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Saturday, December 13th, 2025
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A WWII veteran from Monmouth, Delmont Johnston, has been positively identified 80 years after dying in a Japanese POW camp. His remains, kept in an American cemetery in Manila after decades of testing, will be reburied in Augusta in the spring. WGME
- ➤ Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland is seeking a quiet home for a bonded pair of senior dogs, Bear and Dusty (Bear is shy while Dusty warms up quickly) as they may prefer being the only pets in the household. WGME
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Popup Bagels held its grand opening yesterday in the Old Port at the former Nosh Tacos building on Middle Street. The bagel chain, which began in Connecticut, celebrated with a custom blueberry schmear from Stonewall Kitchen for one day. FOX23
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ National Geographic advises travelers to explore Maine’s authentic charm by visiting seven towns including postcard favorites Bar Harbor and Camden, along with lesser-known spots like Brooklin, Brunswick, and Greenville. The piece urges visitors to experience the state’s true character through small-town experiences. Portland Press Herald
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Regulators voted Thursday to extend the shrimp fishing shutdown for three more years as warming waters left shrimp populations too low for sustainable harvest. Maine fishermen, who once caught millions of pounds each winter, now must shift to other species amid the industry's decline. FOX23
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Center for Wildlife visited CBS13 + Fox23 studios on Friday, Dec. 12 to teach locals about Gaia, a great horned owl. WGME
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Maine hospitals report a rise in cannabis hyperemesis syndrome (causing severe nausea and vomiting from heavy cannabis use) with MaineHealth emergency rooms noting cases jump from 7 in 2019 to 83 so far in 2025. A local doctor advises patients to avoid cannabis for a month. WMTW
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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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Polar Express Train Ride
5:15 p.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical journey to the North Pole aboard a festive train ride this holiday season.
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Maine Mariners vs Trois-Rivières Lions
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Cross Insurance Arena — Watch an exciting hockey matchup featuring the Maine Mariners and Trois-Rivières Lions.
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