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Nancy Dorrans is getting out to enjoy March in Maine! And looking ahead to spring travel dreams...
After a few “coldest days of the year" followed by temps in the 50’s, we're left asking what will March bring next? The lion, lamb, or abear?
Here's a Bright Idea: Use permaculture to reduce emissions and save resources. Brought to you by volunteers at Portland Climate Action Team!
Bright Idea: Use permaculture to save resources and cut emissions. Brought to you by the volunteers of the Portland Climate Action Team. #WEN
Layne is smitten with Ruby's West End after a 5-course dinner with wine pairing.
"Ruby’s West End restaurant at 64 Pine Street sparkles and shines like a gem." Layne's glowing take on Valentine's Day dinner and wine. #WEN
Ocean swimming in winter with Jeannette Strickland and friends! Interview by Liz Trice for the March print edition.
Liz catches up with Jeannette Strickland, longtime Portland Aquatics lifeguard and swim coach, and her friends on ocean swimming in winter.
Nancy travels with her 88-year-old father to Costa Maya via cruise ship... one of his travel dreams.
Nancy Dorrans helps her 88-year-old father follow one of his travel dreams aboard the Celebrity Summit to Costa Maya. #WEN
Can't decide on a wine for Valentine's? Why not choose all and blend them? You might be surprised by how good the results could be... Master Knight of the Vine Layne V. Witherell discusses what he calls "Mendo blendo," and he highly recommends trying it... with a little guidance, perhaps.
Elevage is a very French way of saying “Mendo Blendo,” and blending is something you can do at home. Here's a couple wines to try. #WEN #Food&Drink
Should we limit new construction to mitigate climate change? The Portland (ME) Climate Action Team shares some Bright Ideas. From the Climate Justice pages of the February print edition. Thank you for reading!
Limit new construction and use what’s already there. Portland Climate Action Team has some Bright Ideas to share.
Dr. Julia Lockwood of Yarmouth, a volunteer with Portland Citizens' Climate Lobby, looks at the health impacts we can expect from climate change. But there is something we can do.
Dr. Julia Lockwood a general pediatrician from Yarmouth looks at the health impacts her young patients may face due to the climate crisis.
Here's Matt Power's detailed analysis of solar power rewards and pitfalls after almost 5 years of generating solar energy in the West End. From the February print edition Climate Justice section. Thank you for reading!
Here's my detailed analysis after almost 5 years of generating solar power from the roof of my West End building. By Matt Power
Nancy and her family take a break from tradition and confront motion sickness... to go on a holiday cruise. Sometimes changes don't have to be big to feel heroic!
Changing things up for the holidays, Nancy and her family go on a Christmas cruise. It might not seem like a big change, but it's a start.
The community room at Reiche is open again and adding new events on Monday's... including SpeeDebating! Plus a note on getting around safely this winter. Let's all look out for each other and be safe as you head over to the Reiche community room!
Although we’ve had to make some changes at the Reiche Community Room due to Covid, we’ve added a new offering: SpeeDebating. #WEN
Greta Holmes is a cross country skier and local high schooler. She worries that future generations will not experience winter in Maine like we do, not after climate change. From the Climate Justice page of the January print edition. Thank you for reading!
A local high school cross country skier Greta Holmes is concerned that climate change will ruin winter sports for future generations in Maine.
City looks for resident feedback. Part of its Recode Portland effort - a comprehensive look at city land use and zoning codes. A consulting firm evaluated Portland's land use code, and you can view the evaluation and offer feedback. Read more about it...
The City of Portland released a detailed review of the City’s land use code as part of ReCode Portland and is looking for feedback from you.
Northern Light Mercy Hospital will open its new emergency department Fore River on January 4, 2022. The existing emergency department at 144 State Street will close the same day.
Northern Light Mercy Hospital will open its new emergency department at 175 Fore River Parkway in Portland on January 4, 2022.
Every day is a little brighter... World travel may be up in the air this winter, but you can plan your future adventures. Nancy has the lead on international experts on famous destinations.
Brighter days are ahead for worldwide travel. Nancy shares access to international presenters on world famous destinations to help you plan.
Rosanne asks as all to consider that peace and goodwill begin at home... and shares a fun and furry tale to brighten your holidays of Chipchan the West End Chipmunk.
Rosanne Graef shares what the West End's Chipchan the Chipmunk can teach us about finding peace this holiday season. #WEN #LaVidaLocal
Looking for ideas for a wine enthusiast on your list? Layne has the skinny on local gifts, favorite wines and where to find the hippest glasses and decanters. #winelover #winelovergift
Master Knight of the Vine Layne V. Witherell shares local faves for the wine lover in your life in this holiday wine gift guide. #WEN
Susana Hancock writes down her thoughts as she travels from COP26 to the UN to speak on the climate crisis. From the Climate Justice page of the December edition.
I'm on the train from Glasgow to Geneva, from COP26 to the UN, where I am expected to speak on the deepening climate crisis. #ClimateJustice
Check out the December print edition and find a copy of the Buy Local gift guide inside. Hurry while supplies last! And here's an article with some local gift shopping tips!
more than supporting your neighbor’s dream and livelihood—you’re strengthening our whole community. So here are a few shop local tips.
If these South African wines peak your taste buds, why not check out the live version of Layne's Wine Gig... tomorrow (Thurs.) evening, 5pm, at Blue.
