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Portland
Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Portland Downtown Ambassadors launched a program more than a month ago that has addressed over 3,000 complaints including graffiti, trash, needles, and human waste. The group uses pressure washers and trash pickers—as well as a new QR code linking to the city’s See Click Fix website—to help residents report issues. WGME
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Mexican citizen who overstayed his visa was arrested early Saturday near Front Street in Hallowell for charges of gross sexual assault and unlawful sexual contact after allegedly assaulting a 25-year-old woman outside the former Wharf nightclub — police said. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Maine hunting guides Matt York and Kyle Beaudet say they chased suspect James Ford in a U-Haul after witnessing a shooting on Route 302 in Windham on Friday afternoon—where Erin Hayne was fatally shot—and police later found that Ford died by suicide. WMTW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Fishing Plus Accelerator program will run eight sessions this fall to teach Maine lobstermen, their families and crew members financial skills and business startup plans as the lobstering industry faces rising costs and new federal rules. Island Institute and Maine Center for Entrepreneurs will use a $1.4 million SBA award to help participants plan for side businesses — offering new choices as the fishery changes. Portland Press Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three Maine elementary schools are testing a five-year pilot program to improve inclusive education so more special education students can spend time in general classrooms—Downeast, Turner, and Leeds Central will receive leadership training and schedule adjustments through federal grant funds. The program aims to create a model that could later be adopted statewide to reduce segregation in education. WGAN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Social Housing Task Force met Monday at City Hall to elect co-chairs and start discussions on creating affordable, government-managed housing for Portland’s middle-class residents—members debated zoning laws and funding models as they set a one-year timeframe to propose a social housing framework. The thirteen-member group was formed by a City Council vote in March. Portland Press Herald
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Local real estate agents say many Maine home sellers are pricing their homes too high—up to $100,000 over market value—which causes the properties to sit on the market longer and lower profits. Agents advise working with a realtor to set a competitive price in today’s more balanced market. WGME
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, several Maine high school teams kicked off their season with midnight madness practices as teams started drills at midnight to mark the new sports year. Biddeford field hockey, Morse football, and Winthrop each built skills during practice, and Morse will compete in Class D this fall after returning to 11-man football for the first time since 2019. Portland Press Herald
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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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Wine Sail - Chef Series with Frances
6-8 p.m. — Maine Sailing Adventures — $90 — Experience a sunset cruise with live acoustic music and drinks on beautiful Casco Bay.
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Weekly Pub Trivia Night
6 p.m. — Olive Pit Brewing Company — $25 gift card for winners — Test your trivia skills while enjoying local brews at this weekly showdown.
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Stand-Up Comedy with Greg Warren
7 PM – 1 AM — Empire Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with Midwestern comic Greg Warren as he shares his hilarious take on life and personal anecdotes.
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