# Portland Pulse: City's New Concert Fee Proposal & Local Updates
Dive into this week's Portland, Maine news with host Morgan Riley. Learn about the proposed "community benefit fee" for large entertainment venues like the upcoming Live Nation facility, and how it could impact Portland's arts scene and transportation. Meet Karen Sigler, Kennebunk native and new executive director of the Brunswick Naval Aviation Museum. Plus, get updates on Maine's ongoing drought conditions, weekend music events featuring Ezra Furman and Pokey LaFarge, and Halloween festivities across the city. The episode examines how Portland balances tradition with growth and what these changes mean for residents and visitors alike. Perfect for locals wanting to stay informed or anyone interested in Maine's vibrant coastal community.
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