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Sunday, July 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ About 100 people protested outside Portland International Jetport Saturday to urge a boycott of Avelo Airlines because of its contract with ICE. Avelo said it only flies to New Haven and has not flown deportees from here—protesters call on officials to reconsider the airline's incentives. Portland Press Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Protesters rallied outside the Portland Jetport on Saturday to oppose Avelo Airlines’ contract with ICE to fly federal deportation flights. The airline signed the deal in April for a new nonstop route from Portland to New Haven, and its landing fees are waived under Jetport rules — no deportation flights have yet occurred. WMTW
- ➤ Maine Gov. Janet Mills signed a healthcare bill to improve education for providers on perimenopause and menopause—actress Halle Berry testified in March after experiencing years of misdiagnoses. The bill will take effect Sept. 24, 90 days after the legislature adjourns. WMTW
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Four Mainers—including Gorham’s Wyatt Nadeau, Bowdoinham’s Cody Bowker, Standish’s Jacob Humphrey and Windham’s Brady Afthim—have a strong chance to be picked in the MLB Draft that starts tonight and ends Monday. If they all get selected, it will be the most Mainers chosen in one draft since 1965. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ The Sea Dogs won their second game in a row against the Hartford Yard Goats today—Conley pitched six innings allowing one run while Romero tripled and Castro hit a two-run homer. WMTW
- ➤ The Portland Sea Dogs ended a five-game losing streak on Friday night by defeating the Hartford Yard Goats 4-3 at Delta Dental Park—Abraham Liendo’s two-run homer in the fifth inning sparked the comeback after Hartford built a 3-0 lead in the third inning. FOX23
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Funky Mondays featuring The Red Eye Flight Crew
9:30-11 p.m. — Portland House Of Music and Events — Ticket info varies — Enjoy a lively performance from Funky Mondays and The Red Eye Flight Crew in a vibrant local venue.
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pollinateHERS - Women Entrepreneurs Support Group
5:30-7:30 p.m. — coworkHERS — Free entry — Connect with fellow female entrepreneurs in a supportive environment.
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Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour
1:30-2:30 p.m. — 489 Congress St, Portland, ME — Check website for pricing — Experience Portland's scenic coast and historic sites aboard a classic fire engine.
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The Cedars Leadership Symposium with Howard Fillit, MD
5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Atrium At the Cedars — Free entry — Explore innovative insights on aging from a leading expert in Alzheimer's research.
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Old Port Seafood Lovers Walking Lunch Tour
3-5:30 p.m. — 489 Congress St, Portland, ME — Price includes food and drinks — Discover Maine's seafood delights while walking along the waterfront and enjoying local flavors.
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St. Vincent Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre — Tickets from $71 — Experience the eclectic sounds of St. Vincent live in Portland.
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Wine and Oyster Sail in Casco Bay
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Maine State Pier — $175 — Experience an unforgettable journey tasting wines and fresh oysters aboard a stunning tall ship.
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Kurt Vile Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre — Tickets from $61 — Experience the indie rock vibes of Kurt Vile live in Portland.
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PMP Certification Classroom Training in Portland, ME
9 AM – 5 PM — Portland, ME — Cost varies — Enhance your project management skills with comprehensive training and certification preparation.
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Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour
1:30-2:30 p.m. — 489 Congress St, Portland, ME — Tickets available — Explore Portland’s scenic coast and historic sites aboard a classic fire engine.
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