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Friday, November 8th, 2024

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Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • CBS13 and Fox23 in Portland are hosting their third annual Veterans Day Drive-Thru event offering free donuts and coffee to veterans and their families on Nov. 11.  FOX23

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A 66-year-old Connecticut woman died after being struck by a car in Portland while crossing the street.  Portland Press Herald
  • A man was severely injured after being struck by a train in Portland and is currently hospitalized.  Portland Press Herald

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Maine's drought intensifies, affecting nearly 65% of the state, with a sharp increase from 33% last week and elevating fire risks.  FOX23

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Wes Pelletier wins the Portland District Two City Council seat through ranked-choice voting, securing 53% of the final vote.  West End News
  • Independent Angus King wins Maine Senate race for a third term, emphasizing his commitment to bipartisan work in the new Congress.  FOX23

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 11/9/24

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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.

    Sun, 11/10/24

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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.

    Mon, 11/11/24

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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.

    Tue, 11/12/24

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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.

    Wed, 11/13/24

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  • Thursday Evening Trivia Challenge

    Experience a fun and engaging trivia night with prizes at Freedom's Edge Cider every Thursday.

    Thu, 11/14/24

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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.

    Fri, 11/15/24

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  • USM Fall Craft Show: A Holiday Market Experience

    Experience a festive atmosphere with over 150 makers showcasing their crafts while supporting USM student athletes and completing your holiday shopping.

    Sat, 11/16/24

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  • Turkey Trot Tune Up & Kids Turkey Dash

    Experience a fun-filled day of running with the Turkey Trot Tune Up and the Kid's Turkey Dash in Portland.

    Sun, 11/17/24

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  • Coed Indoor Volleyball League on Monday

    Experience a fun and active environment playing coed volleyball with friends and community members at The Point in South Portland.

    Mon, 11/18/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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