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Portland
Friday, May 29th, 2026
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At 6 a.m. this December, Sienna Rhynd, a graduating senior at Bonny Eagle High, and her mother Jillian drove from Standish to downtown Portland, delivering over 100 bags of donated supplies to unhoused people. They logged 220 community service hours for her capstone and will soon send letters to National Guard trainees. Portland Press Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Youth Voices Film Festival showcases skateboarding culture with a 60-minute film lineup at Midcoast Youth Center and Skatepark at 6 p.m. June 4 (tickets range from $25 to $75 and the event includes a raffle and a skateboard trick competition). Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Armored Medieval Martial Arts will present 10 intense caged knight battles at Cross Insurance Arena on May 30. The live spectacle (open to audiences age 3 and up) combines authentic armor with modern martial arts for a high-energy local experience. WGME
- ➤ Portland Bach Experience launches a series blending live classical music + craft beer tasting with storytelling and community engagement. Founder Emily Isaacson of Classical Uprising said the events will offer local residents a unique cultural experience today. WGME
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ South Portland has named Angela Atkinson Duina as its new superintendent — she will start on July 15 to lead a district reeling from recent budget cuts that closed a school and cut 50 positions. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ The board of trustees of the University of Maine System extended Chancellor Dannel Malloy’s contract through June 2028 (he has led the system since 2019 and formerly served as Connecticut’s governor) to ensure stable leadership amid evolving challenges. Portland Press Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maine Audubon cut the ribbon on the Ann and Jim Hancock Native Plants Education Center at Gilsland Farm in Falmouth with over 200 attendees including Gov. Janet Mills. The building – supported by over $5 million in donations – will serve as a hub for native plant events and habitat restoration. Portland Press Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A high school senior from Falmouth urged Maine's young voters to back Dr. Nirav Shah for governor in the June 9 primary, noting his record as a public health expert, attorney and economist during the pandemic – emphasizing the need for civil discourse among his peers. Portland Press Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ At MaineHealth Mid Coast Hospital’s Family Birth Center, nurse Danielle Peart (RN II) earned the DAISY Award on May 8 for her compassionate care during labor, delivery and recovery, a recognition noted by a grateful patient. Portland Press Herald
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Jacob Augustine Album Release Party
8-11 p.m. — SPACE Gallery — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate a decade in the making with Jacob Augustine's first new album release and special guests.
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You Got Gold: A Celebration of John Prine
2-5 p.m. — The Hill Arts — Ticket information available — Experience a heartfelt tribute to the legendary songwriter John Prine featuring artists sharing stories and performances.
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Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
9-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticketed event — Capture the beauty of Portland in vibrant hues at this outdoor painting session.
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Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
9-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticket prices vary — Create your masterpiece against the stunning backdrop of Fort Williams Park.
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Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
1-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticketed event — Enjoy painting in the beautiful outdoors of Maine.
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Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
1-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticket prices vary — Explore your artistic side with outdoor painting in a beautiful park setting.
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Heather Lynn Album Release Concert
8-11 p.m. — SPACE — All ages — Celebrate the release of Heather Lynn's new album with a night of diverse music and special guests.
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Cut and Paste Collage Event
4-7 p.m. — Lambs — Free — Get creative with friends while enjoying drinks at this fun collage-making event.
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Coffee with Invoyce
7-11 a.m. — Genest Concrete — Free coffee and donuts — Network while discussing how Invoyce can streamline your contracting business.
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Onóir Live Concert
7:30 p.m. — Maine Irish Heritage Center — $40-$55 — Experience the vibrant sound of contemporary Irish music with Onóir in an intimate setting.
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