1. After a short strike, The International Longshoremen’s Association and the United States Maritime Alliance agreed to a tentative deal on Thursday. The strike shut down ports on the East and Gulf coasts. The work stoppage threatened the U.S. shipments of produce and cars. (CNBC)
2. Police are investigating a recent hazing incident at Lisbon High School. Police have not released specific details about what the hazing incident entailed or if anyone is facing charges. (WGME)
3. The Muddy Rudder Restaurant off Route 1 in Yarmouth has closed after nearly 50 years of business. A pop-up on the restaurant’s website reads: “With sadness, we are ceasing operations. Thank you for your loyalty.” (WMTW)
4. Hadlock Field now has a new name due to a multiyear naming rights partnership between the Portland Sea Dogs and Delta Dental. Starting yesterday, the ballpark is known as Delta Dental Park at Hadlock Field. (WMTW)
5. McDonald’s has announced that on October 10th you can get the Chicken Big Mac. Two breaded chicken patties will replace the all-beef patties. Everything else remains the same. The Chicken Big Mac has been a successful item at McDonald’s locations throughout the world, but this month will be the first time the sandwich will officially be on U.S. menus. (USAToday)
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