Daily editionMonday, September 29th, 2025
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of September.
Community
Maine veteran Curtis Johnson finished his 3,600-mile coast-to-coast bike ride—ending Saturday at Portland Headlight—as part of a campaign that raised $16K to fund programs giving bikes and books to veterans and people in need.
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Government
The Navy's newest guided missile destroyer was christened Saturday at Bath Iron Works in Maine—Governor Janet Mills and Senator Angus King attended the ceremony with over 1,000 people, honoring General Louis H. Wilson Jr., a Medal of Honor recipient.
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Maine named a Siberian sled dog the official state dog on Saturday—when a new bronze plaque was unveiled at the Poland Spring Preservation Society to honor Togo, who ran 271 miles in the Great Serum Race a century ago.
State officials designated the pup to recognize the bravery of all Siberian huskies.
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Maine will name a Siberian sled dog its official state dog on Saturday — the state will honor Togo, who ran 271 miles in the Great Serum Race 100 years ago to help save children — by unveiling a bronze plaque at the Poland Spring Preservation Society.
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At Bath Iron Works Saturday, the Navy christened its newest guided missile destroyer — drawing over 1,000 people including Governor Janet Mills and Senator Angus King — and named it for Medal of Honor recipient General Louis H. Wilson Jr.
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Sports
Bates College field hockey overcame an early deficit to win 4-3 in overtime against Bowdoin in Brunswick and reached a 4-0 NESCAC record for the first time in program history; they improved to an 8-0 record with a win over No-9 Amherst on Saturday.
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On Saturday, the Bonny Eagle Little League softball team—state champions and regional finals runners-up—was honored at Fenway Park before the Red Sox played the Tigers.
The team won the state title and secured three straight regional wins in July before a 1-0 loss to Guilford, marking an exciting moment on the field.
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Portland Events
Fiction Workshop
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025 · 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.
Amy Grant Concert
Friday, October 3rd, 2025 · 7:30-9:00 p.m. — State Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Amy Grant live in Portland.
The California Honeydrops Concert
Saturday, October 4th, 2025 · 7-9 p.m. — State Theatre — Ticket information available — Experience the vibrant sound of The California Honeydrops on their Redwood Highway Tour.
Alexandra Kay Concert
Sunday, October 5th, 2025 · 7:00-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre — $57/ticket — Catch an exciting live performance by Alexandra Kay in Portland's State Theatre.
Scenic Train Ride in Casco Bay
Monday, October 6th, 2025 · 10 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $23.50 — Experience a nostalgic 40-minute train ride with stunning waterside views and rich history.
An Evening With David Byrne
Wednesday, October 8th, 2025 · 8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Merrill Auditorium — Tickets Available — Experience the legendary sounds of David Byrne live in concert.
Scenic Train Ride
Thursday, October 9th, 2025 · 10 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $23.50 — Experience a 40-minute scenic train ride along Casco Bay while learning about Maine's rich railroading history.
Fall Foliage Wine Sail in Portland, Maine
Friday, October 10th, 2025 · 3-5 p.m. — Maine State Pier — $150 — Experience a scenic sail through Casco Bay while enjoying exquisite European wines and autumn vistas.
LYRES! Concert with Mal Thursday and Tiger Bomb
Saturday, October 11th, 2025 · 7-11 p.m. — Veterans of Foreign Wars — Tickets available — Experience Boston's garage revival legends LYRES live in Portland alongside local acts Mal Thursday and Tiger Bomb.
Fall Foliage Champagne and Oysters Sail
Sunday, October 12th, 2025 · 3-5 p.m. — Maine State Pier — $195 — Sail through scenic Casco Bay while enjoying exquisite Champagnes and fresh oysters.