Good morning, Portland.

Danielle Davis and Kelly Kern rescued a 6-7 week old puppy from a Tennessee roadside and brought him to South Berwick, where he now enjoys a loving home with his new family.

A Delta flight returned safely to Portland on Saturday, July 25 after a smoke sensor in its cargo hold triggered an emergency — the Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Team deplaned and assessed all passengers.

Maine households already have one heat pump for every four homes after exceeding a goal with 143,000 units in 2025; the target is 175,000 by 2027.

Efficiency Maine offers rebates — for heat pump water heaters too — to help residents lower heating costs as electric rates rise.

NOAA's report found that water temperatures in 2024 and 2025 were slightly cooler, but warming will resume this fall due to climate change.

Local fishing ports have become busier, and experts advise diversifying business as iconic lobster numbers decline.

Maine astronaut Jessica Meir assumed command of the International Space Station Saturday during a change-of-command ceremony — taking over from Roscosmos cosmonaut Sergey Kud-Sverchkov — as the departing crew will return today at 6:25 a.m. EDT.

Friday's Banana Ball Championship League game at Hadlock Field had the Loco Beach Coconuts defeating the Texas Tailgaters 3-2.

Player JD Urso said his role has shifted from chasing hits to engaging fans on the plaza — a shift that lets players embrace the fun side of baseball.

Narrated Train Ride

10 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $24.10 — Enjoy a scenic narrated train ride along beautiful Casco Bay while learning about Maine’s unique history.

Scenes: A Billy Joel Experience

7:30-10 p.m. — Erik's Church — Cost Info Not Provided — Celebrate the iconic music of Billy Joel with a lively tribute show.

Square to Square Outdoor Concert Series: Tricky Britches

6-8 p.m. — Congress Square Park — Free entry — Experience the high-energy string sounds of Tricky Britches, blending bluegrass, country, folk, and rock.

Narrated Train Ride Experience

10 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $24.10 — Enjoy a scenic narrated train ride along Casco Bay while discovering Maine’s unique railroading history.

Wine Sail in Portland, Maine: Explore Piedmont, Italy

12-2 p.m. — Maine State Pier — $175 — Experience a delightful wine and oyster sail with scenic views and expert insights.

Wine Sail Experience in Casco Bay

3-5 p.m. — Maine State Pier — $175 — Enjoy a scenic sail with premium wines and fresh oysters while learning about pairings and tasting notes.

Narrated Train Ride

12 p.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $24.10 — Experience a scenic ride along Casco Bay while learning about Maine’s rich rail history.

Narrated Train Ride

11 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $24.10 — Experience a scenic 40-minute train ride along Casco Bay with unique historical insights.

Wine Sail in Portland, Maine: Tuscany

3-5 p.m. — Maine State Pier — $150 — Embark on a scenic wine sail featuring exquisite Tuscan wines and breathtaking views of Casco Bay.