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Sunday, July 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Country music star Shania Twain is donating $25,000 to Auburn's Good Shepherd Food Bank to help feed about 50,000 people—she will support food banks at each stop on her tour. She will perform Tuesday at the Maine Savings Amphitheater in Bangor. FOX23
- ➤ The National Deaf Disc Golf Championship ended Saturday at Pineland Farms Disc Golf Course in New Gloucester honoring late Joshua Seal, an ASL interpreter killed in the Lewiston shooting. Seal won the bid to host the tournament in 2022 & his wife Liz led this year's event with support from local advocacy groups and businesses. WMTW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials at the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife celebrated the 2025 census that counted 174 piping plover breeding pairs on Maine’s beaches—breaking the previous record set in 2023. More than 100 nests have hatched nearly 200 chicks—further boosting hopes for the endangered bird’s recovery. WGME
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Maine Med is facing a lawsuit for allegedly discharging a 65-year-old stroke patient from urgent care when it was learned he had no insurance. The suit claims the patient was flown from Pen Bay in 2022 to Maine Med, treated for several days before being sent home to Jamaica where his condition worsened (MaineHealth denies the allegations). FOX23
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Southern Maine All-Region baseball team has been announced and features top high school players such as Greely’s Keeler Vogt—who pitched a complete game in the Class B South final—and Fryeburg Academy’s junior shortstop/pitcher Alex Allain along with several others from local schools. The honor recognizes standout talent from the region as the season progresses. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Seventeen female high school wrestlers from Maine and Nebraska gathered in Skowhegan for the second Girls Wrestling Exchange, which began Friday at Finley Gym and will end Monday at Marshwood High School. The event shows the fast growth of girls wrestling as competitors enjoy Maine culture—sampling local seafood and treats. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ The 2025 Varsity Maine All-State baseball team is announced and includes seven players named conference or state players of the year. The roster lists top athletes from Fryeburg Academy, Thornton Academy and other local schools—using impressive stats that set the stage for a competitive season ahead—while highlighting strong skills in pitching and hitting. Portland Press Herald
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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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Paint Night - Oysters
5-7 p.m. — Root Wild Kombucha — All materials provided — Explore watercolor techniques while painting oysters with local artist Jeanelle Demers.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour of Portland Maine
1:30-2:30 p.m. — 489 Congress St, Portland, ME — Tickets required — Explore Portland’s scenic coast and historic sites aboard a classic fire engine while enjoying live narration.
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Dan Soder Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Empire Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Dan Soder, the comedic talent behind 'Mafee' from Billions.
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