fentanyl during Portland drug bust - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Portland Woman Arrested in Large Drug Bust in Portland Yesterday Afternoon πŸ› Munjoy Hill News

Politics

Opinion: Portland moves to the rhythm of justice πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Letter: A shocking display of antisemitism in Portland πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Police reports and grades define a charged gundebate in Maine’s 2nd District πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Engaging Black Voters in Maine: The Harris-Walz Campaign πŸ› Amjambo Africa

Maine’s senators take no side on presidential debate that Jared Golden didn’t watch πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Gwen Walz will campaign for Kamala Harris in Bangor this week πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Gwen Walz, wife of VP candidate Tim Walz, will visit Bangor and Portland on Friday πŸ› Portland Press Herald

'Backed into a corner': Mainers react to presidential debate πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Public Safety

Mayor Mark Dion: Needle waste is a public safety hazard of Portland’s own making πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Maine issues first-ever recall of cannabis products πŸ› Mainebiz

Four cannabis products recalled in Maine after state audit πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Health experts point to a mild winter and spring as root cause of increased mosquito-borne illnesses πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Social Safety Net

MaineHousing says applying for β€˜HEAP’ program has gotten easier - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Sports

Sea Dogs suffer second straight loss to Binghamton πŸ› Minor League Baseball

Sea Dogs fall out of first place - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Things to Do

Maine Open Lighthouse Day 2024 πŸ› American Lighthouse Foundation

Tickets now on sale for Gardens Aglow at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Unhoused

Preble Street poised to take over Hope House shelter in Bangor πŸ› Maine Public

Vacationland

Foliage Report: 'Brilliant fall colors' on the horizon for Maine leaf-peeping season πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine


Morning Links - Wednesday September 11, 2024

Arts

Visited for a day and got to experience the culture. Thanks. πŸ› Reddit

Spotted yesterday β€” Middle St πŸ› Reddit

Business

Portland Harbor Hotel may add dozens of rooms with $11M deal for property next door πŸ› Mainebiz

City

Portland City Hall is becoming a wedding destination πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Portland City Council votes to divest from companies tied to Israel πŸ› WGME

Climate Emergency

Town's electricity supply to be 100 percent green πŸ› Mount Desert Islander

Environment

Lawmakers take legislative action amid continued concerns over PFAS spill in Brunswick πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Maine DEP gives update on ongoing firefighting foam spill in ... πŸ› WGME

Maine firefighters work to reduce use of toxic chemicals while ... πŸ› WGME

Portland geese deformed by β€˜unnaturally high-calorie diet’ πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Food and Drink

Cozy, quirky Ohno Cafe in Portland’s West End to close after 20 years πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Fresh Catch: A Guide to Maine Lobster Week πŸ› Portland Old Port

Gearing up for Oktoberfest with Foundation Brewing - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Housing

New affordable housing to open in Portland πŸ› WGME

Pilot program by Portland nonprofit Quality Housing Coalition aims to improve financial stability πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Justice

'They didn't hold him:' Some Maine victims wonder if court system can keep them safe - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Advocates urge Mills administration to quickly resolve federal lawsuit over care for disabled children πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Outdoors

I finally achieved my goal of circumnavigating Campobello Island πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Photography

In photos: Saying β€˜I do’ at Portland City Hall πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Police

Westbrook man accused of attacking clerk, customer after being ... πŸ› WGME

Somerset Sheriff's Office considers body cameras with Artificial Intelligence - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Politics

Outdoor groups launch 'Yes on Question 4' campaign πŸ› Maine Public

Outdoors groups push for passage of Maine’s first trail bond πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Letter: Don’t let utilities engage in any political spending πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Campaigns clash over gun rights in Maine’s 2nd Congressional District race πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Jason Cherry for Senate πŸ› Jason Cherry for US Senate

Costello for Senate πŸ› David Costello for US Senate

Angus King for U.S. Senate πŸ› Angus King for US Senate

Demi Kouzounas for Senate πŸ› Demi Kouzounas for US Senate

Why I’m running for the US Senate πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Maine Democrats tout VP Harris' plans to tackle housing crisis πŸ› WGME

Opinion: Portland City Council vote ran roughshod over Jewish community πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Public Safety

Maine Office of Cannabis Policy issues first ever recall πŸ› Maine Public

Maine issues its first-ever recall of tainted recreational marijuana πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Maine health panel recommends state of emergency as EEE spreads ... πŸ› WGME

Parasites found in Maine pigs indicate a need for better management among farmers, state officials say πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Sports

We did it! Maine Roller Derby hosted its first international tournament πŸ› Maine Roller Derby

Sea Dogs lose series opener to Binghamton - YouTube - WMTW-TV

State

Here are the sunken, abandoned boats Maine most wants to remove πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Things to Do

