Team of developers buys Portland’s old Mercy Hospital for future housing

Northern Light Mercy Hospital will continue to operate at 144 State St. over the next 2 years, while the developers work on a detailed plan.

Portland tax preparer sentenced to prison for filing false returns

Ashraf Eldeknawey pleaded guilty last year to helping prepare and file 11 false tax returns.

Journalism scholarships available to Maine students

The Guy P. Gannett Journalism Scholarship Fund and the Agnes Freyer Gibbs Scholarship Fund application deadline is April 1.

Concord Coach reconsiders policy allowing immigration checks

The internal review comes after Greyhound, the country's largest bus line, said it will no longer allow Border Patrol agents to conduct immigration checks on its buses.

Veterans Creative Arts Festival set for Feb. 26

Heroes Honor Ball raises $710 for Veterans Administration Volunteer Services at the Togus facility.

Portland leaders cautious as they review complex proposal for eastern waterfront

It includes a request for a 20-year property tax break worth an estimated $127.8 million to help finance the redevelopment of the former Portland Co. railroad factory.

Dine Out Maine: At CBG, the name hasn’t changed, but it’s a wholly new restaurant

Fried snacks, well-mixed cocktails and the cheeseburger are all excellent bets on the imaginative, eclectic menu.

Palaver Strings seeks proposals for visual artist

Friday, a Portland tech startup, receives $450,000 investment

The company develops communication software for teams of remote workers to share their work and stay connected.

Dine Out Maine: At Back Bay Grill, the food is still stellar, along with the service

Four decades in, the dining room could use an update, but the excellent food makes up for any decorative shortcomings.