Peter Flanagan, a past president of the Camera Club and a retired veterinarian, says patience pays when taking photos of ...

On Saturday, May 3, Portland will come alive with the annual 503 Day celebration. The event features a block party at Ankeny Alley in downtown Portland, complete with live music, food trucks, and a ...

A slice of the American South visited Portland this weekend with several Kentucky Derby viewings around town. After horses, ...

Superhero lovers, manga nerds and more celebrated Free Comic Book Day at stores across the country – including right here in ...

The Hearts of Pine on Sunday will play their first game at Fitzpatrick Stadium, the official home for the expansion USL League One team. The club's management has invested over $2.5 million in ...

Scurrying to work, an afternoon stroll, a night out — whatever the occasion may be, a walk through Maine is often a walk through history. On Saturday, more than 50 free walking tours highlighted the ...

May Day is meant to honor labor, but activists in Maine and across the US said much of their message was about fighting back ...

Star Wars Day is the informal holiday that honors George Lucas’ ever expanding cinematic universe. Observed annually on May 4 ...

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Protests against President Donald Trump and his policies largely dominated May Day rallies in downtown Portland on Thursday, ...

May 1, the day traditionally focused on labor and immigrant rights, merged with protests against the Trump administration.

Portland is packed with music, markets, and culture this weekend—from Cinco de Mayo festivities to cider tastings, crafts, ...