The Live Music Guide: September 11th – 17th, 2024 πŸ› Portland Old Port

Maine Things To Do: Trails End Festival, Fall Bazaar, Downhill Derby πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Glare with Zeruel and Leaving Time πŸ› SPACE

Schoonerfest Sept. 21 in Wiscasset πŸ› Wiscasset Newspaper

Gardens Aglow tickets go on sale - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

Transportation

Cape Elizabeth council approves traffic safety plan for high crash intersection - YouTube - CBS 13 News


Morning Links - Tuesday September 10, 2024

Arts

controversial bee artist speaks on reddit fame πŸ› Reddit

Collage Artist Jeri Theriault Exhibits Counterpanes and Other Fabrications πŸ› Maine Art Scene

City

Did you know Portland is home to a public orchard? πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Climate Emergency

Federal report OKs Gulf of Maine for offshore wind leases πŸ› Bangor Daily News

UMaine is testing a method to stabilize soil and reduce potholes πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Community

'Meow Lounge' in Westbrook helps cats find forever homes - YouTube - CBS 13 News

United Bikers of Maine holds largest toy run since COVID-19 forced event’s cancellation in 2020, organizers say πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Elections

What you need to know ahead of the Nov. 5 election πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Environment

Maine DEP to test Brunswick homeowners’ water for PFAS after foam spill πŸ› Maine Public

Brunswick properties selected for well testing; surface water samples show increased PFAS πŸ› Portland Press Herald

PFAS found in Tremont water πŸ› Mount Desert Islander

Ecomaine plans $25 million recycling center upgrade πŸ› Maine Public

Food and Drink

From Bitter to Better: Where to Celebrate Negroni Month in Portland, Maine πŸ› Portland Old Port

Recent Closings: OhNo Cafe Announces Closure After 20 Years πŸ› Portland Old Port

'The Maine Foodies' offer recommendations for fall food season - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Guns

Letter: Don’t let our leaders skate on their gun safety stances πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Health Care

Letter: Some peace of mind for Maine seniors πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Housing

What a Maine experimentshows us about universal basic income πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Sen. Angus King: Bipartisan solutions key to tackling affordable housing shortfall πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Federal program is helping Maine students and families facing housing insecurity πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Justice

Department of Justice sues Maine for violating the Americans with Disabilities Act πŸ› Maine Public

Department of Justice sues Maine for treatment of children with behavioral health disabilities πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Letter: Seeking transparency from Rep. Bagshaw πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Lewiston Mass Shooting

Maine State Police release after-action review following Lewiston mass shooting - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Outdoors

New lead tackle ban aims to protect loons πŸ› Maine Public

Making a Wildlife Plan of Action πŸ› Maine Audubon

A breached dam on Green Lake could threaten Arctic charr πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Photography

A quiet Maine evening on the water πŸ› Reddit

Nubble ! πŸ› Reddit

Found this little fella or lady a few weeks ago and had never seen one like it. πŸ› Reddit

Police

Maine police arrest NY man after chase and β€˜great resistance’ πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Portland police arrest New York man following drawn out traffic stop πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Man assaults officer after fleeing Portland traffic stop on foot, police say - YouTube - WMTW-TV

New York Man Arrested With Nine Charges on East End of Portland πŸ› Munjoy Hill News

Politics

Austin Theriault wins NRA’s endorsement after Jared Golden’s gun shift πŸ› Piscataquis Observer

Ahead of presidential debate, Democratic state officials reiterate focus on threat of Project 2025 πŸ› Maine Morning Star

Maine AG, reproductive health experts hold press conference warning about Project 2025 - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Surge in Maine voter registrations continues as election heats up πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Letter: Portland shows moral leadership with Israel divestment πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Sports

Sea Dogs Seal Final Road Series with 8-5 Finale Win πŸ› Minor League Baseball

PBA Tour Rolls Back into Bayside Bowl for 2024 Tour πŸ› Portland Old Port

Maine native wins bronze medal at 2024 Paris Paralympics - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Brown returns to Maine with bronze - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Things to Do

Dancin' for community with Hope Acts and the Bob Band - πŸ› Amjambo Africa

Bois, presented by Puppets in Portland - Events πŸ› Portland Downtonwn

The next Poetry and Prose at Sacred Profane in Biddo will be in two weeks! Rest of the dates for the year on there, too πŸ› Reddit

Utilities

Opinion: Massive corporate energy deal requires great scrutiny πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Vacationland

Camden International Film Festival returns for 20th anniversary this week πŸ› WCSH News Center Maine

Farmington Fair returns for its 183rd year πŸ› Daily Bulldog

Maine Guide Mondays: Quiet spots in Acadia National Park - YouTube - CBS 13 News