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Portland
Saturday, August 16th, 2025
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police are searching for three teens who escaped Long Creek Youth Development Center in South Portland today around 12:30 p.m.—two 17-year-olds and one 14-year-old—and ask anyone with information to call 911. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ On Friday, police responded to reports of gunshots outside the McDonald's at 790 Roosevelt Trail as a shooting occurred in North Windham—Route 302 at Landing Road was closed for an extended time while investigators gathered more details. WMTW
- ➤ Emil Girard, 26, who was arrested at the York County Jail for shootings in Biddeford on July 31 and August 4, was also charged by Saco police with robbery and aggravated assault after he attacked a woman in the Aroma Joe’s parking lot on July 8 — his bail for the Saco charges was set at $50,000. WMTW
- ➤ Police issued a shelter-in-place order on Route 302 from Route 85 in Raymond to Whites Bridge Road in Windham after a reported shooting shortly after 4 p.m., and a cellphone alert told residents to lock doors and stay indoors as officers from Windham police, Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office and Maine State Police searched for a gunman — anyone with information was asked to call 207-624-7076. Portland Press Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Maine Forest Service cautions residents and visitors that no burn permits will be issued as wildfire danger remains high across the state. MFS Director Patty Cormier said the moratorium follows 525 fires this year — 124 since early August. WMTW
- ➤ County officials closed part of Route 115 near 341 Tandberg Trail in Windham due to a brush fire that forced a shutdown just before 1:45 p.m. Friday. The Maine Forest Service said fire danger statewide was high — with some areas facing very high risk. WMTW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Portland Downtown launched its Ambassador Program over a month ago to address nearly 3,000 complaints about trash, graffiti, needles and human waste in downtown. The program uses a QR code+that directs residents to the See Click Fix website+which helps officials quickly report and resolve issues. FOX23
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Wine Sail - Piedmont
6-8 p.m. — Maine Sailing Adventures — Tickets required — Experience a delightful evening of wine education and sailing on Casco Bay.
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Ask A Librarian! Drop-in Question Sessions
1-3 p.m. — Freeport Community Library — Free — Get help with technology, research, and more at this community resource session.
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Weekly Sea Kayak Community Paddles
7:30-8:30 a.m. — Portland Paddle — Free entry — Connect with fellow paddlers and enjoy a refreshing morning on the water.
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Bess Jacques & The Strays
7-8:30 p.m. — Blue Portland Maine — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an eclectic mix of jazz, Americana, and faux-tango-pop from the talented Bess Jacques & The Strays.
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Josh Ritter Concert
7-9 PM — State Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful and deep songwriting of Josh Ritter at a charming live venue.
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The Little Mermen
7-11 p.m. — Thompson's Point — Cost info not provided — Experience a magical evening with the ultimate Disney cover band performing classics from your favorite films.
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Orny Adams Live Stand-Up Comedy
7 p.m. — Empire Comedy Club — Tickets available — Experience Orny Adams' high-energy stand-up that blends absurdity and incisive wit.
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Lakeside Poker Run
VacationLand V Twin Cruisers, MC is having a Poker Run, Saturday 8/23. Registration opens at 9:00 AM, $20 per hand, kickstands up at 11:00 am. Starts at American Legion Post 155, Casco Road, Naples Maine and finishes at Lakeside Dairy Bar, Naples Maine. We'll be riding through Naples, Bridgton, Norway and Casco. $500 to the Winning Hand, $240 for Second Place, $50 for the Worst Hand. First 5 Hands with a Full House wins a $10 Gift Certificate to Lakeside Dairy Bar. PLUS Cash 50/50. Come join us for a day of summer fun!
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Wine Sail Experience
12-2 p.m. — Maine Sailing Adventures — Ticketed — Enjoy a wine education course paired with an evening of sailing on beautiful Casco Bay.
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Community Craft Night
4-7:30 p.m. — Freedom's Edge Cider Tasting Room — Enjoy craft time with local crafters while sipping cider.
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Community Bingo Event
10 AM – 3 PM — Portland, Maine Elks Lodge #188 — Cards for sale — Enjoy a fun day of bingo with lunch options and prizes.
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