This peaceful park saw the start of a bloody massacre September 25, 2017Historybattle, bloody, bridge, duck pond, fight, maine, park, portland, ravine, this week in portland history, trees oaks, war By Troy R. Bennett The 40-odd acre, oaken oasis wasn’t always so quiet. It’s the site of the Battle of Deering Oaks.
Percival Baxter’s generosity started at home in Portland March 20, 2017Historygift, give away, green belt, park, philanthropist, this week in portland history By Troy R. Bennett Percival’s father presented the Portland with its first public library.
The animals of Deering Oaks Park, in photos August 15, 2016Newscamera, maine, park, portland, squirrel By Troy R. Bennett Take a stroll through the park. Keep your eyes open and you’ll see the city critters, too.