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Thursday, December 11th, 2025
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Seven Subway franchises owned by MTF Subs closed on Wednesday after state officials revoked their registration certificates, leaving some employees unpaid. The company said it is working on a temporary solution for locations in Topsham, Portland, Brunswick, Lisbon Falls, Hampden, Westbrook (and Wiscasset). WGME
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cape Porpoise honors Maine's fishing heritage every holiday season with a lobster trap tree built from donated traps and buoys. Raven Fulford leads the community project that began in the 1980s and now draws local residents and visitors. WGME
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maine is likely falling short of its goal to add 6,900 homes in 2025 as officials are still setting up a system to track construction and permits. New state requirements take effect next month (focusing on larger towns) while local groups work to fill data gaps. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Portland’s warming shelter in Riverton opens when cold conditions are forecast to bring lows of 15 degrees or snowfall over 10 inches. The facility at 166 Riverside Industrial Parkway operates 7:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. and is set to run about 50 nights this winter. Portland Press Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Enhanced ACA subsidies that tens of thousands of Mainers rely on are set to expire on New Year's Eve, a change that could raise insurance costs by at least 17% for small business owners using coverME.gov. Lawmakers in the U.S. House have introduced a bipartisan bill to extend the COVID-19 era subsidies for two years. WMTW
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Portland Planning Board approved plans for a 30-story building at 45 Union Street in the Old Port. Developer East Brown Cow Management said the project will include apartments, a hotel, a restaurant, and retail shops and will generate $3.3 million for the city’s housing fund as Maine’s tallest building. FOX23
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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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