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Portland
Tuesday, October 21st, 2025
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Meadowbrook Equestrian Center barn burned on Sept. 18, leaving eight horses in need of shelter and prompting the center to convert its indoor arena into temporary stalls + local donors and businesses have donated support while a GoFundMe campaign raised nearly $21,000 toward rebuilding the historic barn. Portland Press Herald
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Customer Gretchen Ascher took her 1970 Panasonic record player to New England Hi-Fi for repairs but after months of delays the South Portland shop closed abruptly — landlords later held a public sale of its abandoned equipment without notifying her. Ascher now searches online for her missing family heirloom. Portland Press Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Harvest on the Harbor returns to Portland from October 30 to November 1 at Maine Studio Work at 170 Anderson St.—the event features local chefs, seafood and spirits for adults 21 and older. FOX23
- ➤ Local audiences will have a busy week of events as the stage production 'Misery' at The Public Theatre in Lewiston runs from Friday to Nov. 9 and OgunquitFest in downtown Ogunquit offers trick-or-treating and a craft fair from Friday to Sunday — additional activities include 'A Monster Calls' in Gorham, Portland Ballet’s 'Adventures in Wonderland' in Westbrook, the Guild Fine Craft Show in Brunswick, and WMPG’s record sale at 92 Bedford St. on Oct. 26. Portland Press Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Oct. 20, National School Bus Safety Week and School Bus Driver Appreciation Week began in Maine, and South Portland advocate Adrian Dowling urged drivers to obey laws requiring them to stop for school buses. Dowling warned that many drivers break these rules and that failing to stop can lead to a $250 fine, a 30-day license suspension, and higher insurance rates—critical measures to protect our children. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ The Cape Elizabeth school district will form a Greater Cape School and Community Alliance that unites local business and nonprofit leaders with school staff to support hands-on learning opportunities. The group will hold its first meeting on October 29th at the fire station — aiming to create stronger community partnerships for real-world learning. Portland Press Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A CDC and DEP study found that benzene levels near the Pearl Street tank farm exceeded state air guidelines in samples taken from November 2023 to May 2025—officials say further testing will guide safety measures. City council members discussed a proposed 1,000-foot setback for new development as they await the final report next fall. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Wastewater experts (in Maine) have urged lawmakers to stop landfilling biosolids after four studies found that landfills lack long-term capacity and that applying biosolids to land causes less environmental harm, a safer alternative that supports climate goals (Maine banned spreading treated sludge in 2022 due to PFAS concerns, yet all biosolids have been landfilled or shipped out of state). FOX23
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Portland officials said the Tukey’s Bridge section of Back Cove Trail has been closed for gas pipeline maintenance since Monday — it will reopen for the weekend before closing again Oct. 27 through Oct. 31; Greater Portland Metro is offering free bus rides at three stops near the bridge. WMTW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ CBS13 and FOX23 will join the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office on Friday from 6 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. — at CBS13 studios, 81 Northport Drive in Portland — to help residents safely dispose of unwanted prescription medications. FOX23
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Portland food editor Peggy Grodinsky tried making homemade gummy candy and faced many problems like molds sticking and textures turning wrong. She changed ingredients for better chew—now she says buying Haribo is a smarter choice. Portland Press Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Maine men’s hockey team tied Quinnipiac on Friday and lost 4—0 on Saturday after allowing two late goals and struggling with its penalty kill, which dropped them from seventh to ninth in the US College Hockey Online poll. The team will play Colgate at Alfond Arena in Orono this weekend to try to regain its momentum. Portland Press Herald
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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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Madilyn Mei Live Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Portland House Of Music and Events (HOME) — Tickets available now — Experience an unforgettable evening with the rising artist Madilyn Mei.
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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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Jonathan Richman and the Modern Lovers
8-11 p.m. — SPACE Gallery — Get your tickets ASAP — Experience the return of a songwriting legend for two nights in Portland!
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Pierre Bensusan Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — One Longfellow Square — Tickets required — Experience an enchanting blend of world music with Pierre Bensusan's captivating guitar melodies.
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All Hallow's Market and Flash Tattoo Event
11 AM – 11 PM — Brass & Briar Studios — Free entry — Explore spooky vendors and grab unique flash tattoos at this Halloween-themed market.
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Worcester Railers vs. Maine Mariners
7:15-8:45 p.m. — Cross Insurance Arena — Ticket required for all ages 2 and up — Catch an exciting hockey showdown in Portland!
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Annual Celtic Fair 2025
9 AM – 3 PM — Maine Irish Heritage Center — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday spirit with Irish dance, festive food, and local artistry.
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Headshot Happy Hour
4-6 p.m. — Argenta Brewing Company — Headshot + Drink ticket available — Network over local drinks and capture a new professional headshot.
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