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Portland
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lindsay Levesque, a Thornton Academy senior from Arundel, won a full-ride scholarship at a high school ceremony on April 30 for posting a TikTok video for the #MakeMercyReal challenge — the award covers tuition, room and board at St. Joseph’s College, and she will study nursing while joining volleyball. WMTW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Congress is considering the America the Beautiful Act that would provide $2 billion per year for eight years to fund repairs on Maine's parks & public lands. Lawmakers say the bill will improve safety, boost visitor experiences and support local jobs. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park, a 245-acre preserve just a few miles from downtown Freeport along I-95, offers about five miles of walking and hiking trails that feature mixed woods (hemlock, pine, and oak) and ocean views on Casco Bay. Portland Press Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A poll by the Center for Rural Strategies and Lake Research Partners finds that one in four rural voters (including those in Maine) say faith shapes their votes more than finances. Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner is seeking to unseat Susan Collins as rural voters balance religion with economic concerns. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Federal budget proposals could cut key programs like Maine Sea Grant that help local fishermen get training and health support. Local organizations already offer injury prevention and therapy while advocates urge Congress to secure consistent funding + prevent further harm to the coastal industry. Portland Press Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ St. Joseph’s earned its first Great Northeast Athletic Conference women’s lacrosse title since 2022 and an automatic NCAA berth by defeating Emmanuel 12-3 Saturday in Standish. Ella Highbarger scored five of her six goals early, helping the top-seeded Monks build a 7-0 lead at halftime. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ The Maine Track and Cross Country Coaches Association announced its 2026 Indoor Track All-State Team, selecting first and second squads for boys and girls. The list features student-athletes from local schools in Bangor, South Portland, and other Maine communities. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ The Hearts of Pine snapped a 49-day winless streak by beating the Cosmos 3+1 on Saturday, with goals from Wright and Kamara. The team will face Fort Wayne FC and Union Omaha on the road next week. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Maine's Mariners lost in overtime on Saturday night as Adirondack’s Justin Taylor scored the decisive goal, cutting the series lead to 3-2 and setting up Game 6 on Tuesday at Cross Insurance Arena. Jacob Hudson scored both goals for the Mariners. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Sanford high school baseball earned its first win this season Saturday, beating Windham 15-1 by mercy rule. Matthew Hebert led the team with a double and three RBI (with Brady Boissonneault and Max Cote adding key runs) as pitcher Cayden Gendron allowed one hit over four innings. Portland Press Herald
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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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Chase Shanahan Comedy Night
8:30 PM - 12:30 AM — Lincolns — Tickets $10 at the door — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Chase Shanahan at the Laugh Shack.
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Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
9-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticketed event — Enjoy a morning of creativity surrounded by the beauty of nature.
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Album Release Show: Thin Lear and Friends
8 PM - 12 AM — Blue Portland Maine — Tickets TBA — Celebrate the release of Thin Lear's 'Many Disappeared' with supporting acts including Sagittarius Rising and The Womps.
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Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
9-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Buy tickets online — Enjoy a morning of painting in the scenic beauty of Fort Williams Park.
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Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
9-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticketed event — Enjoy a morning of outdoor painting in the picturesque setting of Fort Williams Park.
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Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
9-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticketed event — Unleash your creativity in a picturesque outdoor setting and enjoy painting among nature.
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All Roads Music Festival - Day 2
12:00 – 11:59 PM — One Longfellow Square — Ticket prices vary — Experience Savoir Faire's jazz-infused music that connects modern themes to a nostalgic sound.
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Curtain Call Discussion – THE LAUGH TRACK
4:15 PM — Portland Stage — Free entry — Engage in an insightful conversation about the production with performers and explore the creative process.
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