Long Island is one of just 15 Maine islands with year-round residents and businesses. Long Island is a 45-minute ferry ride from Portland. Among the inhabited Casco Bay Islands, Long is one of two that are incorporated as their own towns. With essential businesses located at the town landing, Long Island is a charming small town where you can kick back and relax, while finding comfort in being part of a caring community.
Uncategorized
Posted inTimes Record, Uncategorized
Freeport considers blocking a part of Main Street to allow more outdoor space for businesses, pedestrians
If approved, Main Street would close to traffic from Howard Place by The Lobster Cooker and Pub, to Bow Street, or Linda Bean’s Maine Kitchen and Topside Tavern, from 8 a.m. Saturday to 8 p.m. Sunday through Labor Day.
advertisement
Posted inLocal & State, News, Uncategorized
Maine Family Planning weighs appeal in lawsuit over federal ‘gag rule’
A federal judge last week dismissed the nonprofit’s legal challenge of a Trump administration rule that puts new restrictions on abortion providers that receive Title X family planning grants.
Posted inLocal & State, Uncategorized
South Portland may launch human rights panel with money cut from police budget
The proposal, developed with support from the police chief, is the first known effort in Maine to redirect police funding to address systemic racism.
Posted inNation & World, Uncategorized
The Latest: Floyd’s neck was pinned by officer for 7 minutes, 46 seconds, prosecutors acknowledge
The latest on protests around the world against racism and police brutality. MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota prosecutors acknowledged Wednesday that a police officer had his knee on George Floyd’s neck for 7 minutes, 46 seconds – not the 8:46 that has become a global symbol of police brutality. The initial complaint alleges Derek Chauvin “had his […]
Posted inLocal & State, News, Uncategorized
Mental health, Riverview officials criticize Cumberland County pepper spray incident
A patient being transported from Cumberland County Jail to Riverview Psychiatric Center was pepper sprayed, and the spray was not properly washed off prior to arrival at Riverview, officials said.
Posted inSports, Uncategorized
Sabres change course, fire GM Botterill after 3 seasons
Buffalo fires Jason Botterill in a dramatic change-of-course three weeks after co-owner Kim Pegula said his job was secure.
Posted inNation & World, Uncategorized
The Latest: White House steps up effort to downplay coronavirus concerns
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic around the U.S. and the world. NEW YORK — President Trump has long been fond of crafting his own version of the facts. But when he said “if we stop testing right now we’d have very few cases” of coronavirus, he may have written a new line of attack […]
Posted inNation & World, Uncategorized
US retail sales up a record 17.7% for month, but still down 6 points for year
U.S. retail sales jumped by a record 17.7% from April to May, with spending partially rebounding after the coronavirus had shut down businesses, flattened the economy and paralyzed consumers during the previous two months
Posted inNews, Schools and Education, Uncategorized
Maine private colleges start to release details for return to campus
The plans include schedule changes, masking requirements, and an end to self-serve dining options.