Partners for World Health turns to art to raise shipping funds

The pandemic caused the Portland-based organization to forgo both its regular international medical mission trips and its largest fundraiser, but it's still shipping out medical supplies and equipment.

Palaver Strings to perform via livestream from State Theatre

On Middle Street, a culinary hub embodies an industry under siege

A microcosm of the Portland food scene, the block of restaurants made bold decisions and banded together to stay in business.

Threatened by coronavirus, city’s restaurants turn tables

Creativity and customer support, along with government aid, helped Portland restaurants stay in business at a higher rate than other parts of the country, but dozens have yet to reopen their doors and almost all have losses to recoup.

Two men indicted on murder charges in 2012 shootings in downtown Portland

Zachary Phach and Khang Tran were indicted by a Cumberland County Grand Jury in connection with the murder of Matt Blanchard and wounding of two of his brothers.

Portland residents pursue referendum to block 200-bed homeless shelter

The proposal, which organizers hope to put on the November ballot, would limit the size of new shelters to 50 beds and thwart plans to build a new homeless services center in Riverton.

Portland preserves 27 acres of open space for public use

The Rand Road parcel has been a preservation priority for the city's Land Bank Commission, which is charged with preserving and expanding public open space.

Maine communities begin to rebuild recreation programs, restore revenues

Municipal officials are seeing gains as more people are vaccinated against COVID-19 and safety guidelines allow for programs to expand and more people to participate.

Sea Bags announces new locations in Portland, Freeport

The Maine-based retailer sells tote bags and other accessories made from recycled sail materials.

‘Life-changing’ autism center for adults closes in on funding goal

The Maine Behavioral Healthcare center will provide crucial services to adults and to children under 5.