Daily editionTuesday, August 25th, 2026
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of August.
Community
This week, local venues host a range of events & activities including the 'Million Dollar Quartet' musical in Lewiston through Sept. 13, the Acton Fair from Thursday to Sunday, a pet festival at Deering Oaks Park on Sunday, and plays in Portland and Waterville over the weekend.
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Business
About 4,500 union members at Bath Iron Works began receiving a 17% pay increase when a five-year union contract took effect Monday, which includes annual 4% raises, $2.50 shift premiums, & enhanced job protections until August 2031.
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Bayley's Seafood Restaurant in Scarborough closed on Aug. 20 after 30 years serving locals and visitors.
Owner April Bayley said factors (labor challenges, rising costs, and competition) made it hard to continue while related family businesses remain open.
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Culture
Comedians are battling for the crown at Empire Comedy Club where 85 performers kicked off the second annual Comedy Classic and only three remain.
The final round will happen soon with local talent showcasing their wit in a lively showdown.
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Historic photos show Mainers dancing from the 1940s through the late '80s, with images featuring a Deering High School resort dance at Pine Point Beach (Scarborough), a Cherry Street street dance, a twist party, and a lively scene at Portland’s former Zootz club.
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A former captain doubts the 128ft Victory Chimes will sail again as owners work with insurers and salvage experts to refloat the historic windjammer that sank on July 4 in New York Harbor; he warned that neglect may lead to it being dismantled.
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Education
Maine now leads the nation in offering three-year bachelor’s degrees with five colleges providing reduced-credit options + the University of Maine System piloted a 90-credit program for adult learners last year to help students finish faster.
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Environment
Since 1970, Portland has seen 22 more summer nights above 59 degrees.
July 2 recorded a low of 73 degrees, making it one of the top 10 warm nights and a trend experts expect to continue (Climate Central).
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Lifestyle
Hunting season this fall looks promising as mild winter, ideal spring rains & timely frosts have helped keep game species healthy in Maine, with extra antlerless deer permits possibly boosting harvests while waterfowlers may see lighter flights.
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Sports
Portland Sea Dogs outfielder Will Turner robbed a home run during Saturday's game against the Reading Fightin Phils at Hadlock Field, a play that many now call the play of the year.
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