News
Rapid transit study gives riders in greater Portland something to hope...
Access to rapid transit in the future could become increasingly likely for Gorham, Westbrook and Portland as officials discuss a speedy transportation corridor that...
Arts & Living
Into the Wild: Maine’s next official state wildlife
Our representatives in Augusta finally got around to doing something worthwhile this session: establishing an official state butterfly. The idea came from a classroom...
Leftovers: Mellie’s grand adventure
The elderly and infirm willingly speak of things they regret. Many say they regret not spending more time with loved ones, not exchanging grudges...
Viewpoint
Politics & Other Mistakes: The new Golden normal
Democratic 1st District U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree is not a normal person. If you analyzed her DNA, it would show distinct signs she’s a...
Editorial: The Phoenix says goodbye
It was easy to have a sense of optimism in the spring of 2019. It was a different time, when former Forecaster publisher Karen...
The Universal Notebook: Maine slips south
Driving into Portland last week I was struck by how the traffic was clogging I-95 for no other reason than too many cars. When...
Unpacking the Sausage: Netflix sans chill
In a masochistic attempt to stay informed about current events, I was hate-listening to NPR on the way to work when I heard a...