One of my favorite programs that Portland Downtown manages is our summer cadet program. In collaboration with the City of Portland’s Police Department, we are able to hire four seasonal cadets to patrol downtown, in order to provide an added level of safety for visitors, residents, and businesses. Read more
Portland Downtown is joining forces with FEMA and the Emergency Management Office of the City of Portland and Cumberland County to encourage as many individuals as possible to sign up for CodeRED. CodeRED is the emergency alert system used by County and City officials in the event of emergencies. Examples of why CodeRED may be used include:
The creativity and personality of our downtown shops are on full display this summer, thanks to some truly spectacular window displays! Ten businesses participated in our 1st annual Summer Window Display Contest: a fun & friendly competition designed to delight customers, showcase fabulous merchandise, and reflect the character of our one-of-a-kind shops & boutiques. Read more
Portland, Maine – Portland Downtown will be launching “green & clean” initiatives for Summer Kickoff Weekend, which is scheduled for June 9th – June 11th and includes the Old Port Festival. The goal of the initiatives is to limit exposure to second hand smoke, and reduce the carbon footprint of the festival. Portland Downtown’s
Portland Downtown’s mission is to maintain a clean and safe downtown while building and promoting a vibrant business, residential, and tourism destination. Our board and staff take this mission seriously. More than 40% of our annual budget is spent keeping downtown clean and safe, through a variety of programs and services. With springtime comes spring
Our annual Downtown Worker Appreciation Day is Thursday, May 4th! This cherished community event is our way of saying “thank you” to all of the people who make our downtown an awesome place to live, work, and play. You make Portland fun, vibrant, and unique – let’s celebrate! Read more
It’s one thing to have a big idea, but to bring an idea to fruition through nimble execution is a thing of beauty. At Portland Downtown, we employ strategic thinking and heartfelt planning to ensure that our mission is visible and makes an impact 24/7/365. So, what is our mission? Read more
You’ve probably heard the name “Portland Downtown,” but have also wondered exactly who we are and what we do. You may be familiar with our big community events like the Old Port Festival and Merry Madness, but did you know that Portland Downtown works year-round to keep downtown clean and safe? Did you know
PORTLAND, Maine — Today Portland Downtown and Machias Savings Bank presented a check to the Milestone Foundation in the amount of $8,000.00. The funds were raised through Shop for a Cause Day, a community fundraiser that took place November 26th. Shop for a Cause Day, organized by Portland Downtown, is an annual event that encourages
Downtown Portland is filled with holiday spirit thanks to some truly gorgeous window displays. This year, 50 businesses participated in a fun contest designed to delight shoppers and showcase fabulous merchandise in spectacular fashion! Read more