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The Weekend Guide: November 13th-15th, 2026

Portland has a packed weekend ahead! From big-name concerts and stand-up comedy to local markets, holiday shopping, and family-friendly fun, there’s plenty happening around town. Catch live music from Goose, The War and Treaty, and more, check out the Celtic Fair, or get a head start on your holiday shopping at Thompson’s Point. Here’s what’s happening in Portland this weekend!

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Portland residents weigh in on plan to build new soccer stadium on waterfront

PORTLAND (WGME) -- Plans to transform part of Portland’s waterfront into a soccer stadium are still being kicked around. The Portland Hearts of Pine have plans to build a new stadium on Cassidy Point, with 9,000-11,000 seats. The team needs zoning approval before construction can start next year, despite...

mooseheadnews.com

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Brunswick Maine Early Bird Sale: Your 2026 Holiday Shopping Guide

Are you ready for a festive holiday shopping adventure? Downtown Brunswick comes alive with cheerful energy every November, especially during […]. Are you ready for a festive holiday shopping adventure? Downtown Brunswick comes alive with cheerful energy every November, especially during the Brunswick Early Bird Sale 2026. Consequently, local merchants roll out the red carpet for eager shoppers. Mark your calendar for Saturday, November 14, 2026. Festivities kick off as early as 6:00 AM. Furthermore, the early morning hours bring the most incredible savings.

Brunswick, ME · 1d

Cruise Fever

Maine Cruise Port to Vote on Cruise Ship Scrubber Ban

Portland, Maine’s City Council is looking into a ban on cruise ship “scrubbers” while the vessels are in port. The resolution, which will be considered on Monday, would make the popular New England cruise stop the first port in the state to restrict exhaust gas cleaning systems (better known as scrubbers) on visiting cruise ships. […] The post Maine Cruise Port to Vote on Cruise Ship Scrubber Ban appeared first on Cruise Fever . You can sign up for our free cruise newsletter and get the latest cruise news sent straight to your inbox.

Portland, ME · 23h

We Are Aroostook

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Gabriel Iglesias Once Performed for More Than Three Hours in Maine

The comedian is no stranger to our Pine Tree State, having performed several notable shows up this way over the years.

lcnme.com

Old Orchard Surges Past Boothbay in Regional Final

The Boothbay football team lost to undefeated Old Orchard Beach 46-8 in an 8-Man League Small School South Division championship game in the rain on Saturday, Nov 7 in Old Orchard Beach. The top seed Old Orchard Beach won their fifth straight South Division title and improved to 10 0....

Boothbay, ME · 2d

sacobaynews.com

Old Orchard Beach, ME · 1d

Tiny pests invade Guild Park, volunteers fight back

If you’ve driven down Temple Avenue in Ocean Park lately, you’ve probably noticed that Guild Park, known for its tall pines, looks a bit sparse. As those who pay attention to such things have been hearing for some time now, the Hemlock Woolly Adelgid has made its way from east Asia to our shores, and it’s not good news for Maine’s hemlock and spruce trees.

Country Herald

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Maine Winter Thanksgiving Travel: Even Salted I-95 Can Freeze

I-95 and I-295 travelers face a hidden winter hazard when road salt loses effectiveness below 20 degrees.

nationalfisherman.com

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Maine fishermen to test ocean robots in Portland, Rockland

Maine commercial fishermen will get a firsthand look at two ocean robots designed to help captains better understand conditions on their fishing grounds during upcoming demonstrations in Portland and Rockland. The Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association (MCFA) is hosting the demonstrations as part of Robots for Fishermen, a project under the...

Portland, ME · 6h

94.9 HOM

Old Port Hunger Meets Its Match At Lenora, Open From 8 A.m. With Handmade Tortillas And Fresh Salsas

Old Port hunger hits and everything's napping, no worries because Lenora will feed your food cravings and more!

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Amtrak “Tops Out” Steel Structure for New Train Maintenance Facility in Boston

Amtrak recently topped out the steel structure for its new Maintenance & Inspection (M&I) Facility in Boston and the building envelope is closing in, marking the placement of the final steel beam and an important construction milestone at Southampton Yard. This achievement reflects the strong collaboration between Amtrak and the project contractor as the facility continues to take shape.

Boston, NY · 1d

WGME

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Meet Bonnie, this sweet pup is head over paws for people

Meet Bonnie! She’s a sweet, affectionate dog who loves spending time with her humans. The Animal Welfare Society says Bonnie has an especially endearing habit of sitting on people’s feet or leaning against them when she wants some love. Bonnie came to AWS after her owner passed away...

Portland, ME · 6h

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John Mulaney Adds New Maine Show After Canceling Bangor Date

The comedian was originally scheduled to perform at the Cross Insurance Center on Nov. 5.

thewindhameagle.com

PWD secures $8.1 million grant to protect Sebago Lake

Portland Water District (PWD) has been awarded an $8.1 million federal grant to lead a regional watershed protection initiative safeguarding Sebago Lake, the drinking water source for more than 200,000 people. Through the Sebago Clean Waters (SCW) collaborative, partners will advance stream restoration, forest conservation, and forest stewardship across the...

Portland, ME · 13h

bowdoinorient.com

BCMA hosts Dunlap Broadside copy of Declaration of Independence with Maine Historical Society

On October 30 and 31, the Bowdoin College Museum of Art (BCMA) displayed a copy of the Declaration of Independence in the rotunda for the Bowdoin and Brunswick communities. This specific copy of the document has been on tour in 16 different locations throughout the state with the Maine Historical Society (MHS) since July 4 to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence.

Brunswick, ME · 15h

mainebiz.biz

Portland software firm hires Atlanta-based CEO

Vetro, a Portland-based provider of fiber network management software, has named Chris Lindenau its next CEO. Lindenau, who is based in Atlanta, succeeds the company’s founder, Will Mitchell, who will remain on the board of directors and serve as a strategic advisor. At Vetro, Lindenau will oversee efforts to...

WGME

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Portland has lost 13 winter days since 1970, study finds

Why have Maine winters become shorter according to the study?. Maine winters can vary widely from year to year. Alongside shifting climate patterns, long-term warming may also be changing how long winter lasts across the Northeast. A Climate Central study found that Portland, Maine, now has 13 fewer winter days...

Portland, ME · 7h

94.9 HOM

Grab Your Skates, Thompson’s Point Rink in Portland Is Almost Back!

Thompsons Point Rink opens Friday November 27, the day after Thanksgiving. Lace up, grab a hot chocolate, and take in the snowy scenery with your people.