Morning Links - Sunday May 4, 2025

Sunday, May 4, 2025

Asylum Seekers

Border Patrol arrests 39 people in Maine illegally, U.S. CBP saysEmail This Link 🏛 WABI

City

ONE BIG THING: Trolley Park Ribbon Cutting & Community Cleanup 🏛 Kate Sykes for District 5

Climate Emergency

Portland Climate Action Team 🏛 Facebook - Portland Climate Action Team

GMRI 4 OCEAN BUOYS - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Consitutional Crisis

Win for Maine as Trump officials agree to halt school funding freeze | Maine 🏛 The Guardian

Maine Public could lose 12% of funding after executive order to defund NPR, PBS 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Congresswoman Pingree on Trump’s Plan to Purge EPA of Science and Public Health Research Office 🏛 Munjoy Hill News

Pingree: Abrupt Cancellation of NEA Grants Jeopardizes Jobs, Main Street and a $1.2 Trillion Industry 🏛 Munjoy Hill News

Environment

Maine bill would direct DEP to look into health, environmental impacts of turf fields - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Housing

Bill aims to make Maine Eviction Prevention Program permanent amid homelessness rise - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Justice

Counties and municipalities have spent about $7 million of their opioid settlement funds so far 🏛 The Maine Monitor

Photography

Springin' 🏛 Corey Templeton Photography

Colors of Spring 🏛 Corey Templeton Photography

Rainy Woodford 🏛 Corey Templeton Photography

Route 1 Portland 🏛 Reddit

some pics I took a few years back! 🏛 Reddit

Politics

Maine lawmakers grapple with what constitutes child neglect 🏛 The Maine Monitor

Maine bill would ban floating camps - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Public Safety

35-pound object that hit car in Portland came from tugboat, FAA says 🏛 WGME

Things to Do

Maine Day 🏛 Visit Portland

Mother's Day Karaoke 🏛 One Longfellow Square

Evros with FLOR Cuadro Flamenco 🏛 SPACE

Dinosaurs at Dusk 🏛 Visit Portland

Jane’s Walk tours unwind the fabric of Maine’s communities 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Life is stressful and crazy, let’s relax and make art at eastern prom! 🏛 Reddit

Baby goat snuggles and seaweed festival among Maine's weekend happenings - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Transportation

Advocates push for expanded train service in Maine - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Morning Links - Saturday May 3, 2025

Saturday, May 3, 2025

Business

L.L. Bean opens outlet in Biddeford 🏛 Saco Bay News

City

City News Round Up: Friday, May 2, 2025 🏛 City of Portland

A baffling take on Children’s Museum’s policy | Letter 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Climate Emergency

Trump administration seeks to expand offshore oil and gas drilling, including in Gulf of Maine 🏛 The Maine Monitor

Golden votes to roll back California EV mandates that could take options away from Mainers 🏛 Daily Bulldog

Maine adopts 'nature-based' shoreline erosion rules 🏛 Maine Public

With new techniques, landowners shape forests for maximum carbon storage 🏛 The Maine Monitor

Community

Patrick Dempsey to join Putt-Putt Fore Kids event in Portland 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Constitutional Crisis

In settlement, the USDA agrees to end Maine funding freeze challenged by state AG 🏛 Maine Public

Trump administration backs down from freezing funds for Maine school food programs 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Maine settles lawsuit against USDA over $3 million in school funds 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Statement of Attorney General Aaron Frey on Maine's Settlement with the USDA 🏛 State of Maine

Governor Mills Statement on Maine's Settlement with the U.S. Department of Agriculture 🏛 State of Maine

FULL PRESSER: Maine governor discusses state's settlement with USDA - YouTube - WMTW-TV

University of Maine receives restored Sea Grant funding 🏛 Maine Morning Star

Trump administration restores Maine Sea Grant funding 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Maine Sea Grant funding restored 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Federal funding for Maine Sea Grant restored 🏛 Maine Public

Following Urging of Senator Collins, HHS Releases $400 Million for LIHEAP Program 🏛 Daily Bulldog

