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Thursday, May 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Insomnia Cookies will open its first Maine store on Saturday—May 31—at 53 Wharf Street in Old Port and will offer warm cookies throughout the day and into the early morning. The store will also serve brownies, blondies, and ice cream with cookie mix-ins to add variety to its menu. Portland Press Herald
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Auburn police arrested Stephanie Lockhart of Lewiston after a traffic stop on West Auburn Road when officers discovered fentanyl & crack, and she now faces charges of aggravated trafficking, unlawful possession, refusing to submit to arrest, falsifying physical evidence, and violating conditions of release. FOX23
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The local dating show Maine Bachelorette is streaming on YouTube. In the show, six suitors face off in challenges—ax throwing and thrift shopping—to win a date with Daphne, with creator Teagan Wright explaining the contest brings a fresh twist to local romance. WGME
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ York High School's superintendent said early retirement buyouts did not attract enough volunteers, so two teachers were laid off—since student numbers did not need both positions and the $20,000 buyout did not meet demands for better health benefits and a 5.5 percent raise. The decision was made after several staff chose the retirement offer. FOX23
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The summer season in Portland has around 15 more days of above-normal heat and an average temperature rise of about 2.6 degrees since 1970—coastal areas from Portland to central Maine recorded increases of 2 to 3 degrees and forecasts expect warmer trends this summer. WGME
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mainebiz will host its annual Health Care Forum at the Hilton Garden Inn in Freeport from 7:30-10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 4 — moderated by Kim Anania and featuring a panel of industry leaders who will discuss workplace safety, wellness and mental health. Portland Press Herald
SHOP NEWS
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Maine Fungi Fest 2025
12 PM – 5 PM — Saint Joseph's College of Maine — Free entry — Celebrate all things fungi, plant-based healing, and evolving consciousness.
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Wine & Food Walks in Portland, Maine
2:45-5 p.m. — Portland Arts & Technology High School — Ticket required — Experience a guided tasting of exquisite wines paired with delicious local cuisine.
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Sunny Day Real Estate Concert
8 AM – 2 PM — State Theatre — VIP Package Available — Enjoy a nostalgia-filled performance with exclusive merchandise from the iconic band.
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Farmer's Market
8 AM – 1 PM — Brunswick Town Mall — Free entry — Fresh produce and local goods available every Tuesday and Friday throughout the season.
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Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour in Portland, ME
1:30-2:30 p.m. — 489 Congress St, Portland, ME — Ticketed event — Experience Portland's charm with a unique sightseeing tour on a classic fire engine.
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Maine Irish Heritage Center Open Hours
10 AM – 2 PM — Maine Irish Heritage Center — Free entry — Explore Irish heritage through tours, genealogy, and library resources.
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Old Port Seafood Lovers Walking Lunch Tour
3:00-5:30 p.m. — 489 Congress St, Portland, ME — Price includes lobster rolls, chowder, and drinks — Explore Maine's seafood industry while savoring local delicacies along the waterfront.
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Feel Good Funk Fest 2025
5-11 p.m. — Portland House Of Music and Events — Ticketed event — Celebrate funk music with a day of free performances followed by headliners at night.
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Luv 2 Run Portland 5K
9-10 a.m. — Marathon Sports Portland — Entry fee required — Enjoy a scenic off-road 5K walk/run with fresh fruit and pastries post-race.
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Bingo
10 AM – 3 PM — Portland, Maine Elks Lodge #188 — Cost for cards — Enjoy a fun-filled day of bingo with food options and prizes.
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