At Monday’s public hearing, enthusiasm was tempered by those that question how the structures, mostly built on trailers, can be considered permanent dwellings.
Life & Culture
Arts, entertainment, food and books news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Portland’s next municipal organist eager to get his hands on the Kotzschmar
James Kennerley, 33, who dreamed about playing on the city’s organ while growing up in England, was named to the position by the City Council on Monday.
Rolling Stone, iconic music magazine, up for sale
The family-owned media company that runs the magazine would be left with no print publication for the first time since 1967.
Backyard Farms resumes production after facility upgrades
The tomato grower had stopped production in August to make improvements under its new owner, Mastronardi Produce.
Well-known candlepin bowling alley to close after 34 years
The owners of Vacationland in Saco say increased competition and changing tastes led to the difficult decision.
Drama ‘Handmaid’s Tale,’ plus ‘Veep’ and ‘SNL,’ capture trophies at Emmys
Julia Louis-Dreyfus is honored for a sixth time for her HBO role as a self-absorbed vice president, tying with Cloris Leachman as the most-winning Emmy performer ever.
Stephen King’s ‘It’ stomps ‘mother!’ at box office
‘It’ is now the highest grossing September release ever.
Richmond ordination ceremony shines light on expanding membership
St. Alexander Nevsky Church welcomed a new priest and a new deacon.
How to find a CSA that’s right for you
The farmers in Maine who produce winter CSAs are a widely varied group, and as a result, they tend to come up with some surprising and innovative ‘crops.’
Maine farms make CSA shares a year-round endeavor
Winter Community Supported Agriculture shares are increasingly popular with young farmers who are pushing the boundaries of four-season agriculture.