As us craft beer lovers are gearing up for another full day of sampling local and regional craft brews, it occurred to me while coming across some old pictures that Portland On Tap officially turns 10 this year.
The Trump administration has rolled back protections for sensitive areas like schools and churches, allowing immigration agents to make arrests in these locations.
Maine's only Cracker Barrel location closes
This time five years ago, Portland was gearing up for a new winter festival modeled after Quebec City's famed Carnaval featuring parties, ice sculptures and outdoor sports, and the organizer was bullish on its prospects.
Dry Dock on Commercial Street in Portland is getting new life this year and that includes a top Maine chef. The mainstay restaurant, which opened in 1983 and has been closed for the last five years, was leased last fall by the Luke’s Lobster team who announced plans to renovate and reopen this summer.
The average Maine home went for a record $390,200 in 2024, but the year also saw sales increasing after years of declines.
SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine — Cracker Barrel, known for its comforting Southern-style food and rustic atmosphere, has permanently closed its South Portland restaurant, the only location in Maine. The decision comes after the company struggled to recover from the pandemic’s impact, leaving approximately 60 employees without jobs.
New numbers from the Maine Department of Public Safety show there were 35 recorded homicides in Maine in 2024.
The Maine Gun Safety Coalition says it collected more than 80,000 signatures for a bill that would allow family members to petition a judge to remove a loved one's guns if they're considered dangerous.
In 2000, residents of the Portland area had to wait until January 16th for the first inch of snow marked as the latest first inch of snow on record. Also read: Maine to experience brief warm-up before arctic chill returns midweek Residents in 1945 hold the record for the latest last inch of snow,
Nominees include Taj in South Portland and The Abbey in Brunswick, while 3 cooks are nominated in the Best Chef: Northeast category.
For three days only, a mysterious Edgar Allen Poe themed speakeasy will operate with signature drinks and storytelling in Portland, Maine