CITY OF PORTLAND

Advertisement
Jan 24 2026OPINION

Portland, Maine: A City of Contrasts and Compassion

Portland, Maine, is a city known for its warmth and welcoming nature, but it's also a place where people are standing up for their neighbors. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents might find the city's atmosphere a bit chilly, as many residents are not happy about their presence. The cit

reading time less than a minute
Jan 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Offshore Wind Farms: Mapping the Seafloor for a Greener Future

Offshore wind farms are a big deal in the fight against climate change. They offer a clean way to generate electricity, reducing the need for fossil fuels. Brazil, with its vast coastline, has a lot of potential in this area. But setting up these wind farms isn't easy. The seafloor is a complex plac

reading time less than a minute
Jan 06 2026ENVIRONMENT

Offshore Wind Farms: Are Whales Paying the Price?

Offshore wind projects are booming, but at what cost to marine life? A group called Save Long Beach Island (Save LBI) thinks these projects are causing more harm to whales and dolphins than anyone realizes. They say the loud noises from building and running wind farms can mess up these animals' hear

reading time less than a minute
Jan 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Portland Takes a Stand: New Fee for Big Venues to Boost Local Arts

Portland has just made a big move to support local arts. The City Council voted to make large entertainment venues chip in a small portion of their ticket sales. This money will go into a special fund to help out local artists and small venues. The new rule applies to places that can hold over 2, 0

reading time less than a minute
Dec 28 2025WEATHER

Portland's Weather: From Rain to Shine

Portland has been soaked by rain and snow for weeks. But now, the weather is about to change. The heavy downpours are expected to stop soon. This means the holiday season's wetness is finally winding down. People in Portland can look forward to a drier week ahead. The rain and snow that have been a

reading time less than a minute
Dec 27 2025OPINION

Portland's Needle Exchange Dilemma: Fear vs. Public Health

Portland is at a crossroads. The mayor is thinking about changing the city's needle exchange policy. This policy gives out clean needles to people who use drugs. The idea is to stop the spread of diseases like HIV and hepatitis C. But some people are upset about finding used needles in public places

reading time less than a minute
Dec 22 2025BUSINESS

Portland's Housing Crisis: Can Affordable Living Be Fixed?

Portland is facing a big problem with affordable housing. Many people are struggling to find a place to live that they can afford. Ambrose Haynes is one of them. He spent months waiting for help, but it never came. He wanted to live in a place where the rent was not too high, but he couldn't find on

reading time less than a minute
Dec 12 2025SCIENCE

Ancient Underwater Secrets Revealed Off France's Coast

Off the coast of Brittany, France, a team of divers stumbled upon something extraordinary. They found a massive wall, hidden underwater for thousands of years. This wall is not just old; it's ancient, dating back to around 5, 800 to 5, 300 BC. That's right, we're talking about a time when people wer

reading time less than a minute
Dec 03 2025OPINION

Portland's Safety Boost: Using Green Funds for Community Protection

Portland is growing, but its police force isn't keeping up. With fewer officers than in 1993, response times have doubled. This isn't just about numbers; it's about trust. When people call 911, they expect help to arrive quickly. But with only 809 sworn officers, Portland ranks near the bottom among

reading time less than a minute
Nov 22 2025OPINION

How Smart Cars and Streets Can Tame Speeding

Portland has a speeding problem. But instead of relying on cops to enforce speed limits, some people think smart engineering could be the answer. Imagine driving a car that automatically adjusts its speed to stay within the limit. That's what adaptive cruise control does. It keeps a safe distance fr

reading time less than a minute