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Monday, April 6th, 2026
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Maine father Ryan Jennings drowned on Wednesday at Juno Beach, Fla. after rescuing his two children from rip currents during a family vacation, leaving his pregnant wife Emily and three children to face profound loss and welcome support from local neighbors. WGME
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Actor Nick Offerman will perform his woodworking and comedy show on April 16 at Merrill Auditorium in Portland, and he will take the stage for two shows at 7 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. + Ticket prices range from $38 to $68. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ At the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, over 280 people were baptized and received Confirmation and First Communion at Easter Vigil Mass on Saturday night, with more than 750 attendees at Sunday morning Easter Mass. The church reported triple the usual adult conversion rate from a decade ago (including newcomers like Alexandra Morgan). WGME
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At the state house earlier this week, lawmakers rejected a bill that would have required hospitals to adopt cybersecurity plans and notify law enforcement during cyber incidents (following last year's breaches that threatened patient care). FOX23
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Newport native Cooper Flagg scored 45 points to help the Mavericks end a 14-game home losing streak on Sunday, with the 19-year-old recording his second consecutive game with 40-plus points while the depleted Lakers, missing key players, managed only a brief comeback. Portland Press Herald
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Band Of Horses Concert
8-10 p.m. — State Theatre — $73/ea — Experience an unforgettable night with the soaring sounds of Band Of Horses in Portland.
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Randy's Cheeseburger Picnic Comedy Show
7-11 p.m. — Oxbow Brewing Company — Tickets starting at $30 — Enjoy a night of laughs with Randy from Trailer Park Boys, featuring comedy, songs, and prizes.
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Keller Williams Concert
7-11 p.m. — State Theatre — General Admission from $55 — Enjoy a night of vibrant music featuring Keller Williams in Portland's lively atmosphere.
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Curtain Call Discussion – OUR TOWN
4:30 PM — Portland Stage — Free entry — Engage in a thoughtful conversation about the production with its performers and dive into insights on rehearsal and character development.
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Bess Jacques & The Strays Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Blue Portland Maine — Admission details not provided — Enjoy an eclectic mix of jazz, Americana, and faux-tango-pop tunes performed live.
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Brandy Clark Concert
8-11 p.m. — State Theatre — Tickets from $43 — Catch Brandy Clark live in concert at the beautiful State Theatre in Portland.
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Film Screening of 'Unless Something Goes Terribly Wrong'
7-9:30 p.m. — South Portland High School — Free entry — Discover the challenges of maintaining aging wastewater systems in this captivating documentary with a Q&A featuring industry professionals.
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Portland Earth Day Celebration
11 AM – 2 PM — Deering Oaks Park — Free entry — Celebrate nature and sustainability with local music, activities, and food options.
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John Butler Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre — Last-minute ticket availability — Enjoy a lively performance from renowned artist John Butler at the iconic State Theatre.
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Women’s MTB Workshop: Bike Setup
6-8 p.m. — Allspeed Cyclery & Snow — Pre-registration required — Discover mountain bike setup essentials and enhance your ride with fellow riders.
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