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Friday, November 7th, 2025
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Orange Bike Brewing on Diamond Street is hosting two food drives starting Friday, Nov. 14 — one from noon to 8 p.m. to benefit local food pantries and a second on Saturday, Nov. 15 serving as a Cranksgiving collection hub to support the Westbrook Food Pantry. The events are part of the brewery's second anniversary celebration, which begins Thursday, Nov. 13 at 5:30 p.m. with acoustic bluegrass by The White Mountain Ramblers and continues with a community happy hour on Friday plus musical performances on Saturday and Sunday. Portland Press Herald
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Narragansett School in Gorham was evacuated twice on Wednesday after a gas leak was reported—firefighters located a small leak on the roof and fixed it, and the school reopened on Thursday with no injuries reported. FOX23
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Thomas Barthelmes, chef and co-owner of Finestkind in Saco, was named Maine Lobster Chef of the Year for 2025 after judges awarded him the honor at Harvest on the Harbor last week—he impressed with a dish of lobster custard with poached lobster in XO sauce, young ginger, and crispy tempura. FOX23
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Portland International Jetport has warned passengers that many flights will face cancellations as the FAA cuts air traffic by 10% at 40 high-volume airports to help maintain safety during the government shutdown. Reductions will start at 4% today and rise gradually, so travelers should check their flight status+ airlines are adjusting schedules accordingly+. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Maine drivers have complained that bright headlights from aftermarket parts cause glare and make night driving unsafe. State police and officials said they would enforce rules to stop illegal lights—drivers must use approved parts to meet safety standards. WGME
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cheverus field hockey came from behind to beat Biddeford 3 to 2 in overtime at Yarmouth High School on Thursday—returning the team to the state final for the fifth straight year; they will face North champion Skowhegan on Saturday at Lewiston High School. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Portland’s veteran captain Mikey Lopez leads the Hearts of Pine as they prepare for a USL League One semifinal in Spokane Sunday night—he brings 13 seasons of pro experience to the team. Lopez has built a strong bond with coach Bobby Murphy over 20 years—support that guides the club in this critical match. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Cape Elizabeth beat Yarmouth 2-0 in the Class B South girls soccer final on Thursday at McCann Field in Bangor, finishing the season 17-0. The undefeated team will play Hermon at 11 a.m. on Saturday at Edward Little High in Auburn (their first state final appearance since 2021). Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Soccer and field hockey regional finals were held on November 6 after a postponement, with overtime wins and close scores in several boys and girls brackets. Top teams including Yarmouth, Oceanside and Telstar advanced to state championship games scheduled for Saturday at Edward Little—Brewer, where they will meet strong opponents. WMTW
- ➤ The Maine Celtics finalized a 13-man roster for their G League opener today that includes two-way players Ron Harper Jr.—Max Shulga—and Amari Williams along with returning veteran Jalen Bridges. The team will begin the season with a road game against the Greensboro Swarm and features several players with NBA experience. Portland Press Herald
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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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The Polar Express Train Ride
4 PM — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — Standard Pricing — Experience a magical train journey to the North Pole with hot chocolate, cookies, and a visit from Santa.
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