As I round the corner on my first month as Director of Portland Media Center, I want to shine a light on some of the energy buzzing around here. On my second week on the job, Governor Mills dropped by to do a live take with Morning Joe (see associated article with...

Do you want to see a movie in a theater, but don't know where to start or what you might like? Do you look to film critics for recommendations in contemporary films? If so, we have something in store for you: Cut, Print, That's a Review is a new movie review show...

One of PMC’s many offerings is a service called “Video Link”.  We had a delightful surprise on April 14 when Governor Mills visited us in order to use the Video Link to appear on an NBC news show.  Our in-house expert Dino ensured that all of the setup went well, and...

Portland Media Center (PMC) has added an exciting lineup for their spring and summer seasons, spearheaded by seasoned local producers Luigi Scarcelli and Warren Edgar. Having collectively contributed over four years of dynamic, community-focused programming, Scarcelli...

Last month, Angie Guillette and Pat McLellan of Lighthouse Jubilees made a return visit to PMC after their last official show in December 2024, which marked 20 years of performances at PMC's studio. Being not quite ready to give it up (We think they really missed us...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Christine Sullivan Portland Media Center christine@portlandmedia.org (207) 775-2900 https://portlandmedia.org Portland Media Center Names Nate Eldridge as New Executive Director Portland, ME — April 3, 2025 — Portland Media Center (PMC)...

Portland Media Center is proud to welcome Nate Eldridge as its new Executive Director. A seasoned storyteller, community builder, and media professional, Nate brings decades of experience connecting people through the power of narrative. With a background in visual...

On March 6, we held a lively gathering of almost 30 people to network, learn, and introduce our staff and our mission. We discussed volunteer roles and different projects that are in the works or thriving already. Lots of folks took the opportunity to tour the...

Portland’s Mayor Mark Dion was the March guest on Pachios, where he talked about how his background supports him today. From growing up in a two-bedroom apartment in a working-class family of five in Lewiston, to being an altar boy and holding many blue-collar jobs...

Are you a budding creator, eager to work on a TV show crew, or interested in acting? Prolific PMC producer Luigi Scarcelli is excited to premiere The TV Set, a brand-new anthology series featuring half-hour fictional episodes set in the fast-paced world of a TV...

Great news for Portland Media Center (PMC) viewers! You can now watch PMC Channels 2 & 5 live and on-demand from the comfort of your home—or on the go—with our streaming apps. Whether you’re using Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Roku, or an Android mobile device,...

Interested in learning more about the world of studio at the Portland Media Center? You’re in luck! We’re offering Studio Workshops for beginners and aspiring video producers, where we take you over the fundamentals of how to properly set up for, operate, and record...

Reserve your seats and bring a friend. Join us for a special evening dedicated to volunteers and media enthusiasts! A unique opportunity to connect, discover PMC, and meet industry professionals. Don't miss this event!  If you're planning a show, meet folks who want...

Hello everyone out there! My name is Cindy and I have the fun and interesting job of being the station’s Program Coordinator for PMC’s Channel 5 on Spectrum cable which also plays on our website at portlandmedia.org. One of the things I like about my job is that I get...

Poetry enthusiasts gather around! On March 3rd, the beauty and variety of verse will be demonstrated at the Waterville Opera House in the Poetry Out Loud Maine Student Finals! In this 20th Anniversary of the event, contestants from all over the state of Maine will...

Carolyn Fox, the Executive Editor of the Maine Trust for Local News, and Managing Director Stefanie Manning joined Harold for his January episode of Pachios On the News. They talked about how the non-profit trust that they work for has kept alive print media in the...

Interested in learning more about the world of production at the Portland Media Center? You’re in luck! We’re offering Studio Workshops for beginners and aspiring video producers, where we take you over the fundamentals of how to properly set up for, operate, and...

On January 17, the PMC staff and Board threw a Retirement party for Tom Handel.  The event was held at Bruno's restaurant. Many former staff members and friends attended, and we were favored by those who chose to speak about their fond and hilarious memories of Tom...

There are moments in entertainment that don’t just shift the landscape—they redefine it.. Welcome to Friday PM LIVE. This isn’t just a show. It’s an event. A space where unpredictability meets precision, where every second is charged with the energy of the present....

Game Night NOW Luigi Scarcelli has done it again. With a flair for transforming entertainment into unforgettable experiences, he brings a new level of excitement to one of his most dynamic creations: Game Night. Enter Game Night NOW, the next evolution of competitive...