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Wednesday, August 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Leroy J. Bailey, a U.S. Army veteran wounded in Vietnam—he lost his face in a mortar blast and had many surgeries—was laid to rest yesterday at Maine Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery in Augusta after receiving military honors. Family and friends remembered him as a kind and brave man who served his country with courage. Portland Press Herald
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police found the body of 53-year-old Levern Kelley at her Waldoboro home on Gethner Road on August 10 after a 911 call and later charged 49-year-old James Clark of Damariscotta, who has a long criminal history and fled to Florida where he was arrested; he will be extradited to Maine. FOX23
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Jeff from Augusta saw his Consolidated Communications bill jump from $354 in June to $749 in July—rising maintenance costs for copper lines are making old technology more expensive. With less state oversight in multi-provider areas, he is switching to a new provider to lower his costs. FOX23
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The company Crisis24 said its emergency alert software worked correctly during last Friday’s Windham shooting alert error—despite Maine officials blaming a system malfunction for sending alerts statewide. State officials explained that the alert reached phones outside the Windham and Raymond area and violated the state’s guidelines for targeted emergency notifications. FOX23
- ➤ Maine is suing the federal government in Rhode Island over illegal conditions on more than $1 billion in VOCA funds that help crime victims. The lawsuit says states must assist immigration enforcement to get the grants—Maine lawmakers passed LD 1971 to limit police cooperation with ICE. WMTW
- ➤ Governor Janet Mills announced a surplus of $152.2 million that will be divided among key funds—MaineCare Stabilization Fund, CDC Program, Loan Insurance Reserve, Retiree Health Insurance, Reserve for Operating Capital, Budget Stabilization Fund and Highway and Bridge Capital—to meet constitutional requirements, while advocates like Maine Primary Care Association’s CEO Darcy Shargo noted that funding to ease pharmacy deserts was cut and said a new bill will be proposed next session. WMTW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The invasive Asian longhorned tick was found for the first time in Cumberland County through UMaine's passive tick surveillance program—officials are now increasing monitoring to protect livestock, pets, and public health. FOX23
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Portland Sea Dogs manager Chad Epperson is one win away from tying the franchise record and will pass it if his team wins three of the 24 homestand games that began Tuesday at Delta Dental Park at Hadlock Field—he has built his strategy by focusing on developing young players while keeping his eye on victory. Portland Press Herald
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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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Wine Sail - Chef Series with Sommelier Erica Archer
12-2 p.m. — Maine Sailing Adventures — $150 — Experience a scenic wine sail with a sommelier and enjoy exquisite wines from California's Central Coast.
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