Despite efforts to save “Larry the Lobster”- the 15 pound crustacean who has been making national headlines this week- the animal died en route on his way from the Florida restaurant where he became famous to the Maine State Aquarium in Boothbay Harbor. The story is confusing for a few reasons. For one thing, there […]
There’s been a lot of criticism surrounding the Portland Police Department lately, but the Maine Homeless Veteran’s Alliance wants to give people a chance to show their support for our boys in blue. Today on the corner of Marginal Way and Forest Avenue- right next to the baseball field at the Deering Oaks Park- the […]
In my years on the lobster boat in the Gulf of Maine, I was fortunate to have an extremely knowledgeable and cautious Captain. He knew when to turn around and head for shore, he knew how to handle himself and his boat when we encountered dangerous seas, and he knew how to respond when others […]
“Tear gas them all.” “Black Lives Matter is all about finding excuses to murder cops.” “That whole group is made up of rotten apples. Well, that and whiny asses.” “If you don’t want to get shot by the police, stay out of trouble you idiots!!” These are just a small sampling of responses to last […]
It has long been theorized that Maine’s iconic crustaceans do not die at the hands of Father Time, and that the only ways that they’re mysterious lives come to an end is if they’re caught by lobstermen, killed by predators, or from disease. Thanks to new and improving research, though, that theory might finally be […]
Ryan Adams is an incredibly talented artist from Maine with a growing resume and reputation for his work. He’s a lifelong Portlander, a loyal friend, a loving husband and son, and an expectant father. He’s also black. Having known Adams since high school, I can recollect numerous times throughout the years when he’s put himself out […]
On Wednesday the Portland Police Department made an unusual post on their Facebook page, jokingly describing an unfortunate surprise for Officer Alissa Poisson after she was hit by the droppings of a passing bird. In less than a day the post has received thousands of views and shares on social media, but the “duck of […]
Every so often I receive press releases from various groups in my email inbox. I’m not always sure how or why I’m included in most of the email lists, and I almost always ignore them. However, this evening I received a release from a an advocacy group that’s near and dear to my heart, The […]
On his weekly podcast from June 8, world famous comedian Bill Burr went into detail about his love for the state of Maine and the city of Portland, giving shout outs to the Piscataqua River Bridge, the old Comedy Connection in Portland, and southern Maine in general. “I hope they realize how lucky they are,” he […]
Citing “The actions by Rep. Russell and her campaign” and his belief that “Portland deserves a Senator who bring out the best of our city,” State Senator Justin Alfond endorsed State Rep. Ben Chipman today for the District 27 seat that he will vacate next year. Chipman and Russell- along with Dr. Chuck Radis- are […]
