Daily editionMonday, June 8th, 2026
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of June.
Community
Local libraries help residents enjoy summer by lending state park passes, museum tickets, and sporting gear plus ghost-hunting kits to explore local attractions; check with your library for details+some items have exclusions.
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Culture
The Resurgam Music and Arts Festival expands into the Old Port with 30 free performances over two days (June 13-14) featuring outdoor stages in Old Port Square and indoor shows at local venues.
A $10,000 city grant supports the expansion amid local merchants' enthusiasm.
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Maine native and NASA astronaut Jessica Meir — commander on SpaceX Crew-12 — shared her view of a stunning aurora from the ISS on Sunday, June 7 as she noted that a recent leak was fixed and all crew members are safe.
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Environment
Maine’s legislature may renew funding for wildlife crossings that reduce animal collisions by up to 90% as current support from the 2021 Wildlife Crossings Pilot Program expires in September.
The move aims to make roadways safer for drivers and animals statewide.
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Government
Graham Platner spoke to about 400 supporters at a Portland town hall on Sunday, June 7, defending his record amid recent reports of past misconduct while his backers maintained support for his Senate campaign plans.
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Portland Events
Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
Tuesday, June 9th, 2026 · 1-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Tickets available — Enjoy a morning of outdoor painting in a beautiful park setting.
Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
Wednesday, June 10th, 2026 · 1-9 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticket prices vary — Explore your artistic side in a picturesque outdoor setting.
Mekons Live Performance with Aftershow Disco
Thursday, June 11th, 2026 · 8-10:30 p.m. — SPACE Gallery — All ages — Experience the eclectic sounds of the Mekons and dance at the aftershow disco.
Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
Friday, June 12th, 2026 · 1-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticketed event — Experience the beauty of art while painting outdoors in the scenic Fort Williams Park.
Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
Saturday, June 13th, 2026 · 1-2 p.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticket purchase required — Experience the beauty of outdoor painting in a scenic park setting.
Writing Workshop from Nature with Emma Zimmerman
Sunday, June 14th, 2026 · 11:00 AM — Canco Woods Trails — Free entry — Discover the connection between urban and wild through writing prompts and nature exploration.
Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
Monday, June 15th, 2026 · 1-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Tickets available — Explore your artistic side with a vibrant outdoor painting experience.
Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
Tuesday, June 16th, 2026 · 9-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Tickets available — Unleash your creativity amidst the beautiful scenery of Fort Williams Park.
C-DOT 416 + TICKLE Rooftop Concert
Thursday, June 18th, 2026 · 6-9:30 p.m. — Bayside Bowl — $25 ADV, $30 DOOR — Experience the electrifying blend of Hip-Hop and Pop from C-DOT 416 live on the rooftop.
Wine Sail in Portland, Maine: The Loire Valley
Friday, June 19th, 2026 · 3:15-5:15 p.m. — Maine State Pier — $150 — Enjoy an unforgettable wine experience while sailing through Casco Bay with expert guidance from a sommelier.