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Monday, May 18th, 2026
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Calvary Chapel Greater Portland held its 'Make Heaven Crowded' event at the Portland Expo Center on May 15 — drawing a large crowd with heavy police presence and prompting over two dozen local faith groups to stage a peaceful counter-event downtown that underscores its growing role in local discourse. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ On Saturday, May 17, Belfast VFW members collected donations outside the Belfast Co-op to support those affected by the Robbins Lumber explosion and fire. The contributions will aid injured first responders, their families, and local fire departments in meeting their needs. FOX23
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maine Labor Commissioner Laura Fortman announced that workers displaced from Robbins Lumber will soon have access to a rapid response program that speeds up unemployment insurance applications. The Department of Labor team conducts a needs assessment today to identify necessary services. FOX23
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ MenoPantry, a women-owned Portland nutrition company, today launched MenoMix—a smoothie powder with 21 grams protein, 5 grams fiber, and 9 grams antioxidants—to ease menopause symptoms. Co-founders Kate Howe and Caitlin Hosmer will appear on Greenlight Maine May 30 to present their approach to healthy midlife nutrition. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Yesterday, the 27th Maine Heart Walk took place on Back Cove Trail (starting at 8 a.m. with a 9:30 a.m. race) and raised over $400,000 for heart disease research, with organizers aiming to break the previous record of $423,000. WMTW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Falmouth’s Luke Kusel and Eli Sidhu won the state doubles tennis final yesterday at Bates College — beating Brunswick’s Brendan Shaw and Evan Williams 7-5, 6-4. They overcame early deficits in both sets to earn their second state title. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ USM baseball defeated Babson College, 14-4, at Ed Flaherty Field Sunday to secure their spot in today's NCAA regional final against top seed Rowan University (scheduled for 11 a.m.). Portland Press Herald
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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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HEY PARTY PEOPLE! Comedy Show
6:30 p.m. — The Hill Arts — $Varies — Experience a night of fast-paced sketches that balance absurdity and relatability with local comedy talent.
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Paint Outdoors in Portland
9-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a morning of creativity in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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Playing Card Painting Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Belleflower Brewing Company — $10 entry — Create unique painted cards while supporting the Maine Cancer Foundation and meet fellow crafting enthusiasts.
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Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
9-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Check website for pricing — Enjoy a morning of creativity in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
9-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticket required — Explore your creativity while painting amidst the natural beauty of Fort Williams Park.
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Noir at the Bar: Maine Crime Writing Night
7-9 p.m. — Belleflower Brewing Company — Free entry — Experience suspenseful tales and criminally good storytelling with Maine's crime writing community.
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