Good morning, Portland.

On Sunday, hundreds of cyclists completed the 180-mile Trek Across Maine to raise funds for the American Lung Association.

They began at Pineland Farms in New Gloucester, rode past Bates College and St. Joseph's College, and returned to finish the ride + longtime rider Jeff Beach said it felt like a family reunion.

Portland will hold its Pride Parade and Festival on Saturday as part of Pride Month celebrations.

More than 100 groups will march from Monument Square at 1:30 p.m., and the festival will be held at Deering Oaks Park (theme: Maine Transcends).

Maine launched the country’s first registered aquaculture apprenticeship program to help train workers for fish, shellfish & seaweed farms.

The program has doubled its applicants over three years & offers apprentices pay and certificates that are recognized nationally.

Maine's Appropriations Committee approved a budget that ends the free community college program after the class of 2025—students who graduate in 2025 have two years to benefit while later classes will not qualify.

A bill signed yesterday sets a new minimum wage of $14.65 an hour for Maine farmworkers from next year—replacing the current $7.25 wage.

Cooper Flagg, a Newport native, is projected to be the No. 1 overall pick by the Dallas Mavericks at the NBA draft scheduled for June 25th at the Barclays Center — he earned top national awards and led Duke to the Final Four in a standout season.

New Balance has promoted the event with its 'Flagg Day' video — a nod to nearly two years of preparation.

Kyle Soule hit a walk-off double in the seventh inning to give Greely a 4—3 win over Fryeburg Academy in Tuesday night's Class B South final, sending the Rangers to Saturday’s state final against Ellsworth.

Greely won its first regional championship since 2015 after four recent tough losses, and Keeler Vogt pitched a complete game throughout the contest.

Old Port Seafood Lovers Walking Lunch Tour

3:00-5:30 p.m. — 489 Congress St, Portland, ME — Price includes lunch and drinks — Savor Maine's seafood culture with tasty lobster rolls and chowder while learning about the local industry.

Summer Reading Book Club with Dog Man

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Books-A-Million — Free entry — Celebrate reading with games, activities, and meet Dog Man for a photo op!

Sleep Theory Concert

6:00 – 8:30 PM — State Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the dynamic rock sounds of Sleep Theory, featuring powerhouse vocalist Cullen Moore.

PMP Certification Training in Portland, ME

Jun 24-27, 9 AM-5 PM — Portland, ME — Pricing varies — Enhance your project management skills with 32 hours of interactive training including e-learning access and real-world case studies.

Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour

1:30-2:30 p.m. — 489 Congress St, Portland — Ticket required — Experience Portland’s coastal beauty and historic charm aboard a classic fire engine tour.

Palace Playland Fireworks

9:45 p.m. — Palace Playland — Free show — Enjoy a spectacular fireworks display on the beach at Old Orchard Beach.

Farmer's Market

8 AM – 1 PM — Brunswick Town Mall — Free entry — Fresh local produce and artisanal goods await at this vibrant community market.

Sacred Nourishment: Connected Cooking and Eating Practices

3-8 p.m. — Celebration Tree Farm & Wellness Center — Workshop fee includes dinner — Experience mindful cooking and communal eating in honor of the summer solstice.

MaineR Users Group Social Hour & Lightning Talks

5:30–6:30 p.m. — Novare Res Bier Cafe — Free entry — Connect with data professionals and enjoy quickfire talks on R and data science.

An Evening with Chris Whitaker

6-8 p.m. — Books-A-Million — Book purchase required — Engage with bestselling author Chris Whitaker during a special signing and discussion about his latest novel.