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Portland
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tribal food pantries in Maine have added extra hours and workers as SNAP cuts from a federal shutdown left more families in need. Pantry managers are now relying on local hunters and tribal orders — efforts that help them provide traditional foods. Portland Press Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Outdoor lovers and film fans will attend the Film Fest for Casco Bay on Saturday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.—held at the University of Southern Maine's Abromson Center in Portland—where films highlight themes of nature and adventure. WGME
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Scientists at the University of New England placed a new wave buoy in Saco Bay, one mile offshore, to collect real-time data on our coast. Funded by the National Science Foundation, the buoy measures wave heights, water temperature, and oxygen levels—helping study coastal erosion for future research. WMTW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Portland voters will decide on Tuesday if a ballot measure passes to raise the minimum wage from $15.50 to $16.75 on Jan. 1, 2026 and eventually to $19 by 2028—supporters say rising living costs demand the change while critics worry small businesses could struggle. The result may affect local business conditions for years. FOX23
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Northern Light Health said on Tuesday it will hold bills for Anthem patients who received care after Oct 31 until contract negotiations are completed—Anthem says claims from Nov 1 will be processed as out-of-network unless an extension is signed. WMTW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Washington Academy finished at the top of the final Varsity Maine volleyball poll after a tough five-set Class B championship win over York—earning six of nine first‐place votes and placing ahead of three‐time Class A champion Gorham. The poll is based on games played before November 4. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Brunswick boys soccer won the Class A North regional title on Tuesday night—beating Camden Hills in a penalty shootout for their first title since 2022. The Dragons will play Scarborough on Saturday at Messalonskee High in a state rematch. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Portland’s men's soccer team advanced to the USL League One semifinals after goalie Hunter Morse made nine saves in a 1-0 win over the Chattanooga Red Wolves on Saturday—his record-setting performance helped secure the win and set the stage for a 9 p.m. match against Spokane Velocity on Sunday. Portland Press Herald
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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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Literacy Tour 2025 with Julie Falatko
3:30–4:30 p.m. — Portland Public Library — Free entry — Explore enchanting stories with Daniel Tiger and Maine's own Julie Falatko.
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Ballads and Crankies: Music and Visual Art Experience
8-11:30 p.m. — SPACE Gallery — All ages — Experience an intimate evening of folk music and visual art combining haunting ballads and intricate paper animations.
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Intro to Argentine Tango and Practica
7-9 p.m. — The Portland Yoga Project — First lesson free, $50 for all six classes — Discover the elegant fundamentals of Argentine Tango with expert guidance.
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Maine Irish Song Project Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Maine Irish Heritage Center — $25 general admission or $35 front row — Experience the rich tradition of Maine's Irish songs performed by the celebrated duo Castlebay.
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Annual Makers Market Christmas Arts & Craft Show
9 AM — South Portland High School — Free entry — Explore a festive array of Maine-made crafts and holiday goodies at this 2-day market.
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Bess Jacques & The Strays Live Performance
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Blue Portland Maine — Check for tickets — Experience an eclectic mix of jazz, Americana, and more with lush vocal ballads and vibrant tunes.
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2025 The Polar Express Train Ride
4 PM — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — Standard pricing — Experience a magical journey to the North Pole on a festive train ride with storytelling and treats.
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