Public media leaders contest legality of Trump's order 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Hundreds of Maine lawyers gather in defense of Constitution 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Maine State Library avoids some layoffs as federal funds are partially restored 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Wabanaki Mobile Food Pantry: Federal funding cuts hinder outreach services 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Assessing the Trump Administration’s First 100 Days 🏛 Natural Resources Council of Maine

'May Day' rallies in Maine protest Trump, advocate for labor rights 🏛 Maine Public

May Day marchers in Portland decry Trump policies as threat to democracy 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Letter: Trump is treading on America 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Letter: Wondering why Golden won’t speak out about Trump 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Sen. King needs to walk the walk in opposing Trump | Letter 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Educated citizens are MAGA’s greatest enemy | Opinion 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Environment

Millinocket's identity transformation: From paper to biofuel innovation 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Food and Drink

Enjoy Sicilian-style pizza at Micucci Grocery in Portland - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Maine Food ＆ Dining News: Ellsworth, Brunswick, Scarborough, Bath, York, Wilton 🏛 Portland Food Map

The TL Taste 🏛 The West End News

Health Care

Legislation would enhance vision and medical eye care in Maine 🏛 Bangor Daily News

We can’t let Maine Veterans’ Homes go under | Opinion 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Let’s not miss this chance for more quality child care access | Letter 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Justice

Maine public defense commission wants to improve confidentiality in jail communications 🏛 Maine Morning Star

New Maine law would allocate $3.5 million for 5 new public defenders - YouTube - CBS 13 News

LGBTQIA+

Maine Legislature sets long-awaited hearings on transgender athlete bills 🏛 Bangor Daily News

There are significant fairness issues in girls sports, but they’re not transgender athletes 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Who is Rep. Libby really looking after? | Letter 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Outdoors

It was my secret fishing spot. Then a land trust bought the property and ruined it. 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Never forget, all roads are private in the North Maine Woods 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Photography

Coyote tries to chase down a bobcat in this tense Maine wildlife video 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Portland sunset panorama 🏛 Reddit

Amato’s Mascot (＆ my kiddo) 🏛 Reddit

More Mackworth! 🏛 Reddit

Politics

Action Alert: Support Updates to the Growth Management Law! Public Hearing, Thursday, May 8th 9:00 am - 2:00 pm 🏛 Build Maine

Letter: Bill to restrict Senate replacements a bad idea 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Our public lands shouldn’t be sold to the highest bidders to fund tax cuts 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Trump asks Congress to cut $163B in non-defense spending, ax dozens of programs 🏛 Maine Morning Star

Susan Collins has ‘serious objections’ to Donald Trump’s proposed budget cuts 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Susan Collins say she has 'serious objections' to Trump budget blueprint 🏛 Maine Public

Susan Collins cites ‘serious objections’ to Trump’s budget, plans ‘aggressive’ hearing schedule 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Democrat Jordan Wood explains why he is challenging Sen. Susan Collins - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Public Safety

The 35-pound rod that smashed a car in Portland did not fall from the sky, FAA says 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Pipe that smashed car in Portland, Maine, didn't come from plane 🏛 WMTW

Pipe that fell on Maine car came from tugboat, not an airplane 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Vehicle in Portland damaged by pipe that broke off tugboat, not airplane - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

Social Safety Net

Too many Mainers are facing hunger. State lawmakers can help. 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Sports

Portland Hearts of Pine home opener kicks off - YouTube - CBS 13 News

State

Calm before the storm: New revenue forecast shows little change, for now 🏛 Maine Center for Economic Policy

Things to Do

Daily schedules announced for Portland’s first Back Cove music festival 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Pet Fashion Show 🏛 Friends of Congress Square Park

Bringing Sondheim to Life 🏛 Visit Portland

Paul's Case 🏛 Visit Portland

Shipwrecked 🏛 Visit Portland

Bonsai Workshop at Apres - Portland 🏛 Patch

Transportation

Bicycle Rodeo teaches Maine kids the importance of bike safety 🏛 Bicycle Coalition of Maine

Unhoused

York County’s only homeless shelter on brink of closure for lack of funds 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Voter Suppression

New voter ID bill could change Maine voting processes—especially absentee ballots 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Morning Links - Friday May 2, 2025

