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Thursday, October 17th, 2024

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Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Portland and the Maine Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing honor former East End Community School ed-tech, Joshua Seal, with a memorial bench following the Lewiston tragedy.  WGME
  • Jeff Parsons and Lori Voornas from WHOM radio continue their 22-year tradition of raising funds for breast cancer research through their annual 'Cans for a Cure' event in southern Maine.  FOX23

CRIME NEWS

  • A Maine man received a federal prison sentence of over 10 years for his involvement in a national drug trafficking operation, marking him as the eighth person sentenced in this case.  WMTW
  • A former Portland teacher, Travis McCutcheon, was sentenced to over three years in prison for possessing child pornography, following a tip from the National Center for Exploited and Missing Children.  FOX23
  • A 19-year-old was arrested in Portland for the attempted murder of a 17-year-old, who is now critically injured.  WGME
  • A 19-year-old was arrested in South Portland for the attempted murder of a 17-year-old, leaving the victim critically injured.  FOX23

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • A freeze watch is issued for Coastal Maine with temperatures expected to fall into the upper 20s and lower 30s overnight, signaling the end of the growing season.  WMTW

HEALTH NEWS

  • MaineHealth collaborates with Tufts University on a $20.7 million study to explore the causes and potential treatments for post-treatment Lyme disease syndrome, using a cohort of 1,000 patients over five years.  Portland Press Herald

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Scenic Train Ride Along Casco Bay

    Experience a scenic 40-minute train ride in historic passenger cars while learning about Maine's narrow gauge railroading and enjoying beautiful waterside views of Casco Bay.

    Fri, 10/18/24

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  • Harvest Craft and Bake Sale at Portland Lodge #188

    Experience a delightful day of handmade crafts and delicious baked goods from local crafters and bakers in Maine.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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  • Nature Crafting Holiday Workshops with Farmer Steph at Toad & Co

    Celebrate the holiday season through Nature Crafting activities led by Farmer Steph, designed for all ages at Toad & Co in Portland.

    Sun, 10/20/24

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  • In-Person Crafting Meetup

    Experience a creative atmosphere by bringing your latest craft project to share and discuss with fellow local artisans.

    Mon, 10/21/24

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  • Community Bingo Event

    Experience an engaging day of bingo at the Portland Elks Lodge, complete with lunch options and ample parking.

    Tue, 10/22/24

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  • In-Person Pathfinder Gaming for Teens

    Experience ongoing Pathfinder games for teens in grades 6-12 at the Curtis Memorial Library.

    Wed, 10/23/24

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  • Sustainability Networking Happy Hour in Portland

    Engage in casual conversations and networking with fellow sustainability enthusiasts in a friendly environment.

    Thu, 10/24/24

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  • Scenic Train Ride Through Maine's Waterside Views

    Experience a unique journey in preserved passenger cars while exploring Maine's narrow gauge railroading history and enjoying beautiful waterside scenery.

    Fri, 10/25/24

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  • A Haunting Experience on Mayo Street

    Experience a captivating Victorian-style magic show as Stanley the Great connects with spirits from beyond the grave.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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  • Pumpkin Train Experience

    Experience a delightful fall-themed train ride on an authentic narrow gauge train, complete with narration and stunning views of Portland's waterfront.

    Sun, 10/27/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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