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Tuesday, November 5th, 2024
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of November.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Angelique Kidjo, celebrated as 'Africa's premier diva', will perform in Portland on Nov. 13, highlighting her unique blend of global musical influences. Portland Press Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Portland voters will decide on a referendum to potentially change hazard pay conditions to only apply during city-declared states of emergency, currently triggered by wider state or regional declarations. FOX23
- ➤ Maine voters to participate in crucial elections with enhanced safety measures for poll workers following previous threats. WGME
- ➤ Maine's absentee ballot submissions for the 2024 general election are the second highest recorded, trailing only behind the 2020 pandemic year, reflecting a strong early voter turnout. WMTW
- ➤ Maine's Election Day features presidential, congressional, legislative races, and several local elections, with key information on polling place logistics, registration, and voting procedures provided. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ The Portland City Council unanimously passed a major overhaul to the city's zoning laws, marking the first significant changes since the 1970s, to foster sustainable growth and address housing needs. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Over a third of all registered voters in Portland, Maine, have cast their ballots ahead of Election Day, which still anticipates busy polling places. WMTW
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Teen Pathfinder Games
Experience ongoing Pathfinder games designed for teens in grades 6-12 at Curtis Memorial Library.
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Moontricks Live in Concert
Experience the captivating fusion of electro-folk and modern electronic production from the acclaimed duo Moontricks, inspired by the natural beauty of the Kootenay mountains.
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Oxbow Live: The Slaps with Noah Pope and Shane T
Experience a night of innovative music as The Slaps showcase their experimental sounds alongside Noah Pope at Oxbow Blending & Bottling.
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Odie Leigh Concert at Portland House of Music and Events
Experience a live performance by Odie Leigh in the vibrant setting of Portland House of Music and Events.
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Portland Maine Wedding Show
Explore a plethora of wedding vendors, trends, and planning tips at the Portland Maine Wedding Show, featuring exciting giveaways and a chance to win a dreamy honeymoon.
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Portland Maine Madness: Amazing Race and City Tour
Experience a lively scavenger hunt that combines solving clues with exploring Portland's hidden gems in a uniquely interactive way.
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Community Bingo Event
Experience a fun-filled day of BINGO with lunch options available, starting from midday at the Elks Lodge in Portland.
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Angelique Kidjo: A Musical Journey
Experience the extraordinary talent of five-time Grammy Award winner Angélique Kidjo, a masterful fusion of West African traditional music with global sounds.
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Thursday Evening Trivia Challenge
Experience a fun and engaging trivia night with prizes at Freedom's Edge Cider every Thursday.
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Historic New England Summit 2024
Experience New England's largest preservation conference focused on collective roles in historic preservation, held at the Westin Portland Harborview or via livestream.
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