Afternoon Links - Monday, September 11, 2023

City

Encampment Tensions, Quorum Woes, and a Slew of Slurs – City Council Review 09/06/23 πŸ› The Portland Townsman

Community

Free Activities at Reiche Community Room πŸ› The West End News

Lego lovers unite for finale of Portland's Brick Universe Expo - YouTube - CBS 13 News

COVID-19

Updated COVID vaccine could be available in Maine soon πŸ› Maine Public

Food and Drink

Upcoming Events πŸ› Portland Food Map

Healthcare

Feds to resume dementia care payments to Maine Veterans Homes πŸ› Bangor Daily News

History

Portland police, firefighters honor counterparts who responded to Sept. 11 attacks πŸ› Maine Public

Portland first responders commemorate fallen 9/11 heroes πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Police

Police Searching for Driver of Stolen Vehicle on Saturday πŸ› Munjoy Hill News

Politics

Toss-up elections could decide Maine’s electric future πŸ› Bangor Daily News

Public Safety

Tracking Lee: Sept. 11 -- 11 a.m. update - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Hurricane Lee heading this way - YouTube - WMTW-TV

Sports

Sports Digest: Anthony leads Sea Dogs to 9-3 win in completion of suspended game πŸ› Portland Press Herald

Things to Do

The 15th Annual Community Block Party πŸ› Portland Downtonwn

Taking a Knee for Change "Book Launch Party" πŸ› Portland Downtonwn

The Maine Stage: Burlesque, Drag, Flow πŸ› Portland Downtonwn

Twilight in the Park πŸ› Portland Downtonwn

Layne's Wine Gig - A Live Event πŸ› The West End News