Features
No Place Like SoPo
While the art scene in Portland gets all the publicity, a surprising number of top Maine artists insist there’s no place like SoPo. Image subjects: Joseph Nicoletti in studio next to easel Brett Bigbee and family at swing under tree ceramicists at the Sawyer Street Studio Anne Haris and husband Paul
- By: Edgar Allen Beem
- Photography by: Jeffrey Stevensen
Ground Zero for Maine Shoppers
Although from the air it looks like it’s been leveled, the Maine Mall is the one spot in the state that virtually every Mainer visits. Ever wonder how this former pig farm transformed itself into the retail center of Maine? Image subjects: Maine Mall from the sky Location: South Portland
- By: Jeff Clark
- Photography by: Richard Sandifer
Smokin’
What the oil tanker sitting off Spring Point Marina indicates is just how healthy and busy the port of South Portland is today. Image subjects: Spring Point Marina and oil tanker Location: South Portland
- Photography by: Randy Ury
It’s Really Two Cities
South Portland presents the motorist with challenges unmatched anywhere else in Maine. Image subjects: map of South Portland
- By: Ralph P. Stuart
- Photography by: Chris Van Dusen
The Other Side of Town
South Portland effectively hides its native Maine beauty from casual visitors, but locals know where to look. Image subjects: Portland Head Light Mill Creek Park Spring Point Ledge Light Willard Beach Location: South Portland
- Photography by: Richard Sandifer
Maine’s Most Invisible City
Lots of people go to South Portland, but few of them actually know South Portland, the state’s fifth-largest city. Image subjects: beach and children playing on jungle gym on the sand. Location: South Portland
- By: Silvio Calabi
- Photography by: Richard Sandifer
Good Neighbors
Ask around and more than a few residents will tell you it’s the sense of community – not the mall, not the office parks – that makes life so comfortable in Maine’s most invisible city. Image subjects: Tim O’Neil standing of rocky shore Location: South Portland
- Photography by: Richard Sandifer
The Jetport Effect
Modern airports spawn economic development, but in this case, which city is the winner? Image subjects: interior of airport (jetport) front of terminals at jetport plane taking off from jetport Location: South Portland, Portland
- By: Patrick Morris
- Photography by: Jeffrey Stevensen
Maine Goes to War
Almost overnight South Portland turned an old waterfront neighborhood into one of the largest shipyards in America. Location: South Portland
Departments
Daddy of the Mall
Who dreamed up the idea for revamping South Portland? Image subjects: chain links laid side by side. Location: South Portland
- By: Ed Carroll
- Photography by: Lisa Mossel Vietze
Elvis Slept Here
At the Sheraton actually, and he left his mark. Location: South Portland
Ghost of Eddie Griffin
A landmark downtown club is quieter now. Location: South Portland
- By: Silvio Calabi
Shipyards and Streetcars
A venerable social studies teacher remembers it all. Location: South Portland
Bugaboo Follies
Mainers don’t swallow everything at franchise eateries. Location: South Portland
Portland vs. South Portland
For those who can’t tell Portland from South Portland, here are some distinguishing characteristics. Location: Portland, South Portland
Star Search
What’s in a name, a very glamorous name? Image subjects: star search – Elizabeth Taylor Lane sign surrounded by cartoon animals Location: South Portland
- Photography by: Michael Ricci
A School That Delivers
By responding to community needs almost instantly, Southern Maine Technical College has prospered. Image subjects: Peter A. McKernan Hospitality Center Location: South Portland
- By: Jeff Clark
- Photography by: Nance Trueworthy
Saving Cumston Hall
More work than noted in article is needed to restore Monmouth’s Cumston Hall.
- By: Kevin P. Doering
Thanking Mr. B
Remembering Mr. Bookataub from Freeport High School.
- By: Sue Devine
Historic Harbor
The Portland Harbor Museum offers history inside and remarkable views outside. Location: South Portland
- By: Andrew Vietze
The New Center
South Portland has civic mindedness. Location: South Portland
- By: Andrew Vietze
Eating Well in SoPo
While Portland restaurants abound, locals know there are treats to be found across the bridge. Image subjects: Chef Randy Macomber at Joe’s Boathouse (inside restaurant) Location: South Portland
- By: Paul Doiron
- Photography by: Randy Ury