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Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.

CRIME NEWS

  • Police charged a 17-year-old teen with killing Sunshine Stewart— a 48-year-old paddleboarder found on July 3 near Crawford Pond who did not return from her outing— and took him into custody Wednesday night at Long Creek Youth Development Center in South Portland.  Portland Press Herald
  • A 17-year-old was charged with killing Sunshine Stewart—a 48-year-old paddleboarder whose body was found July 3 near Crawford Pond in Union—and was taken into custody Wednesday night as police said she was strangled and suffered blunt force trauma.  Portland Press Herald

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Maine Audubon technician Ethan Hobbs said volunteers will join the annual loon count on July 19 to track common loons nesting on local lakes + record breeding adults as counts show a marked increase since the 1980s.  FOX23

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Maine is one of 20 states suing FEMA for ending the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities program without congressional approval. The lawsuit says the program—established in 2000 to fund disaster mitigation projects like flood levees, safe rooms and seismic retrofitting—was terminated illegally under an acting administrator.  WMTW

SPORTS NEWS

  • The 2025 Varsity Maine All-State softball team features six seniors, six juniors and two sophomore pitchers from four state champion teams, recognizing standout players for high batting averages and skilled pitching. Coach Sophia Sciarappa of Bangor turned a two-win team into a top seed and earned KVAC Class A Coach of the Year honors + the team shows strong local talent + the season built on record-setting stats across the state.  Portland Press Herald
  • Cooper Flagg, a Newport native and Dallas Mavericks rookie, won the Best College Athlete in Men’s Sports award at the ESPYs on Wednesday night after his standout freshman season at Duke. He became the first basketball player to receive the honor in nine years—marking a major milestone in college sports.  Portland Press Herald
  • Addison DeRoche, a top pitcher—she struck out 177 batters in 81 innings and threw two seven-inning no-hitters—led Cheverus to the Class A South final and was named Varsity Maine Softball Player of the Year for the second time. She also earned Gatorade Maine Player of the Year and SMAA Pitcher of the Year honors.  Portland Press Herald

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • St. Vincent Concert

    7-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre — Tickets from $71 — Experience the eclectic sounds of St. Vincent live in Portland.

    Sat, 7/19/25

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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.

    Sun, 7/20/25

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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.

    Mon, 7/21/25

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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.

    Tue, 7/22/25

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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.

    Wed, 7/23/25

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  • Paint Night - Oysters

    5-7 p.m. — Root Wild Kombucha — All materials provided — Explore watercolor techniques while painting oysters with local artist Jeanelle Demers.

    Thu, 7/24/25

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  • Maine Yoga Festival

    1 PM – 5 PM — Southern Maine Community College — Check website for ticket info — Celebrate wellness with diverse yoga workshops and live music overlooking Casco Bay.

    Fri, 7/25/25

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  • Central Coastal Maine Private Day Tour

    8 AM – 3 PM — City of Portland, Maine — Pricing varies — Discover the beauty of Maine’s coast with a personalized private tour featuring lighthouses, gardens, and charming coastal villages.

    Sat, 7/26/25

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  • BBQ Benefit for Peaks Island Children's Workshop

    4:30-6:30 p.m. — Peaks Island Lions Club — Contribution appreciated — Enjoy delicious BBQ while supporting local kids and preserving island heritage.

    Sun, 7/27/25

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  • PASTA 212 Food Truck at Belleflower Brewing

    4-11 p.m. — Belleflower Brewing — Check Instagram for updates — Enjoy fresh and flavorful pasta made with fewer ingredients than traditional fast food.

    Tue, 7/29/25

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