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Email notification of Parking bans offered

Did you know the City of Portland offers interested users the ability to obtain email notifications in the event of a parking ban?

Here’s to hoping you can check your email timely to avoid the tow truck.

To receive email notifications, you can request the service via the City of Portland website. Good luck!

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Portland named in Top 10 Cities for Bargain Homes

On a recent airing of the NBC Today Show, Portland, Maine, was acknowledged as one of the Top Ten Cities for Bargain Homes, recognizing our city as one of the safest and most culturally fascinating cities.

The segment went on to point out that Portland people are “friendly, hardworking, hard playing, and have a great cultural life and music scene”.

Other cities recognized included; New Haven, CT,  South Bend, IN,  Akron, OH,  Topeka, KS,  Tucson, AZ,  Minneapolis, MN,  Miami, FL,  Kingston, NY, and Trenton, NJ.

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Rape Aggression Defense Training in Portland

Women of Greater Portland, ages 13 and older, will be offered the opportunity by the Portland Police Department to participate in a Rape Aggression Defense training course this February. The classes will teach women basic self defense skills to help them protect themselves from dangerous situations. The five part class is scheduled for February 2, 4, 9, and 11 from 6 to 9pm, and for February 13 from 8am-12pm, at the Portland Police Department at 109 Middle Street.

A suggested donation of $25 will support the Amy St. Laurent Fund, which sponsors R.A.D. trainings throughout the area. For more information, please call 874-8643, or email ppdrad@portlandmaine.gov.

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Portland in 48 Hours Contest – And the Winner is…

Doug McIntire, a freelance writer from Auburn, Maine is the winner of the “Portland in 48 Hours Contest”, where we asked you what you would do in Portland, Maine, if you only had 48 hours. There were some interesting and clever entries, and here you go with our winner;

My 48 hours in Portland would begin at Deering Oaks Park. There, I would walk among the trees; feeling the crunch of the leaves as they announce my every step. I would bring bread to feed the ducks in the pond; making sure the squawking seagulls get no more than their fare share for time spent at sea. I would wander the perimeter, taking time to glance at the chinks in the asphalt armor of the surrounding streets, revealing glimpses of the cobblestone history below.

From there I would walk to the Old Port, taking time to survey the architecture; both old and new. Here, a nearly forgotten home that had survived the great fire, now tucked between towering buildings. There, a row of shops with Deco designs; frozen in time but still at home in it’s new surroundings.

Once in the Old Port, I would allow the sights, sounds, and smells to flow through my being. I would walk down Commercial Street; smelling the Casco Bay and bathing in that cool comfort only the sea can provide. Couples would walk by in a brisk embrace; joggers, bikers, and dog walkers alike; all with a destination. Pausing by the waterfront, I would take in the beautiful antiquity of the windjammer, Baghera while lobstermen carry on the work of generations before.

Diverting from the waterfront, I would ascent to Brian Boru; it’s red walls commanding from it’s perch above Commercial. Once inside, the dark beams and low ceilings invite the traveler deeper toward the back where Irish music is lilting from tables where musicians gather every week. Pints are cleared, children sit, entranced, and locals relax with the paper as if this is simply an every day occurrence, because for them, it is.

And there, there between my first and third pint is where I would decide. My first 48 hours in Portland is when I would begin my life anew.

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Working on a New and Improved ILovePortlandMaine.com

I thought the rainy day here in Portland would be a great opportunity to transition the old page at http://iloveportlandmaine.wordpress.com over to http://www.ILovePortlandMaine.com officially, however, we’re still experiencing some technical / programming issues.

Please bear with us, as we hope http://www.ILovePortlandMaine.com will feature all of the articles and posts you are used to and much more in the weeks to come.

Thank you again for your continued support.

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Portland, Maine – Healthy City for Women

Congratulations ladies of metro Portland, Maine,…as SELF.com has ranked Portland as the 3rd Healthiest Place for Women in its annual list of the Top 100 healthy places for women.

