Good morning, Portland.

A flight of Maine veterans landed at Portland International Airport on Sunday as they returned from a trip to Washington D.C. with Honor Flight Maine—where families and friends cheered and welcomed them home.

Retired Scarborough Fire Captain Richard Lamontagne had a heart attack on August 17 when his car nearly veered off Stewart Drive after dinner—firefighter Erin Sandler, his longtime mentee, performed CPR while his wife Holly and neighbors helped.

He spent 10 days in the hospital and is now recovering at home with his family.

On Friday night, Berwick and South Berwick police and fire crews responded to a crash on Route 236 near New Dam Road where a woman died after her car hit a utility pole—speed is suspected to be a factor.

This week Maine hosts six events including Maine Open Lighthouse Day, a Cole Porter musical at Portland Players running through Sept.

28, and a New Gloucester music festival with live music and food trucks. Other activities include a Portland Sex Fair in Bayside, a Maddie & Tae concert at the State Theatre, and the Farmington Fair with horse racing and carnival rides—fun for all ages.

Maine teachers are using AI tools like MagicSchool—now with 8,500 educator accounts—to plan lessons and guide students while districts like Yarmouth follow formal guidelines; more school districts and the state department of education will study and expand AI training in classrooms.

Maine faith leaders are addressing climate anxiety by offering spiritual support on land and at sea—helping people understand their feelings about a warming planet.

Former maritime chaplain Thomas Kircher retired to focus on climate advocacy while local programs now help communities process their emotions.

Apple picking season is underway as local orchards like Royal River Orchards and Bailey’s Orchard let visitors pick apples by bag on weekends through mid-October.

Around this weekend, about 20 orchards will join the 25th annual Maine Apple Sunday—offering special treats and family fun.

Godspeed You! Black Emperor Concert

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

5:30-7:30 p.m. — coworkHERS — Free entry — Empowering networking space for female entrepreneurs in Portland.

Maine Irish Makes: September Session

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

5:30-7 p.m. — Dunes — Entry fee applies — Explore the art of poetry inspired by visual art with Poet Laureate Emeritus Maya Williams.

Maine Brain Tumor Awareness Walk

9 AM – 12 PM — Payson Park — $20 registration fee — Join the community for a one-mile walk to raise awareness and funds for brain tumor research.

Marc Ribot Solo Acoustic Show

7:30-10:30 p.m. — SPACE Gallery — Ticketed — Experience the genre-defying guitar legend Marc Ribot as he celebrates his new record with a solo acoustic performance.

Wine Sail - Cabernet Sauvignon Experience on the Frances

4:45-6:45 p.m. — Maine Sailing Adventures — Ticket required — Enjoy a picturesque sailing experience while tasting five exquisite Cabernet Sauvignons from renowned wine regions.

The 502s Concert

6:00 – 9:30 PM — State Theatre — Ticket prices starting at $51 — Catch the energetic vibes of The 502s live in Portland!

Fiction Workshop

10:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. — 105 St James St, Portland, ME — Cost not specified — Connect with fellow writers and enhance your fiction writing skills in this engaging workshop.

Scenic Train Ride

10 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $23.50 — Enjoy a scenic 40-minute train ride with beautiful views of Casco Bay and learn about Maine's narrow gauge railroading history.