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Daily editionWednesday, January 1st, 2025

Good morning, Portland.

The Daily Portland Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.

Environment

  1. Solar storms may enable viewing of the northern lights across several northern U.S states including Maine during New Year's Eve celebrations.

    Portland Press HeraldRead more

Government

  1. Starting May 7, 2025, Mainers will need a REAL ID or valid passport for domestic flights and to access federal facilities, with the option to obtain one through local BMV offices.

    FOX23Read more

Lifestyle

  1. NXGen Fitness Center opened a new location in Portland, offering tips for New Year's fitness resolutions.

    WGMERead more

Accidents

  1. One person died in Falmouth after their vehicle struck a traffic light pole and caught fire, with icy conditions as a possible factor.

    Portland Press HeraldRead more