Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 15th of June.
Good morning, Portland.
Officials rescued a 10-year-old boy from the Androscoggin River Saturday night just after 8:15 p.m. when he was swept onto rocks near Hawes Corner Road in Turner + he remains safe and uninjured, with agencies urging river safety.
Searsmont assistant fire chief Wayne Woodbury, 76, died Sunday morning at Maine Medical Center in Portland after injuries from the Robbins Lumber sawmill explosion on May 15 + investigators continue their review of the incident.
Maine-made naturally sparkling wine Morphos from Oyster River Winegrowers in Warren is now stocked at local spots like Maine & Loire on Washington Avenue, and the winery is expanding distribution to markets from New York to Washington, D.C.
Over the weekend, Maine Academy of Modern Music hosted its 5th annual Resurgam Festival in the Old Port, featuring youth bands performing various musical styles free to the community (sponsored by local businesses such as Otto's Pizza).
A June 11 letter to the editor urged Mainers to work more to boost the labor participation rate, yet research shows the low rate stems from Maine’s aging population (more retirees mean fewer workers).
Nara Organics voluntarily recalled all lots of its powdered infant formula sold nationally through Target+online on Sunday due to potential botulism risk.
Three infants were hospitalized in different states, although no deaths were reported.
The Portland Sea Dogs scored seven runs in the fifth inning including three home runs to secure a 9-3 win over the Reading Fightin Phils in their series finale on Sunday in Reading (Pennsylvania).
Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
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
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
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.
Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
9-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Check website for tickets — Unleash your creativity in a beautiful outdoor setting.
Porches Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — SPACE Gallery — All ages — Experience the dynamic sounds of Porches as they debut their latest album, Shirt, in an intimate setting.
Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
1-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticketed event — Experience the joy of painting outdoors in a picturesque park setting.
Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
1-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Tickets available — Enjoy a creative outdoor painting session in a beautiful park setting.
Thunderstruck Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — One Longfellow Square — $30-$39 — Experience rock anthems reimagined through a powerful violin performance in a candlelit setting.
PortConMaine 2026
Thursday-Sunday — Holiday Inn Portland-By The Bay — Admission varies — Celebrate Maine's largest geek culture event with anime, gaming, and more.
Wine Sail Experience in Portland, Maine
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Maine State Pier — $150 — Sail the beautiful Casco Bay while tasting exquisite wines from Spain's finest regions.
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