Friday, May 2, 2025

City

Neighborhoods Host Spring Clean Up Events 🏛 The West End News

Tate Street Sidewalk and Tyng-Tate Park Primed for Repair 🏛 The West End News

Climate Emergency

State announces grants aimed at preparing Maine towns for climate change 🏛 Maine Public

Maine announces record $8M in state climate resilience grants 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Governor Mills Announces $8 Million in Grants to Help Maine Communities Strengthen Resilience to Climate Effects 🏛 State of Maine

Community

Despite challenges, Windham-Raymond backpack program continues to assist 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Constitutional Crisis

Donald Trump’s 100 days of destruction and mayhem 🏛 Bangor Daily News

More than 600 Maine lawyers sign declaration to reject intimidation by Trump administration 🏛 Maine Morning Star

'There is no playbook.' Hundreds of Maine attorneys gather in defense of Constitution 🏛 Maine Public

Governor Mills Declares May 1 as Law Day in Maine 🏛 State of Maine

Susan Collins, Angus King back failed effort to check Trump's unilateral tariffs 🏛 Maine Public

Feds release $4M in remaining funding allocated Maine heating, energy programs 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Mainers speak out against DOGE’s attempts at the largest layoff of veterans in US history 🏛 Maine Beacon

Mainers join in nationwide protests against Trump administration 🏛 Portland Press Herald

May Day rallies across Maine celebrate labor rights amid federal backlash 🏛 Maine Morning Star

Thousands in Maine protest Trump during 'May Day' march and rally 🏛 WMTW

Thousands Rally at Congress Square Park Commemorating May Day 2025 and Its Trump Implications 🏛 Munjoy Hill News

Federal cuts to AmeriCorps jeopardize more than 120 positions in Maine 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Sen. Collins must go | Letter 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Citizens need guidance on stopping criminal government takeover | Letter 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Collins needs to take a stand for democracy | Letter 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Education

Portland Public Schools considering repurposing Lincoln Middle School 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Environment

Toby Jacobs: Stewarding our Waterways 🏛 The West End News

Guns

Secretary of State backs bill allowing towns to ban guns at polling places 🏛 Maine Morning Star

History

Throwback Thursday Photo: 121 Center Street 1994 ＆ 2025 🏛 Portland Old Port

LGBTQIA+

Upholding Protections for Trans Children 🏛 ACLU of Maine

Maine lawmaker appeals to Supreme Court over censure by state House for transgender athlete post​ 🏛 Boston.com

Outdoors

An unused rail corridor can become a trail to Maine’s future | Opinion 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Politics

Putting speed cameras in Maine construction zones opens a rift in the Legislature 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Nangle bill to protect consumers by simplifying subscription cancellations 🏛 The Windham Eagle

Privacy

Maine legislators ask federal government for phased-in implementation of Real ID Act 🏛 Maine Public

Maine seeks delayed enforcement of Real ID as deadline approaches 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Maine asks for a break on Real IDs that most residents don’t have 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Public Safety

35-pound hunk of metal that damaged car in Portland may have fallen from plane 🏛 Portland Press Herald

35-pound object possibly from airplane hits car in Portland 🏛 WGME

Portland police say pipe that smashed car may have fallen from plane 🏛 WMTW

Vehicle in Portland damaged by pipe that may have fallen from airplane, police say 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Maine boaters raise safety concerns as Coast Guard plans to remove some navigational buoys 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Sports

Portland Hearts of Pine Sell Out Home Opener 🏛 Hearts of Pine

New MLB Docuseries Puts The Spotlight on Portland, Maine 🏛 WCYY

State

Maine’s state revenues expected to level off, then decline in future years 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Things to Do

The Weekend Guide: May 2nd – 4th, 2025 🏛 Portland Old Port

Coming to PMA Films in June: "Summer of '75" 🏛 Portland Museum of Art

Upcoming concerts in Maine, including local acts and the sounds of Motown 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Transportation

To move Maine forward, we must fill in the transportation gaps | Opinion 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Vacationland

Maine’s chickadee license plates will start disappearing this week 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Morning Links - Thursday May 1, 2025

