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Monday, May 11th, 2026
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gerald Talbot, Maine's first African American legislator and civil rights leader, died Sunday at 94, officials said. He served in the Legislature from 1972 to 1978 and helped drive local equality efforts, with a Portland school now bearing his name in tribute. WMTW
- ➤ Isabelle Oss joined Maine Trust for Local News in May as the new York County reporter, covering Kittery, York, Berwick and Ogunquit + she plans to launch a weekly newsletter with local updates soon. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ An 80-mile relay race tracing the alewife migration will take place on May 23 by Wabanaki REACH. Runners will start at Split Rock in Sipayik at 5 a.m. and pass through the Passamaquoddy Reservation before reaching Forest City (Washington County). Portland Press Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Families celebrated Mother’s Day yesterday in Old Port with brunch at local spots like The Porthole Restaurant and Becky’s Diner, where moms and children shared heartfelt stories about motherhood (capturing moments of gratitude that bonded the community). Portland Press Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new law from Lewiston legislators requires schools to investigate employee misconduct by consulting the Department of Education and placing accused staff on paid leave until reviews are complete. Cara Courchesne (a local advocate) says the changes fall short of fully protecting students. Portland Press Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bowdoin men’s lacrosse beat Stevens 17-14 on Sunday in Brunswick to advance to the quarterfinals for the third-straight season. Senior midfielder Sam Raye-Steiner scored four goals, including the go-ahead tally, and Bowdoin will host Hope College on Friday at 4 p.m. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Portland Sea Dogs beat New Hampshire Fisher Cats 12-4 in their series finale Sunday at Hadlock Field as Franklin Arias and Brooks Brannon each had four hits while pitching prospect Anthony Eyanson allowed a run (solo homer by Victor Arias) and reliever Jedixson Paez earned the win. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Former Gorham High and Indiana University star Mackenzie Holmes played 23 minutes off the bench (recording 5 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists) as the Seattle Storm defeated the Connecticut Sun 89-82 Sunday. Portland Press Herald
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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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Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
9-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticketed event — Enjoy a morning of creativity in the scenic outdoors of Fort Williams Park.
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Paint Outdoors in Portland
9-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Check the website for ticket prices — Experience creativity in nature while painting at a scenic park.
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Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
9-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticketed entry — Enjoy a morning of outdoor painting at a scenic park in Cape Elizabeth.
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Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
9-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticketed event — Enjoy an outdoor painting session amid the scenic beauty of Fort Williams Park.
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High Fade Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Portland House Of Music and Events — $37 general admission — Enjoy an evening with High Fade at the vibrant Portland venue.
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