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Wednesday, December 10th, 2025
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity celebrated completing Sunset Place in South Portland Tuesday during a brief ceremony. The new affordable housing project is expected to benefit local families. FOX23
- ➤ The community chest freezer outside Mr. Tuna on the Franklin Street patio, set up by Jordan Rubin and his wife and business partner Marisa, has been filled with donated frozen foods from local residents and businesses and will remain available throughout the winter while local artists plan to paint it soon. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Wreaths Across America held its final Maine parade on Monday in York Village—honoring military families and their service—as it wrapped up stops in the Pine Tree State before heading through Massachusetts, Connecticut and New Jersey to Arlington National Cemetery. WMTW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Two Maine desserts earned recognition on the New York Times’ Best Desserts list. The Dulce de Leche Flan from Franciska Wine Bar (Portland) and the Blueberry Bread Pudding from McLoons Lobster Shack (South Thomaston) impressed critics with balanced flavors and creative ingredients. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Holiday on the Harbor is a new seasonal tradition set to bring festive decor and winter views to Portland's Casco Bay waterfront as local officials and business owners shared details about the upcoming event. Visitors can look forward to experiencing holiday cheer along the revitalized coast. WGME
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Collins called on the Commerce and Trade Departments to exempt Maine’s wild blueberry industry from a 50 percent tariff that has raised costs for Canadian-made harvest equipment + the tariff on steel and aluminum adds to expenses for an industry that contributes over $360 million annually. FOX23
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local sports coverage spotlights 15 top southern Maine boys hockey players to watch during the upcoming 2025-26 season (including standout state champion performers like Colby Carnes and Trent Lesieur). The report details key scoring records and team roles that promise exciting action ahead. Portland Press Herald
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Joe DeRosa Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Empire Comedy Club — General Admission available — Catch a night of laughs with acclaimed comedian Joe DeRosa as he performs live in Portland.
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Maine Mariners vs Worcester Railers
6:00 – 7:30 PM — Cross Insurance Arena — Check event page for ticket pricing — Celebrate Portland Pirates night with specialty jerseys and alumni appearances.
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Magic of Christmas Concert
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Merrill Auditorium — Ticket info not provided — Experience the festive celebration of joy and music featuring the Portland Symphony Orchestra and special guests.
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A Victorian Nutcracker
7-8:30 p.m. — Merrill Auditorium — Tickets available — Experience the magic of a classic ballet in the heart of Portland.
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Bess Jacques & The Strays Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Blue Portland Maine — Ticket info not provided — Experience an eclectic mix of jazz, Americana, and faux-tango-pop with Bess Jacques & The Strays.
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2025 The Polar Express™ Train Ride
5:15 p.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — Premium pricing applies — Experience the magic of the holiday season with a delightful ride to the North Pole inspired by the classic story.
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Disney on Ice: Into the Magic
7-11 p.m. — Cross Insurance Arena — Tickets available — Experience your favorite Disney characters realizing their dreams in a spectacular ice skating show.
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Maker's Market
10 AM – 3 PM — Thompson's Point — Free entry — Explore local Maine artisans, enjoy mimosas, and embrace the community spirit.
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THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride
5:15 p.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — Premium pricing — Experience a magical journey to the North Pole on a festive train ride filled with holiday cheer.
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SAFe® 5.1 Lean Portfolio Management Training
9 AM - 1 AM — Portland, ME — Early Bird $1299, Regular $1499 — Enhance your agile skills in a hands-on workshop designed for leaders and managers in portfolio management.
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