Daily editionSaturday, June 28th, 2025
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.
Community
York County Community Action uses volunteer drivers to offer free rides to Mainers for health appointments, school, and important trips.
Tim Sansevieri, a retired driver, works flexible shifts to help fill gaps in transportation—volunteers remain in short supply.
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Food trucks Meet on the Street, Ironclad Eats and Great Wave Sushi gathered at the CBS13/Fox23 parking lot on National Food Truck Day to serve tacos, burritos and sushi burgers.
Ironclad Eats was named a top food truck in local awards—highlighting a statewide scene with 526 registered food trucks.
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Business
Ahold Delhaize, parent of Hannaford, said its systems were hacked on November 5, 2024 — a breach that exposed names, contact details, and financial information of 95,463 Mainers.
The company learned of the incident on November 6, 2024 and now offers 24 months of free credit monitoring to affected individuals.
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Culture
Today, the fourth annual Maine Oyster Festival takes place at the L.L. Bean campus in Freeport where visitors can buy raw oysters for $3 each and see tens of thousands of oysters shucked by over two dozen farms.
The free festival offers grilled, fried and smoked oysters—along with local food trucks serving sides like kimchi, hot sauce and lemon slices.
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Education
Maine’s free community college program will end for high school graduates after 2025; students graduating in 2025 can use their scholarship for two years while later classes will be ineligible.
The program (launched by Governor Janet Mills in 2022) provided free access to seven community colleges (state lawmakers ended its funding) across the state.
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Portland Events
Scenic Train Ride
Monday, June 30th, 2025 · 10 AM – 1 PM — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $23.50 — Experience a unique 40-minute roundtrip train ride through beautiful Casco Bay while learning about Maine's rich railroading history.
Capoeira Classes
Tuesday, July 1st, 2025 · 6:30-8 p.m. — The Salt Flat Dance Collaborative — Classes for all levels — Learn the Brazilian martial art combining movements, music, and history.
Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour of Portland Maine
Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025 · 1:30 – 2:30 PM — 489 Congress St, Portland, ME — Check website for ticket prices — Experience Portland’s scenic coast and historic sites from a classic fire engine.
Stolen Mojo - Annual Music Cruise
Thursday, July 3rd, 2025 · 7-10 p.m. — Casablanca Cruises — $40-$100 — Celebrate the 4th of July with live music and cocktails on Casco Bay.
Wine Sails in Portland, ME
Friday, July 4th, 2025 · 7:15-9:15 p.m. — Casco Bay — Ticket prices vary — Experience the beauty of Casco Bay on a wine sailing adventure with stunning views.
Prester & Samargia Jazz Trio Performance
Saturday, July 5th, 2025 · 7:00-8:30 p.m. — Blue Portland Maine — Free entry — Experience a captivating blend of standards, originals, and Brazilian & Latin jazz with talented musicians.
Wine & Raw Bar Sail
Sunday, July 6th, 2025 · 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Maine State Pier — Ticketed event — Enjoy fine wine and a gourmet raw bar experience aboard a beautiful tall ship as you sail through picturesque Portland waters.
Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour of Portland, Maine
Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 · 1:30-2:30 p.m. — 489 Congress St, Portland, ME — Ticket prices vary — Experience Portland’s scenic coast and historic sites aboard a classic fire engine with live narration.
Powerman 5000 Concert
Thursday, July 10th, 2025 · 6:30-8 p.m. — Aura — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying performance from the iconic industrial rock band Powerman 5000.
Old Port Seafood Lovers Walking Tour
Friday, July 11th, 2025 · 3:00-5:30 p.m. — 489 Congress St, Portland, ME — Includes lunch — Delight in a guided tour with local seafood delicacies and a drink.