Daily editionMonday, September 1st, 2025
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of September.
Government
Maine ended its fiscal year with a $152 million surplus and an upgraded bond rating from Fitch that shows the state managed its money well—Governor Mills said the strong rating will help lower future borrowing costs.
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Health
Governor Janet Mills declared Aug. 31 International Overdose Awareness Day in Maine after state data showed fatal overdoses dropped over 20% to 213 and nonfatal overdoses fell 18% to 2,901 from January to June—officials stressed that efforts must continue to fight the opioid crisis.
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Sports
Falmouth’s Clara Brown won the cycling world title in a road race at the 2025 UCI Para-cycling Road World Championships in Belgium on Sunday morning.
Her win marked her first road race world title and her second overall after a time trial victory in 2022.
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Accidents
Four fire departments rescued a skipper on Saturday from Sebago Lake—his boat ran unchecked after he fell overboard until a passing vessel helped him and officials secured the runaway craft.
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Portland Events
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.
Wine and Oyster Sail
Sunday, September 7th, 2025 · 4:45-6:45 p.m. — Maine Sailing Adventures — $175 — Experience a delicious pairing of wines and fresh oysters aboard a beautiful sailing ship in Casco Bay.
Godspeed You! Black Emperor Concert
Sunday, September 14th, 2025 · 8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — State Theatre — Ticket details available — Experience an evening of compelling post-rock with Godspeed You! Black Emperor.
pollinateHERS - Support Group for Women Entrepreneurs
Tuesday, September 16th, 2025 · 5:30-7:30 p.m. — coworkHERS — Free entry — Empowering networking space for female entrepreneurs in Portland.
Maine Irish Makes: September Session
Thursday, September 18th, 2025 · 2-4 p.m. — Maine Irish Heritage Center — Free entry — Gather with local crafters for an afternoon of creativity, conversation, and community building.
Ekphrasis Poetry Workshop
Saturday, September 20th, 2025 · 5:30-7 p.m. — Dunes — Entry fee applies — Explore the art of poetry inspired by visual art with Poet Laureate Emeritus Maya Williams.