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Saturday, April 11th, 2026
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Portland Harbor Common is under construction following a groundbreaking ceremony held Friday along Portland Harbor. The park will offer a green space with walking and biking trails and an event area spanning (3.5 acres), and it is set to open by the end of 2026. FOX23
- ➤ Honor Flight Maine is giving veterans a free trip to visit Washington, D.C. war memorials today (including veterans of the Korean and Vietnam wars) through its annual program. FOX23
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Apr. 10, StubHub reached a $10M settlement with the FTC after failing to show full ticket prices at checkout (including fees) per Maine law. Refunds will be issued to eligible consumers. FOX23
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Maine gas and diesel prices fell on Friday after a temporary ceasefire in Iran eased oil costs. AAA said regular gas averaged $4.06 and diesel $5.92 — amounts that represent a 2-cent and 1-cent drop from the day before. WMTW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The MSAD 51 board named the new pre-K to 1st grade school the Carolyn F. Small School to honor longtime educator and volunteer Carolyn Small; the building will open in 2027 in Cumberland. A community vote on proposals celebrated her 35 years at MSAD 51. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Maine lawmakers passed a budget that requires every school board to ban cellphones and personal devices with internet access in schools by Aug. 1. The bell to bell rule — covering the full school day — will use model guidelines from the Department of Education, with exceptions for certain programs. FOX23
- ➤ Maine high school graduates now have free access to community college for two years as the state budget makes the program permanent; students can choose among seven schools (including SMCC in South Portland) to save thousands on tuition. FOX23
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ As April brings warmer temperatures and gusty winds, fire risk rises locally. Residents are advised to check daily fire danger levels, follow fire bans, and clear dry debris from their yards (a step to reduce wildfire danger). WGME
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Governor Mills' campaign said she will stay in the Senate race despite trailing Graham Platner in polls and spending only a few hundred dollars on ad buys, while Platner’s campaign has spent nearly $200,000 on ads scheduled through next week — a gap she plans to overcome. WGME
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hearts of Pine's second-year soccer team will host One Knoxville SC in its home opener on Oct. 25 at Fitzpatrick Stadium, with scalped tickets available at steep prices on the secondary market. Fans can also join the Dirigo Union ticket exchange (annual dues: $25) to swap tickets. Portland Press Herald
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Curtain Call Discussion – OUR TOWN
4:30 PM — Portland Stage — Free entry — Engage in a thoughtful conversation about the production with its performers and dive into insights on rehearsal and character development.
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Bess Jacques & The Strays Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Blue Portland Maine — Admission details not provided — Enjoy an eclectic mix of jazz, Americana, and faux-tango-pop tunes performed live.
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Brandy Clark Concert
8-11 p.m. — State Theatre — Tickets from $43 — Catch Brandy Clark live in concert at the beautiful State Theatre in Portland.
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Film Screening of 'Unless Something Goes Terribly Wrong'
7-9:30 p.m. — South Portland High School — Free entry — Discover the challenges of maintaining aging wastewater systems in this captivating documentary with a Q&A featuring industry professionals.
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Portland Earth Day Celebration
11 AM – 2 PM — Deering Oaks Park — Free entry — Celebrate nature and sustainability with local music, activities, and food options.
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John Butler Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre — Last-minute ticket availability — Enjoy a lively performance from renowned artist John Butler at the iconic State Theatre.
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Women’s MTB Workshop: Bike Setup
6-8 p.m. — Allspeed Cyclery & Snow — Pre-registration required — Discover mountain bike setup essentials and enhance your ride with fellow riders.
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Celtic Woman: A New Era
7:30-9:00 p.m. — State Theatre — $75-$45 reserved seating — Experience the captivating blend of Irish music and culture as Celtic Woman returns with their all-new show.
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Bloodshot Bill with Holly & Her Buddys
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Veterans of Foreign Wars — $20/$15 presale — Experience an electrifying rockabilly performance by Bloodshot Bill and local sensations Holly & Her Buddys.
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Life Drawing in the Light
11:00 AM — Mechanics' Hall — Pay what you can — Enjoy a figure drawing session with live music and fresh coffee in a vibrant community setting.
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