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Portland
Sunday, April 19th, 2026
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Portland Farmers' Market returned outdoors at Deering Oaks Park after four months indoors and operated Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. near the park's bridge. Organizers reported 30 vendors on April 18 and noted that many accepted credit and debit cards, SNAP, and Maine Harvest Bucks. WMTW
- ➤ Volunteers can help keep Maine’s famed Appalachian Trail in top shape by joining MATC, which maintains 267 miles of trail and facilities. They can also attend the MATC Annual Meeting on April 25 at Colby College (Waterville) to learn how to contribute during the upcoming hiking season. Portland Press Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Record Store Day (a celebration of local record stores) took place Saturday in South Portland at Bull Moose and Newbury Comics, attracting fans eager to score vinyl exclusives including Taylor Swift's 7-inch and Noah Kahan's release. Early shoppers arrived Friday night and continued browsing the deals. Portland Press Herald
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Columnist Jim Fossel warned that building massive data centers across Maine could strain resources & skilled labor needed for housing, noting these centers may use 30% more electricity than Portland’s annual consumption and do not fit the state’s sustainable values. Portland Press Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of conservation leaders will meet later this month in Augusta at the Maine Land Conservation Conference to share projects that help land trusts support nature and community needs plus address challenges like climate change and housing shortages while showing conservation that benefits both land and people. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Forty-four public water systems, including schools and mobile home parks serving over 25,000 people, risk violating Maine’s new PFAS limits unless they lower contamination levels by April 2029 (some systems have already reduced PFAS while others face funding shortfalls as federal grants run out). Portland Press Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Maine native Cooper Flagg ended his rookie NBA season last Sunday when the Mavericks beat the Bulls, setting a record as the first teenager to score 50 points in one game and averaging 21 points, 6.7 rebounds and 4.5 assists. He will guide Dallas on a playoff run next season. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ On Saturday, USM won 10-2 over MIT on home turf (21-6 record) while St. Joe's women's lacrosse team secured an 18-7 conference win at home, with Ella High scoring five goals and Gabe Gifford striking out 10. WMTW
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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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Celtic Woman: A New Era
7:30-9:00 p.m. — State Theatre — $75-$45 reserved seating — Experience the captivating blend of Irish music and culture as Celtic Woman returns with their all-new show.
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Bloodshot Bill with Holly & Her Buddys
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Veterans of Foreign Wars — $20/$15 presale — Experience an electrifying rockabilly performance by Bloodshot Bill and local sensations Holly & Her Buddys.
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Life Drawing in the Light
11:00 AM — Mechanics' Hall — Pay what you can — Enjoy a figure drawing session with live music and fresh coffee in a vibrant community setting.
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Art Mondays at Ugly Duckling Maine
5-7 p.m. — Ugly Duckling Maine — Free entry — Experience a cozy creative meetup filled with art, music, and good energy.
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40 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training
9 a.m. - 6 p.m. & 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — The Portland Yoga Project — $775 — Deepen your practice and teaching skills in an immersive Yin Yoga training experience.
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John Legend Concert
6:59 AM – 1:59 PM — Merrill Auditorium — Last-minute tickets available — Don't miss the chance to see John Legend perform live in Portland.
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Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
9-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Cost info not available — Experience the beauty of outdoor painting in a picturesque setting.
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The Laugh Track
May 6 – 31 — Portland Stage — Tickets on sale March 24th — Discover the world premiere of a play about the female writers behind I Love Lucy.
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