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Saturday, November 9th, 2024

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Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week shines a light on the necessity for donations and adoptions to support over 6 million pets in U.S. shelters.  FOX23

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A pedestrian was seriously injured after being hit by a train in Portland and was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.  WGAN

CULTURE NEWS

  • Amy Allen, from Maine, earns a Grammy nomination for Songwriter of the Year due to her work on Sabrina Carpenter's 'Short n' Sweet' album.  Portland Press Herald
  • CBS13's photojournalist Nate Ullman showcased Ugly Duckling, a local coffee shop in Portland, as part of their Brew of the Week series, highlighting notable Maine coffee spots.  FOX23

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Portland Public Schools implements a plan allowing for up to three traditional snow days and switching to remote learning for any additional closures, ensuring academic continuity and meal provision during virtual learning days.  WMTW

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Maine's close congressional race between Rep. Jared Golden and Austin Theriault is set for a ranked choice count as neither candidate achieved over 50% of the vote.  WGAN

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • Portland, Maine Amazing Race Adventure

    Experience a unique scavenger hunt in Portland, tackling creative challenges and uncovering hidden gems while enjoying team bonding.

    Tue, 11/19/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Vision without execution is hallucination.

~ Thomas Edison

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