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Published
February 21, 2021

A new rose book by Maine rose expert Peter E. Kukielski is a stunner

The lavishly illustrated 'Rosa: The Story of the Rose,' encompasses history, art, religion and botany.
Published
February 21, 2021

Employment barriers for highly skilled immigrants lead to ‘brain waste’ in Maine

Hundreds of immigrants have moved to Maine in recent years, including those with expertise employers in the state desperately need. But many can't get a job in their field.
Published
February 21, 2021

Black History Month: Maine’s Black history should not be forgotten

Three exceptional Mainers and their families helped shape the state and the nation as we know it today.
Published
February 19, 2021

Portland committee recommends new department to promote racial equity

Mayor Kate Snyder and councilors appointed the commission following a series of Black Lives Matter demonstrations over the summer and will present an interim report to councilors on Monday.
Published
February 18, 2021

Portland won’t close iconic Old Port street to traffic this summer

While some side streets in the Old Port will again be closed to support outdoor dining and shopping, Exchange Street will remain open to traffic.

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Published
February 18, 2021

MaineHealth receives $12.8 million grant for rural health care research

It will use the funds, from the National Institutes of Health, to study ways to reduce the disparity in health care quality between urban and rural areas of the state.
Published
February 16, 2021

Maine Historical plans for future preservation of past

A new system will allow Maine Historical Society to expand the safe storage of its vast collection.
Published
February 16, 2021

Portland Meetings: Feb. 17-24
Published
February 16, 2021

Climate change talk to focus on creating coastal resiliency

Casco Baykeeper Ivy Frignoca and marine geologist Peter Slovinsky will hold a public conversation on how coastal communities can be more resilient to climate change.
Published
February 16, 2021

Portland’s Wild Seed Project sees wild growth

After six years operating out of its founder's home, the organization is looking for a new site and a new executive director.