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In today's newsletter:
- How to get free home energy help in South Portland
- What does Trumpās vaccine order really change for Maine families?
- How a new Portland project could affect South Portlandās housing picture
Today's riddle: Why was the pony eating cough drops? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 81 and low of 62 degrees.
- Thursday: A thunderstorm in spots, temps: high: 79, low: 63.
- Friday: Breezy with a stray shower, with a high of 81 and low of 63 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. South Portland launches new home energy program (pressherald.com) ā South Portland is rolling out a new home energy program that offers free weatherization assessments and minor repairs for 50 local households, with applications accepted on a rolling basis. City sustainability staff and contractors will visit homes, suggest priority upgrades, and even provide basic materials, while weekly office hours and Age Friendly South Portland volunteers help residents tap rebates and free weatherization kits. 
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2. DHHS says Trump executive order does not change vaccines in Maine (wmtw.com) ā From South Portland, state health officials say Maineās childhood vaccine schedule is unchanged despite a new executive order from President Trump calling for a review and spacing out shots. Maine DHHS and local pediatricians emphasize theyāll keep following American Academy of Pediatrics guidance. Families are urged to continue vaccinating on the current evidence-based schedule while Congress considers any federal changes. Ā Ā Ā
3. Portland Planning Board reviews plan for new affordable housing project (wgme.com) ā Portlandās Planning Board is weighing a 63-unit affordable housing project on Ashmont Street, aimed at people transitioning from homelessness and residents 55 and older. A project leader notes only 97 affordable units are in the pipeline across Portland and South Portland, while neighbors worry about parking with just 10 new spaces planned. Ā Ā Ā
4. MaineCare Mega-Biller That Drew Over $47 Million Has Payments Suspended Months After The Maine Wire Visited Their Office (themainewire.com) ā A South Portland-based home health billing company, Community Home Health Care, has been suspended from MaineCare payments after state investigators found fraud allegations credible enough to halt reimbursements. The firm, which operates from Main Street, previously received nearly $48 million in taxpayer funds. It still holds a license and can appeal, leaving questions about oversight and local jobs. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around South Portland
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2026 Portland Fine Craft Show ā
Lincoln Park, Congress St &, Pearl St, Portland
10:00 am
Saturday August 22
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Age Friendly Committee - IN PERSON ā
South Portland, ME Calendar, 482 Broadway, South Portland
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Planning Board - HYBRID ā
South Portland, ME Calendar, 25 Cottage Rd., South Portland
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Open Space Acquisition Committee - IN PERSON ā
South Portland, ME Calendar, 929 Highland Ave., South Portland
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Board of Harbor Commission Public Hearing - HYBRID ā
South Portland, ME Calendar, 2 Portland Fish Pier - Suite 105, Portland
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Board of Education Meeting - IN PERSON ā
South Portland, ME Calendar, 637 Highland Ave, South Portland
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Conservation Committee - HYBRID ā
South Portland, ME Calendar, 829 Sawyer Street, South Portland
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Bike/Ped Committee - IN PERSON ā
South Portland, ME Calendar, 929 Highland Ave., South Portland
7:30 am
Wednesday August 12
Thursday August 13
Monday August 17
Wednesday August 19
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School Building Cmte (SBC)
Cape Elizabeth Public Schools CEMS - Chorus Room
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Early Release / Staff PD Students Released at 1:10
Ocean Avenue Portland, ME 04103
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Line Dancing Lessons with DeeDee Allen ā
Throttle Car Club, 10 Dynamic Dr, Scarborough
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Pete Holmes ā
State Theatre, 609 Congress St, Portland
8:00 pm
Wednesday August 12
Friday August 14
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What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hi- I'm in the Willard beach/Rosemount Bakery area and looking for a cleaner to do bi-weekly cleanings at my house.
The house is 4 bedrooms, 2.5baths and 2900 sqft. I maintain it and we don't have any pets. It usually takes me about 4 hours, I'm a single momā¦ (Nextdoor Willard Beach/Meeting Hse) - Does anyone know where to take a female dog to be neutered that doesnāt cost $1000?
A relative of mine recently took in this 14 lb female who is approximately 1.5 yrs old. Any suggestions would be appreciated. (Nextdoor Knightville)
- Capstone Logistics posted a job opening for Freight Handler in South Portland. Apply here.
- Wipfli, LLP posted a job opening for Audit Manager, Manufacturing and Distribution in South Portland. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near South Portland here.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: He was a little hoarse. (Thank you Henry L. for sending it in!)
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