Good morning, Portland.

In October 2023, a fire in the Ocean Navigator’s engine room docked in Portland forced about 200 people to evacuate and left one employee burned as the NTSB found that debris in the lubrication system likely came from a lapse in maintenance — oil filters and oil were used far past recommended hours.

Local subcontractors have filed liens and lawsuits over unpaid bills for work on Maine’s new cold storage facility in Portland—claims total about $1.5 million.

The dispute involves developer Amber Infrastructure, general contractor FCL Builders, and state authorities, and it may take years to resolve.

A Facebook group called Maine History reposted a stolen wildlife photo with the same caption to promote quilt sales, raising alarms over the deceptive tactics.

The group’s administrators have expanded their scam across several nostalgia pages with nearly 500,000 members—prompting warnings from the Better Business Bureau.

Police are asking for help to locate Ryan-Eric Richardson, a 35-year-old Lewiston man last seen in Auburn near 959 Washington Street wearing a blue Nike sweatshirt + black jogger pants and green Nike Air Force 1 sneakers after family members reported him missing.

Firefighters in Maine responded on Monday to wildfires in 26 communities, including a Sherman fire that damaged vehicles and a building and a Blue Hill fire that burned 1.6 acres and destroyed a garage.

It is Wildfire Awareness Week — officials note that aside from zone 2 covering parts of York and Oxford counties, fire danger remains low statewide even as most of the 700 annual wildfires are caused by people.

Maine’s coastal towns face a growing cleanup task as boat owners are increasingly leaving older vessels behind to avoid high removal fees — with officials estimating 40 to 50 abandoned boats in five years and dozens of removal projects underway.

Local harbor masters and government leaders are urging the state to fund cleanups and enforce tougher penalties to protect the environment.

On Tuesday, Maine lawmakers passed a bill to prepare communities for severe weather fueled by climate change — the law provides a grant program for homeowners, funds for the Emergency Management Agency, and establishes a state resilience office.

Governor Mills was expected to sign the bill into law Tuesday afternoon.

Maine lawmakers held work sessions Tuesday on bills that aim to help groups buy mobile home parks.

One proposal would provide a $3.5 million fund managed by the State Housing Authority — while another gives mobile home owners the right to purchase a park before it is sold and requires park relocation within 25 miles.

Maine lawmakers held public hearings Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the State House to discuss raising the fine for passing a stopped school bus from $250 to $1,000—other bills addressed removing the 45 mph speed limit on school buses and clarifying driver exam requirements.

LD 1184, a bill to have larger municipalities report home construction data, was approved by the housing committee Tuesday—aiming to track progress toward 84,000 new homes—and now heads to the House for further consideration.

The bill includes amendments to limit the reporting mandate to towns with at least 4,000 residents and to offer financial help for the extra costs.

Empire Improv Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Empire Comedy Club — $15 admission — Enjoy an evening of laughter with improv performances in a lively atmosphere.

Rick Glassman Live

7-8:30 p.m. — Empire Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of comedy with Rick Glassman, star of popular TV shows and podcasts.

Scenic Train Ride Along Casco Bay

10 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — Ticket prices vary — Experience a picturesque 40-minute roundtrip train ride while immersing yourself in Maine's narrow gauge railroading history.

Scenic Train Ride Along Casco Bay

11 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — Check website for ticket price — Experience a scenic 40-minute train ride with stunning waterside views and insights into Maine's narrow gauge railroading history.

Boho Mommy & Me Mini Sessions

10-11 a.m. — The Beaux and Arrows Collective by Rebecca Pinkham-Stevenson — Pricing available upon inquiry — Capture the magic of motherhood in a boho-inspired photography session surrounded by vintage elegance.

Theatre Playmaking Squad: Deep Sea Adventures

3:45-5:15 p.m. — Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine — $225 per person — Dive into creativity with a submarine adventure while crafting original stories and characters.

Trivia Night at Brickyard Hollow

6-8 p.m. — Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge with fun trivia every Wednesday evening.

Intro to Quilting Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Factory 3 — Cost info pending — Master the art of quilting with expert guidance as you create your own quilt over four weeks.

Yoga for Good

8-9 a.m. — Toad&Co. — $15 donation — Participate in a beginner-friendly yoga class while supporting a local non-profit.

Scenic Train Ride Along Casco Bay

10 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — Cost varies — Experience a scenic 40-minute train ride through Portland’s picturesque waterfront and learn about Maine's narrow gauge history.