Thursday, May 1, 2025

Art

This bee is garbage. 🏛 Reddit

Climate Emergency

Proposal to Open Up Maine’s Ocean Waters to Oil and Gas Drilling Defies Explanation 🏛 Natural Resources Council of Maine

Federal oil and gas leasing plan could include Maine coast 🏛 Maine Public

Amid rapidly evolving energy goals, Maine lawmakers seek more coordinated grid planning 🏛 Maine Morning Star

Maine’s energy future should include improved net energy billing system 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Constitutional Crisis

Angus King invokes Margaret Chase Smith’s ‘Declaration' in Senate speech on Donald Trump 🏛 Maine Public

75 years after Margaret Chase Smith, this is my ‘Declaration of Conscience’ 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Angus King says Donald Trump’s actions are ‘dangerous for everybody’ 🏛 Bangor Daily News

GOP lawmakers unnerved by Trump’s intensifying fight with judiciary 🏛 The Hill

MDI Bio Lab president joins panel warning Congress of long-lasting impacts from Trump budget cuts 🏛 Maine Public

‘We’ll Lose the Race’: U.S. Risks Surrendering Global Leadership in Biomedical Innovation 🏛 Bar Harbor Story

State and national labor leaders highlight outsized impact federal cuts have on veterans 🏛 Maine Morning Star

Union leaders rally against VA cuts in Augusta 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Sen. Collins leads hearing on ‘harmful’ Trump cuts to scientific research 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Key manufacturing resource in Maine could lose all federal funding 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Proposed NOAA Budget Cuts Could Affect Local Mariners 🏛 Bar Harbor Story

What do Canada’s election results mean for Maine? 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Three U.S. Senate Republicans break with Trump on tariffs but rebuke fails 🏛 Maine Morning Star

Susan Collins joins Democrats in losing bid to block Trump’s tariffs 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Donald Trump’s haphazard tariff scheme clouds Maine revenue outlook 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Canada-based Acadian Seaplants closed its Maine operations earlier this month 🏛 Maine Public

Maine’s libraries are under threat | Letter 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Opinion: Maine voters want our leaders to stand up to Trump 🏛 Maine Beacon

Letter: I despair for America 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Letter: America will survive the Trump years 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Letter: Double standards for Trump administration 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Education

Scarborough residents weigh in on plans to renovate schools - YouTube - CBS 13 News

UNE parts ways with researcher amid controversial maple syrup health claims 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Environment

Catch the Rain, Reduce Pollution: Discounted Rain Barrels Available Through Portland Water District 🏛 Portland Water District

Forgoing moratorium, committee backs plan to study health impacts of artificial turf 🏛 Maine Morning Star

Maine activists at the helm of newly-formed national Coalition for Sludge-Free Land 🏛 Maine Public

Maine awards $3 million for PFAS research to aid farmers - YouTube - CBS 13 News

June 13: Back Cove Summer Sweep! 🏛 Friends of Casco Bay

Scarborough Marsh gets ready for the season! 🏛 Maine Audubon

Food and Drink

Benny’s slated to open in mid-May in former home of Broken Arrow 🏛 Portland Press Herald

New breakfast, lunch spot has opened in Morrill’s Corner 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Fusion taco spot has opened on Forest Avenue 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Off-Track Pizza in Portland serves up New York-style pizza - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Health Care

'It’s just not safe': Breaking down why Maine’s delivery units have been closing 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Housing

Residential river project to replace ‘blighted’ Westbrook parcel 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Maine lawmakers still betting on accessory dwelling units to help end housing crisis 🏛 Portland Press Herald

LGBTQIA+

Why men should support Maine’s trans youth in sports | Opinion 🏛 Portland Press Herald

The biggest difference between Miss Maine’s 2 high-profile contestants | Column 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Maine lawmaker appeals to Supreme Court over censure by state House regarding transgender athlete post 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Join OUT Maine, EqualityMaine, and Educate Maine for a new series of Queer… 🏛 Bluesky - OUT Maine

Outdoors

The Birds Are Back in Town! 🏛 Maine Audubon

It’s ice-out on Maine’s largest lake 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Photography

