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Portland
Monday, October 13th, 2025
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of October.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Maine day care centers faced criticism after a Brewer teacher swung a 3-year-old and a Portland center did not call parents when a 4-month-old broke his arm—raising questions about following state rules. Portland Press Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Speedwell launched The Haunted, a new photo book featuring eerie photos and poetry that reveal a mysterious New England and a flexible project model, and a panel discussion at Portland Museum of Art on Oct. 30 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. — followed by an opening party at Light Manufacturing from 7 p.m. to midnight — accompanies the release. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ The Maine Fiber Tour is taking families to a Kennebunkport farm during the holiday weekend where owner Deb Georgitis will show how wool is sheared and spun into yarn—demonstrating that local textile traditions continue to thrive. WMTW
- ➤ Eight local events will take place this week, including a co-headlining music show by Patty Griffin and Rickie Lee Jones on Friday in Portland, a play in Biddeford, a Taylor Swift dance party, a gear market, a pumpkin festival in Freeport and a Mariners hockey game on Sunday. These diverse events will be held at several venues (the Friday show starts at 8 p.m.), offering community members a range of cultural experiences. Portland Press Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A coastal system is bringing on-and-off showers to southern Maine today with up to 0.75 inches of rain and gusty winds. Boaters and drivers may face hazardous conditions (including rip currents and choppy seas) as the system eases by Tuesday. WMTW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Many Maine families face a crisis when they realize too late that Medicaid is the only default care option, causing them to lose savings—lawmakers have yet to offer clear, better alternatives. Politicians Graham Platner and Susan Collins have shared different views, but neither has set a plan in motion to provide more choices before a crisis hits. Portland Press Herald
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Scenic Train Ride
2 p.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $23.50 — Experience a delightful 40-minute roundtrip train ride while soaking in the stunning views of Casco Bay.
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Scenic Train Ride
2 p.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $23.50 — Experience a delightful roundtrip train ride along Casco Bay with stunning waterside views and fascinating history.
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Fall Foliage Wine Sail in Portland, Maine
3-5 p.m. — Maine State Pier — $150 — Experience a scenic wine sail with Mediterranean reds against the backdrop of Maine’s stunning autumn foliage.
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Fall Foliage Wine Sail in Portland, Maine
3-5 p.m. — Maine State Pier — $195 — Experience wine and oysters while sailing through the vibrant autumn waters of Casco Bay.
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Big Thief Concert
7-9 p.m. — State Theatre — Tickets starting at $174 — Experience the mesmerizing sounds of Big Thief live in Portland.
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Gospel Music Lecture and Demo by Jack Maeby
5:00-6:30 p.m. — The Hill Arts — Free entry — Experience soul-stirring gospel music that ignites joy and resonates through your spirit.
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Maine Tech Week
8 AM – 9 PM — Aura — Ticket required — Celebrate and connect with Maine's vibrant tech community through talks and hands-on sessions.
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Joshua Radin Concert
8-10 p.m. — One Longfellow Square — $11.99 — Enjoy an evening with the empathic troubadour known for heartfelt melodies and powerful storytelling.
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The Cat and the Canary
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Merrill Auditorium — Family-friendly event — Celebrate Halloween with spooky tunes and a fun costume parade on the iconic Kotzschmar Organ.
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Saint Motel Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre — Tickets from $47 — Experience a lively performance by the energetic band Saint Motel in Portland.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Too many of us are not living our dreams because we are living our fears.
~ Les Brown
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