Daily editionTuesday, August 26th, 2025
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
Business
Since 2005, over 3,200 newspapers have closed or merged—Maine's small-town papers like the Windham Eagle and Gorham Times still print editions and face changes in the industry.
Lori Arsenault and Ed Pierce discussed the challenges and future of print journalism.
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Education
Portland high schoolers are now using cost as a key factor for college choices + a Fidelity study found nearly half of college-bound students view expense as the deciding factor after graduation.
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Environment
Scientists say that great white sharks are moving north because more seals provide food—local experts note that beachgoers in Scarborough are safe for now.
Researchers add that protection laws and rising seal numbers have led to longer stays and more frequent sightings in northern waters.
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Government
Portland’s City Council voted Monday to require that the large 45,000-ton coal pile at the Sprague Energy terminal be covered by 2027 and removed by 2030—fines will be imposed if the owner fails to comply.
The measure comes after local complaints about coal dust affecting nearby properties.
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Portland voters will decide on a measure to raise the city's minimum wage from $15.50 to $19 per hour by 2028 after a City Council vote of 5 to 4 on Monday night.
If approved in November, wages will gradually rise—starting at $16.75 on Jan. 1 and increasing to $17.75 in 2027—with business owners warning of potential layoffs.
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Portland Events
Wine Sail - Chef Series with Frances
Wednesday, August 27th, 2025 · 6-8 p.m. — Maine Sailing Adventures — $90 — Experience a sunset cruise with live acoustic music and drinks on beautiful Casco Bay.
Weekly Pub Trivia Night
Thursday, August 28th, 2025 · 6 p.m. — Olive Pit Brewing Company — $25 gift card for winners — Test your trivia skills while enjoying local brews at this weekly showdown.
Stand-Up Comedy with Greg Warren
Saturday, August 30th, 2025 · 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.
Wine Sail - Chef Series with Sommelier Erica Archer
Sunday, August 31st, 2025 · 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.
Community Craft Night
Monday, September 1st, 2025 · 4-7:30 p.m. — Freedom's Edge Cider Tasting Room — Free entry — Connect with local crafters while enjoying some cider and working on your projects.
Bingo Bash
Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025 · 10 AM – 3 PM — Portland, Maine Elks Lodge #188 — Cards for sale — Enjoy a fun day of bingo with food options and prizes available.
Trivia Night at Brickyard Hollow
Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025 · 6-8 p.m. — Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge and enjoy a fun night of trivia at a local brewpub.
Liz Cooper Live at SPACE Gallery
Thursday, September 4th, 2025 · 8-11 p.m. — SPACE Gallery — All ages — Experience the genre-defying sounds of Liz Cooper, blending psychedelia and indie grunge in her Portland debut.
Library Technology Help
Friday, September 5th, 2025 · 1-3 p.m. — South Portland Public Library — Free — Get expert assistance with library online services and digital resources.
Old Port Historic Walking Tour
Saturday, September 6th, 2025 · 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — Monument Square — Check website for entry fee — Discover Portland's vibrant past on this engaging 2.5-hour walking tour through the Old Port.