Daily editionFriday, June 20th, 2025
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
Community
Dozens of celebrities gathered in Portland on Thursday and will tee it up today at Falmouth Country Club at the Drive Fore Kids Celebrity Golf Tournament to raise more than $100,000 for Maine charities — the Barbara Bush Children's Hospital and the Dempsey Center.
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Environment
A Maine couple has opened the state’s first accredited laboratory for PFAS testing of well water—an effort that aims to protect residents from long-lasting chemical contamination.
CEO Katie Richards of Maine Laboratories said the new facility will help detect rising concerns about these chemicals.
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Sports
Maine high school baseball, softball and lacrosse teams clinched spots in the state championships on Tuesday and Thursday + the championships are scheduled for today and Saturday.
Local teams like the Biddeford Tigers and Falmouth Navigators will compete in these spring sports contests.
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Windham became the top softball team after defeating Cheverus in the Class A South final on Tuesday — Cheverus fell to second and Medomak Valley, Hermon, and Edward Little joined the top five.
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St. Dom's baseball team edged Richmond in an eleven inning regional championship game and has won 11 games in a row while facing its school's impending closure.
The team will try for a fourth straight state title on Saturday — a last chance to add another crown before the school closes.
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Portland Events
Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
Saturday, June 21st, 2025 · 1-4 p.m. — Scenic Outdoor Location — Tickets required — Learn to paint beautiful Maine landscapes with a local instructor while enjoying the great outdoors.
Sleep Theory Concert
Sunday, June 22nd, 2025 · 6:00 – 8:30 PM — State Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the dynamic rock sounds of Sleep Theory, featuring powerhouse vocalist Cullen Moore.
Bingo at the Elks Lodge
Tuesday, June 24th, 2025 · 10 AM – 3 PM — Portland, Maine Elks Lodge #188 — Cards for sale — Enjoy a day of bingo with lunch options and fun prizes.
Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour
Wednesday, June 25th, 2025 · 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.
Book Launch by High Frequency Press Co-Founders
Thursday, June 26th, 2025 · 7-8:30 p.m. — Print: A Bookstore — Free entry — Attend a reading and book signing with husband and wife co-founders at a cozy local bookstore.
Old Port Seafood Lovers Walking Lunch Tour
Friday, June 27th, 2025 · 3:00 – 5:30 p.m. — 489 Congress St, Portland, ME — Cost included — Indulge in local seafood delicacies while learning about Maine's vibrant lobster industry.
Outdoor Painting Class in Cape Elizabeth
Saturday, June 28th, 2025 · 1–4 p.m. — Scenic location near Portland — Cost varies — Capture Maine's beauty with professional guidance in a private painting class.
Scenic Train Ride
Monday, June 30th, 2025 · 10 AM – 1 PM — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $23.50 — Experience a unique 40-minute roundtrip train ride through beautiful Casco Bay while learning about Maine's rich railroading history.
Capoeira Classes
Tuesday, July 1st, 2025 · 6:30-8 p.m. — The Salt Flat Dance Collaborative — Classes for all levels — Learn the Brazilian martial art combining movements, music, and history.
Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour of Portland Maine
Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025 · 1:30 – 2:30 PM — 489 Congress St, Portland, ME — Check website for ticket prices — Experience Portland’s scenic coast and historic sites from a classic fire engine.