Let’s look at a recent gig: "South African Wines." I knew this was going to be tough! Layne's Wine Gig explores South African Wines. #WEN
Northern Light Mercy presents information on boosters and mix-and-match vaccination. From the Health & Wellness section of the November print edition. Thank you for reading community news!
The CDC recently approved Moderna and Johnson & Johnson boosters as well as mix-and-match vaccination. #WEN
Balance encompasses many aspects of our lives… Here's a trail tale from Nancy Dorrans trying to escape Mount Isolation.
Here is a true story of a hike up, down, and out of Mount Isolation on Saturday, September 28th, 2002. #WEN #AdventureTravel #NH
Readers take a journey through the mind of our very own Master Knight of the Vine prepping for and delivering a wine "improvisation"... and along the way learn a lot about unique South African wines.
Let’s look at a recent gig: "South African Wines." I knew this was going to be tough! Layne's Wine Gig explores South African Wines. #WEN
Tune in today to Maine Public’s Maine Calling at 11 a.m. to hear Portland Buy Local's Mary Alice Scott discuss the Buy Local Gift Guide.
November brings lots of memories and traditions. For Portland Buy Local, November brings a perennial favorite: our Holiday Gift Guide.
After ranked choice voting rounds, drawing lots, a challenge, and a two-day long recount, Roberto Rodriguez is declared the winner of Portland's at-large city council race.
Following a recount, Roberto Rodriguez has been declared the winner of the At-Large City Council race. #WEN #CityNews
The latest from Rosanne Graef's La Vida Local... a look underground and what stirs, perhaps a bit too much, underneath Portlanders' feet.
If you've never thought about what's underground in Portland, and the heaving, settling, and heavy trucks, then now’s as good a time as any.
Citizen participation can look like this: Young CCL volunteers lobbying Sen. Collins. But sometimes it can be effective even if it's just a 30 second phone. call. Some thoughts from Portland Citizens' Climate Lobby volunteer Annie Antonacos.
A healthy democracy needs citizen participation. Voting, yes. But also talking with elected officials. Something that takes about 30 seconds.
Victoria Pelletier defeats Jon Hinck for District 2 City Council. Also, in a once in a lifetime occurence, at-large race ends in a tie. The City Clerk will draw lots tomorrow to choose a winner. Serisously! This and other results in Portland - https://thewestendnews.com/victoria-pelletier-wins-d2-at-large-race-ends-in-actual-tie/
Victoria Pelletier wins District 2 seat defeating Jon Hinck. At-large seat will be determined by drawing lots after an actual tie. #WEN
This reader is exhausted with the tree removals they've witnessed and have something to say to the City and neighbors who are cutting down trees.
A letter to the editor from a West End neighbor who is concerned about the City and private landowners cutting down trees. #WEN
Learn about the Blessing Box bustier and take a break with La Vida Local's HUMOROUS Notes on West End Life. #WEN
This month’s La Vida Local brings you some humorous moments of West End life, such as the Blessing Box Bustier. -By Rosanne Graef #WEN
A vibrant, fair, and regenerative future is still possible if enough of us change our minds and do something. But half measures won't suffice. The latest Bright Ideas from the Portland Climate Action Team.
A vibrant and regenerative future is still possible if enough of us change our minds and do something. -By Portland Climate Action Team #WEN #ClimateJustice
Digital mammography did not exist 25 years ago, and the human genome was still a mystery... Dr. Suzanne Hoekstra reflects on changes in breast care after 25 years of practice in southern Maine. https://thewestendnews.com/breast-cancer-much-has-changed-in-25-years/
By Suzanne Hoekstra, MD, FACS I am a breast surgeon at Northern Light Mercy Breast Care, which was first established in 1996. Over the years, I have seen advances in breast health that have helped save many lives. October is Breast Care Awareness month, and this year it happens to coincide with my m...
Interested in Portland's political future? Then you've got to know what's happening with the Charter Commission. Luckily, the LWV Portland Charter Commission Research Team has the low down for you! Learn more from volunteer Valerie Kelly. https://thewestendnews.com/valerie-kelly-volunteer-with-the-portland-charter-commission-research-team/
PelotonLabs co-founder Liz Trice interviews Valerie Kelly, who is leading the LWV Portland Charter Commission Research Team. #PelotonPosts
A lot has changed in breast care since the 1990s. In honor of breast care awareness month, Dr. Suzanne Hoekstra of Northern Light Mercy Breast Care discusses changes she's seen in 25 years of practice. https://thewestendnews.com/breast-cancer-much-has-changed-in-25-years/
By Suzanne Hoekstra, MD, FACS I am a breast surgeon at Northern Light Mercy Breast Care, which was first established in 1996. Over the years, I have seen advances in breast health that have helped save many lives. October is Breast Care Awareness month, and this year it happens to coincide with my m...
From an actual job description in the real wine biz:
"Helicopter observer occasionally to prevent potential intruders. Can make citizen’s arrest of intruders. Removal of dangerous animals (inc. feral pigs). Provides transportation of family and guests… Assists with the care of family pets as needed… "
Layne Witherell takes readers on an insider look at jobs the real wine business.
As a reporter and not a rep, I decided to do a little digging, to pull the curtain aside and look at people’s roles in the REAL wine business.
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