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Portland
Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ CBS13 and FOX 23 hosted their annual Shred-A-Thon event Friday from 6 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the studios at 81 Northport Drive in Portland — residents brought old documents for on-site shredding to help guard against identity theft. FOX23
- ➤ Neighborhood associations in Portland organized over nine spring clean-up events to clear parks, streets, and public spaces. One group cleaned Preble Street on Earth Day, and a citywide event runs today with cleanup kits from the Sustainability Office + Public Works picking up trash at designated spots. West End News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Seashore Trolley Museum opens its 86th season with trolley rides along a 3.7-mile route on the old Atlantic Shore Line Railway and outdoor exhibits. The museum offers Maine Day pricing (residents pay $2.07 and youth 16 and younger enter free) along with special events planned for May. Portland Press Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ York County Commissioner Justin Chenette was named Maine County Commissioner of the Month for May 2025 by Spirit of America Foundation’s Maine Chapter—honoring his public service. Elected in 2022 and previously serving as vice chair, he led efforts for substance use recovery and coastal protection using American Rescue Plan funds. Portland Press Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Fourteen students from Edward Little High School were taken to hospitals after feeling ill on a school bus near Fairfield on Thursday and reporting a suspected antifreeze leak—officials confirmed the bus had a small leak and that all students have since been released. FOX23
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Medium Build and Petey USA Concert
7-10 p.m. — One Longfellow Square — VIP Upgrade available — Experience a night of unplugged performances from Petey USA and Medium Build.
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Boho Mommy & Me Mini Sessions
10-11 a.m. — The Beaux and Arrows Collective by Rebecca Pinkham-Stevenson — Pricing available upon inquiry — Capture the authentic magic of motherhood in a beautifully styled boho-inspired photography session.
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Bingo at the Elks Lodge
10 AM – 3 PM — Portland, Maine Elks Lodge #188 — Cards for sale; refreshments available — Enjoy a fun-filled day of Bingo with food and games.
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Meet Friends of Katahdin Woods & Waters
4:30-6:00 p.m. — Rising Tide Brewing Company — Free entry — Connect with nature enthusiasts and learn about Katahdin Woods & Waters initiatives.
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Elissa Altman's 'Permission' Book Discussion
7-8:15 p.m. — Mechanics' Hall — Free entry — Explore the art of memoir writing with Elissa Altman and Gibson Fay-LeBlanc as they tackle the challenges of storytelling.
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Farmer's Market
8 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Brunswick Town Mall — Free entry — Browse fresh produce and local goods at the vibrant community market.
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Spring Planting Festival at Mount Joy
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Mt. Joy Community Orchard — Free entry — Celebrate Spring with a plant swap, work party, and grafting workshop.
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Boho Mommy & Me Mini Sessions
10-11 a.m. — The Beaux and Arrows Collective by Rebecca Pinkham-Stevenson — Pricing available on inquiry — Capture the enchanting bond of motherhood in a lush, boho-inspired setting.
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Community Bingo Event
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Portland, Maine Elks Lodge #188 — Cards for sale with lunch options available — Enjoy a fun day of bingo with friends and community members.
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Trivia Night
6-8 p.m. — Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge and enjoy a fun-filled evening of trivia with friends.
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