Wild Rabbits of the West End 🏛 Reddit

Mackworth Island, I love you 😍 🏛 Reddit

Police

Portland police seeking ‘suspicious male’ who lunged at teenage girl 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Police Seeking Assistance in Locating Suspicious Man Who Lunged at Teenager 🏛 Munjoy Hill News

Portland Woman Arrested for Terrorizing Last Night 🏛 Munjoy Hill News

Woman accused of impersonating Maine police officer and threatening someone 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Portland woman accused of impersonating police officer to get inside apartment 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Portland, Maine, home searched nearly 2 months after ... 🏛 WMTW

Body found in Portland attic identified as man who was ... 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Body found in Portland attic identified as missing man 🏛 WGME

Portland business owners urge action as safety concerns grow in Monument Square 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Bill expanding state police patrols in rural counties gets early nod from Maine House 🏛 Maine Public

Politics

Bill would remove voting requirement for Maine school budgets - YouTube - CBS 13 News

If we want to keep kids safe, we need to invest in their families 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Electric vehicle owners may have to pay a $250 annual fee in Maine 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Maine bill to ban floating camps meets some opposition 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Maine now has an official state dog 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Now is the time to tax Maine’s rich | Letter 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Here’s what Aroostook would look like if it ever seceded from Maine 🏛 The County

U.S. House committees approve first three sections of spending and policy package 🏛 Maine Morning Star

Maine activists call for extension on tax cuts - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Activists gather at Maine State House calling to extend tax cuts - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

Public Safety

Man who died in Portland house fire was dedicated father, sibling 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Sports

Portland Hearts of Pine's first home match sold out 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Things to Do

The little star that could 🏛 Visit Portland

Cool Things Happening in Portland This Week (April 30–May 2) 🏛 Reddit

Trivia Thursdays 🏛 Reddit

Transportation

With contract inked, Brunswick-Rockland rail operator preparing for trains 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Tribal Sovereignty

Committee advances bill that would prohibit the state from seizing Wabanaki land 🏛 Maine Morning Star

Utilities

Westbrook considers fee on new development to pay for sewer expansion - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Vacationland

Bye, bye, birdie: Maine's chickadee plates will be replaced with new design May 1 🏛 Maine Public

Morning Links - Wednesday April 30, 2025

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Arts

Good Theater in Portland has a new home and a fresh start 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Business

Maine gives lobstermen a chance to inform future of fishery 🏛 Portland Press Herald

L.L. Bean sets date for Biddeford opening 🏛 Saco Bay News

Maine Lawmaker Files Bill to Simplify Adult Use Marijuana Regulations, Including Removing Purchase Limits 🏛 Marijuana Herald

City

Portland tables moratorium on new music venues 🏛 Maine Public

Proposed Portland Music Hall fuels community debate on safety 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Civil Rights

Maine advocates push back against federal plan for autism registry - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Climate Emergency

Offshore wind report requested by Republicans debunks anti-wind arguments 🏛 Maine Beacon

Community

South Portland, Scarborough and Cape Elizabeth food pantries team up to meet growing need 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Constitutional Crisis

Trump's haphazard tariff scheme clouds Maine revenue outlook 🏛 Maine Public

Maine and 2 dozen states sue Trump administration over AmeriCorps cuts 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Science groups warn Trump's immigration crackdown and funding cuts could undermine STEM fields 🏛 Maine Public

Why my recent town halls give me hope 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Angus King echoes Margaret Chase Smith in speech on Donald Trump 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Sen. King sounds alarm over Trump 'ignoring the Constitution' - YouTube - CBS 13 News

In Senate speech, Angus King invokes Margaret Chase Smith’s ‘Declaration,’ warns of current ‘crisis’ 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Reckless NOAA cuts endanger Maine | Opinion 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Maine must not lose sight of the power of libraries | Opinion 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Leaders must act to reclaim our democracy | Letter 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Trump’s economic policies have no direction | Letter 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Mainers reflect on the first 100 days of Trump’s second term 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Maine domestic violence advocates say they need more state funding in the face of federal uncerta... - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Education

Cape Elizabeth School Department referred to ethics commission over referendum ads - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Letter: Support technical, arts education programs 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Environment

