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Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Lightning struck a tree at Twin Brook Recreation Area in Cumberland during Sunday storms—causing the tree to catch fire—and crews responded to lightning-related structure fires in nearby Yarmouth and North Yarmouth that led to canceled events and residential damage reports. WMTW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Seventeen-year-old Deven Young was arrested in Union for the murder of 48-year-old Sunshine Stewart, whose body was found on an island at Crawford Pond on July 3 after she did not return from a paddleboard trip, and he posted on Facebook on July 12 saying he was 'doing well'—court documents show his case remains pending. FOX23
- ➤ Seventeen-year-old Deven Young from Frankfort was arrested in Union for the July 2 murder of 48-year-old paddleboarder Sunshine 'Sunny' Stewart, whose body was found under unusual circumstances on an island in Crawford Pond on July 3, and he posted on Facebook on July 12 that he was — doing well. WGME
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A lion’s mane jellyfish was spotted near Falmouth beach and measured about the size of a car tire — officials urge beachgoers not to touch it. Experts link the rising sightings to warming ocean temperatures — several coastal communities have issued warnings this summer. FOX23
- ➤ A lion’s mane jellyfish—about the size of a car tire—was seen near a Falmouth beach and experts say warming ocean temperatures are causing more sightings while officials advise not to touch it. WGME
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today the city began road work on Vaughn and Danforth streets in the West End and drivers should expect lane closures until the work is finished in September—this water resources project also includes landscaping plus improvements to curbs and sidewalks. FOX23
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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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Yoga for Good
8-9 AM — Toad&Co. — $15 Donation — Practice yoga for a good cause while supporting a local non-profit.
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CatVideoFest 2025
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM — Portland Museum of Art — Ticket proceeds support local animal charities — The world's premier festival for feline enthusiasts returns with a compilation of the best cat videos.
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