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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.
It's been a tough year and local indie shops need your support. Shop early for the holidays at local stores. And if you're a small biz owner, check out the info on Portland Buy Local problem-solving sessions later this month.
ast year, we implored community members to begin thinking about holiday shopping early. “October is the new December,” we said. #BuyLocal
Two candidates campaign for an open seat (vacated by Spencer Thibodeau when he took a job with the Biden admin last month). The election for District 2 City Council is Nov. 2nd.
There are two candidates vying for the open District 2 seat. One is a former councilor and another a newcomer with public policy experience. #WEN
It's thirsty Thursday. Looking for a good wine? Consider starting with these 3 wine lists from local Portland purveyors and endorsed by Master Knight of the Vine Layne V. Witherell.
These three wine lists, in their own way are different styles that reflect their locales yet are perfect for their own distinctly different vibes. #WEN
Celebrate Downtown Worker Appreciation Day tomorrow from 10am - 12pm. The return of a beloved event sponsored by Portland Buy Local and Portland Downtown.
Portland Buy Local in-person events including the annual Indie Biz Awards have been largely on hold. See which events are returning. #WEN #BuyLocal
The Portland Palate's James Fereira is so impressed by a new West End restaurant that he picks up his pen and interviews the owners of Ruby's West End.
A new restaurant, Ruby's West End, impresses James Fereira so much that he had to take up his pen again and interview the owners. #WEN
The rest of Nancy's quest to hike Maine's 4000 footers. Join her as she perseveres (and has a blast) over the course of 20 years of hiking.
Nancy finishes her quest to hike all of Maine's 4000 footers, including trouble at Mount Coe and a solo ascent of Hamlin Peak. #WEN
Mercy Hospital is announcing new features at the Fore River campus as the move from the aging State Street location nears completion. Learn more:
Learn more about Northern Light Mercy Hospital's move to the Fore River Campus, how it will look, and where services will be located. #WEN
Thea Dugas tells her story of placing in a national climate lobby challenge and asks what are you doing?
By Thea Dugas an 11-year-old climate advocate who worked with a team from Maine to win 2nd in a climate lobby challenge. #WEN #ClimateJustice
Climate changes means ever bigger disasters. Be prepared. Pack a "go bag." And find for climate justice. A message from the Portland Climate Action Team.
Disaster preparedness becomes imperative when extreme events blow past all previous experience. Bright Ideas has a few tips to help you prepare.
The US Supreme Court struck down the CDC order to temporary protect tenants from eviction for nonpayment of rent. There is now no restriction on evictions related to the pandemic. However, many Mainers are eligible for Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA). Here are some questions answered by Pine Tree Legal Assitance.
There is rental assistance available to tenants in Maine. Rules were updated in August. Pine Tree Legal Assistance has answers to frequent questions.
Victoria Pelletier, candidate to replace Spencer Thibodeau on Portland City Council, introduces self to district in letter.
Victoria Pelletier writes a letter to the district introducing herself as a candidate for District 2 City Council. #WEN #Election2021
In letter to district Spencer Thibodeau explains he won't be running for reelection. And he endorses a candidate for his replacement.
City Councilor Spencer Thibodeau pens a letter to constituents laying out why he won't be running for reelection this year. #WEN #Election2021
Portland City Councilor Spencer Thibodeau joins several others in announcing he will not seek reelection. Two candidates will campaign for the open seat.
Local Election: District 2 City Council is an open seat with two interested candidates. Also, D2 school board member Emily Figdor runs unopposed.
Looking for ways to enjoy the last weekend in August? Check out the Portland Fine Craft Show this Saturday in downtown Portland!
The Portland Fine Craft Show returns for its sixth season with a juried fine craft show on Saturday, August 28th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. #WEN #MaineCrafts
“There really is something magic about seeing a young woman, who came into our program hopeless and in fear, walk out of our residence confident, full of life, and ready to take on the world... It fills you with hope,” smiles Melissa. Learn more about the McAuley Residence. #WEN #HealthandWellness
The McAuley Residence’s programming is well aligned with the state’s MaineMOM (Maine Maternal Opioid Model) program and offers a holistic approach.
Part 1 of Nancy's 20-year quest to hike all the Maine 4000 footers. Some things just take a little time...
Nancy Dorrans completes a twenty-year quest to hike all fourteen of the Maine 4000 footers. #WEN #AdventureTravel
Waste production has got to get under control if we're to confront climate change, say the Portland Climate Action Team in this month's Bright Ideas column.
Waste production multiplied tenfold over the past century and can be expected to double again by 2025. Households generate almost half. #ClimateJustice
Through policies like border adjustment taxes, European countries will indirectly come after US taxpayers... Unless, of course, we catch up with carbon tax policies of our own. Read more in this month's Citizens' Climate Lobby submission.
A border adjustment tax is used by countries that have a carbon tax, and it is levied against counties that do not, like the US. #WEN #ClimateJustice
New tool from Portland Buy Local connects boomers to local businesses that are looking for workers.
Portland Buy Local partners with other business groups to launch a new job recruitment tool linking local businesses with retired and semi-retired persons.
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