See the article announced by MSNBC.com and The Top 10 Healthiest Places for Women List

What SELF.com is saying about Portland, Maine…

“You can work downtown, hop on a bike at lunch and quickly be in a wooded area by a stream,” enthuses Heather Chandler, 38, publisher of the Sunrise Guide, a book of green-living tips for southern Maine. The area (including South Portland and Biddeford) posts primo scores for water and air quality and has nearly 70 percent more green buildings than the average. The state gives a green stamp of approval to eco-aware hotels and restaurants so customers can seek them out. (courtesy of SELF.com)

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Contest for You – "Portland in 48 Hours…"

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You asked to be more involved,…so now we’re turning to you and creating a contest out of it for everyone!!! You could win Fifty Dollars!

At ILovePortlandMaine.com, we want to know….

“If You had only 48 hours in Portland, Maine…

What would you do?”


To enter, all you need to do is send us your response to the above question, in 300 words or less, and let us know what you would do, or where you would go, and why. Be creative. Be original.

Three winners will be selected….

One (1) Grand Prize winner will be selected based on a combination of originality, creativeness, and the overall story, and will receive one $50 gift certificate of their choice.

Two (2) additional winners will be selected at random from all eligible entries received to each win one $20 gift certificate to the restaurant of their choice.

The Rules:

  • Entries must be received via email to JeffMateja@hotmail.com no later than midnight (12am EST) on December 18, 2009, to be eligible. Please write “Portland In 48 Hours” in the subject of the email. Thank you.
  • Entries must include; Name, age, address, and phone to best reach you.
  • Entrants must be 18 years of age or older to win.Entries can be mailed as well to: Jeff Mateja, 50 Sewall Street, 2nd Floor, Portland, ME 04102
  • Entries should not exceed 300 words.
  • Only one entry per person.
  • All entries become the rights of ILovePortlandMaine.com and may be reprinted here on ILovePortlandMaine.com
  • Winners will be notified by December 20, 2009.

Best of luck to everyone! We look forward to seeing your responses.

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Halloween Zombie Hash – Gritty's

Zombie softball….Zombie ball….now this!! Sounds like a lot of fun…

Halloween Zombie Hash – Gritty McDuff’s, 396 Fore St. Portland
2:30pm – 5:30pm Saturday, October 31, 2009
Over run the Old Port with Zombies! Us Zombies usually end up lost and meandering around aimlessly through town so why not dress as zombies for this hash!? It ought to provoke some good reactions. Start stockpiling fake blood now. Meet at Gritty’s on Fore Street at 2:30pm with your best Zombie attire. Be ready to run through the Old Port for a short while before ending up at another local watering hole. Best part…it’s free!

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Back Bay Grill – 65 Portland St., Portland

The atmosphere and customer service of Back Bay Grill were outstanding during our recent visit to the highly acclaimed restaurant tucked away nicely at the corner of Portland and Parris Street. I knew when I booked reservations for myself and my fiancee (to celebrate her birthday), that the dining experience would be a special one to remember, as the hostess that afternoon asked if we were joining them for a special occasion that evening.

We opted to try the Crab Cakes and Hearts of Romaine for starters, which were delightful and kept us on the edge of our seats anxious for the main courses to be delivered. She decided on the Flat Iron Steak, while I selected the Sauteed Duck Breast, as I had heard great reviews. The quality and presentation were wonderful and we found ourselves eating more slowly to relish each and every bite. Luckily we saved room for dessert, as creme brulee and chocolate cake with peppermint ice cream were on our minds to wrap up a wonderful dinner, and we left quite full. I enjoyed watching one of the cooks carefully prepare the creme brulee which was very delightful, and I would highly recommend.

While old-fashioned customer service and satisfaction are the focal point of the staff at Back Bay Grill, the restaurant is also recognized for its fine wine currently featuring 10 pages to select from all over the world. Reservations are recommended.

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