Storm & Power Disruptions: A late-August storm knocked out power at the Portland International Jetport, forcing reduced operations on backup power before breakers tripped again during restoration. Traffic & Safety: A crash on I-295 in Portland closed the left lane and the Exit 8 off-ramp, with drivers urged to expect delays. Community Fundraisers: The Tunnel to Towers 5K in Portland raised about $12,500 for veterans and first responders; a Scarborough church hosted a 5K for the South Portland Food Cupboard; and Topsham’s Drive Out Cancer field hockey tournament brought in more than $8,000 for Maine Children’s Cancer Program. Local Sports & Happenings: Fort Wayne FC’s Taig Healy returned to the Portland area for a 4-1 win over Hearts of Pine, scoring twice and adding an assist. Public Health & Accountability: Maine lawmakers are pressing MaineHealth to explain why it plans to close Lincoln Hospital’s birthing center, citing staffing and low delivery volume. Crime & Courts: A Portland federal case sentenced a man to 3 years for stealing identity to “double-dip” on SNAP and MaineCare benefits. Gun Policy: Opponents asked the U.S. Supreme Court to review Maine’s 3-day waiting period for firearm purchases.