Portland City Council passes grant to remove contaminated soil at Fitzpatrick Stadium - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Some Mainers face lasting pain as the battle with PFAS unfolds in a new book - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

Maine Awards $3 Million for Research to Support Farmers Impacted by PFAS 🏛 State of Maine

Camden lawmaker proposes increase in state fines for improper pesticide use 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Food and Drink

Rambler Cafe to Launch at Rwanda Bean’s Deering Center Location 🏛 Portland Old Port

Loco Taco Now Open 🏛 Portland Food Map

Ocotillo offers plenty of excellent reasons to get up and eat brunch 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Enjoy a taste of Italy in Maine at Tipo Restaurant in Portland - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Guns

New Poll suggests Maine voters support gun secure storage laws 🏛 Daily Bulldog

Housing

Midcoast town taking on housing shortage thanks to local donations - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

Justice

Maine Supreme Court rejects appeal from South Portland teen accused in school shooting plot - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

Labor

Business groups urge lawmakers to change paid family medical leave law 🏛 Maine Public

May Day Workers March – Starts at USM to Congress Square Park in the Afternoon 🏛 Munjoy Hill News

LGBTQIA+

Let’s build the kind of Maine where everyone is treated fairly | Letter 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Outdoors

Behind the scenes at the Maine Wildlife Park | Borealis Season Two Extras - YouTube - Maine Public

Photography

Such a beautiful day 🏛 Reddit

Police

Businesses in Portland’s Monument Square say safety concerns are growing 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Monument Square residents, business owners plead for help from city of Portland - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Residents voice safety concerns about Monument Square - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Two 18-year-olds arrested in armed robbery at Bug Light on Easter 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Two teens charged in connection with South Portland robbery 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Two arrested for alleged assault, robbery at South Portland's Bug Light Park 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

Body found in Portland attic identified as man missing for months 🏛 WMTW

Body found in Grant Street attic identified as missing Portland man 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Missing Maine man found dead in attic 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Nonprofit supplies life-saving ballistic vests to K-9 units across Maine - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Politics

Falmouth approves $73.45 million combined school, town budget 🏛 Portland Press Herald

North Yarmouth town budget comes with 6% spending increase 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Maine Republicans push bill to eliminate property taxes for seniors - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Maine lawmakers vote to limit governor’s choices for rare Senate vacancies 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Maine lawmakers smooth over chicken debate sparked by Laurel Libby 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Seppala Siberian becomes Maine’s state dog 🏛 Bangor Daily News

Maine Republican leader says it would be 'absolutely insane' to primary Sen. Collins - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Public Safety

Vehicle catches fire inside storage building in Portland neighborhood - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Fire marshals searching Portland property after fatal fire 🏛 Portland Press Herald

Deadly Portland fire now being investigated by federal agents - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Things to Do

The Live Music Guide: April 30th – May 6th, 2025 🏛 Portland Old Port

Pink Martini - State Theatre, Portland Maine 🏛 State Theatre

An Evening with Amy Grant - State Theatre, Portland Maine 🏛 State Theatre

Maine Public State of the Art Sunday, April 27: Nathalie Joachim 🏛 Maine Public

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens opens for 2025 season on May 1 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

We are so excited to be hosting the book launch of LIFE AND ART, the new es… 🏛 Bluesky - Print: A Bookstore

Maine Things To Do: Fiddlehead Festival, Cinco de Mud Hole, Drumming Up Wishes - YouTube - NEWS CENTER Maine

Transportation

Legislature to consider improvements to ferry service after summer disruptions 🏛 Maine Morning Star

Public transportation advocates push measures to expand transit options in Maine 🏛 Maine Public

Unhoused

TAKE ACTION TO KEEP ALL PORTLAND SHELTERS OPEN 🏛 Preble Street

Biddeford sees success addressing homelessness as Portland grapples with possible setbacks 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine

'It's open to anybody': Biddeford partners with nonprofit to alleviate homelessness - YouTube - CBS 13 News

Vacationland

Maine’s iconic 207 area code will last at least another 20 years 🏛 Bangor Daily News

207: Maine's singular area code expected to remain until 2045 🏛 WCSH News Center Maine