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Monday, November 10th, 2025
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 10th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Maine scouts launched their annual food drive on Saturday at a local Hannaford in Standish to support the food pantry by collecting unexpired nonperishable items—this drive comes as SNAP cuts increase the need for donations. WGME
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Portland-based singer-songwriter Liza Miller led over 30 musicians in recording a 32-track album called Songs of Hope for Gaza to raise money for Anera’s work with Gaza refugees — the album, a co-release by Pretty Purgatory Records and Dear Life Records, features 15 Maine tracks by artists like Jacob Augustine and Tremolo Fields. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ On Saturday, a climate change theater event was held at Wolfe’s Neck Center in Freeport—featuring six live plays that used stories about oysters and orcas to highlight environmental challenges. Organizer Luke Myers said the event aimed to spur audience involvement in climate justice. Portland Press Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ At Popham Beach State Park the Morse River is shifting and eroding the beach nearly 100 feet a year while Small Point Beach grows at a similar rate—Maine’s Bureau of Parks and Lands is exploring new ways to adapt the park to rising sea levels and stronger storms. FOX23
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A new list details 13 sports bars where fans can watch live games with deals, multiple TVs and themed menus in cities including Portland, Falmouth, Brunswick, Lewiston-Auburn, Waterville and Winslow. The guide highlights venues like Commercial Street Pub and Fore Play Sports Pub and explains how each offers a unique game day experience—fans have many local choices to enjoy their favorite sports. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ The Maine Mariners completed a three game sweep over the Worcester Railers on Sunday in Worcester (Massachusetts) with a final score of 4 to 2. Jacob Perrault scored less than two minutes into the game while Lynden McCallum added two goals, extending Maine's winning streak to four and its point streak to eight. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Bates field hockey won its first NECAC title with a 2-0 win against Wesleyan on Sunday in Medford — Brooke Moloney-Kolenberg scored a goal and assisted to help the team earn an NCAA DIII tournament berth. Portland Press Herald
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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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Maine Mariners vs Norfolk Admirals
3:00-4:30 p.m. — Cross Insurance Arena — $10 tickets — Enjoy an exciting hockey game with fun activities for all ages.
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