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Monday, May 4th, 2026
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Westbrook leaders hosted the third annual Discover Gala (at Rock Row Health Campus on May 3) to raise funds for improving walkability and boosting downtown livability and community spirit. Organizers say the money will support local businesses and pave the way for more events. FOX23
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Westbrook residents enjoyed the Southeast Asian Heritage Festival on Saturday as Khmer Maine and the Maine Asian American Community Center celebrated Southeast Asian art, music, dance and cuisine, drawing nearly 800 community members to honor the region’s heritage. WGME
- ➤ A summer movie preview shows blockbusters set to debut from May 8 to Aug. 28 with films such as Remarkably Bright Creatures, The Mandalorian and Grogu, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and The Dog Stars; local theaters will offer family films and action-packed dramas *showcasing variety*. FOX23
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Actor Timothy Simons from Readfield will deliver the unpaid commencement address at UMaine this weekend. He regularly visits Maine for events and games and values his local roots, which reinforces his reputation as a beloved Hollywood Mainer. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ On May 3, 37 medical school graduates from the MaineHealth Maine Track program received their degrees at USM, and 11 will soon begin residencies at MaineHealth Maine Medical Center in Portland +. WGME
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cooper Flagg, the NBA top rookie and Newport native, rode as a passenger with NASCAR rookie Connor Zilisch in a 2026 Chevrolet Corvette during a Texas Cup Series race on Sunday. Flagg said the fast ride highlighted a shared moment between two young stars in their sports. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Boston Red Sox pitcher Justin Slaten, returning from a right oblique strain, pitched a scoreless inning as the Sea Dogs beat the Somerset Patriots 11-4 on Sunday in Somerset, New Jersey. Hayden Mullins struck out 10 in six innings while key hits from Johanfran Garcia and teammates boosted the win. 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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