Daily editionMonday, June 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 22nd of June.
Community
Last Friday, the Mi’kmaq Nation obtained title to a 3,400-acre parcel near Bridgewater that more than doubled its territory and will support hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation (Mesgilg Maqamigew means 'big land').
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Thousands joined the annual Portland Pride Parade on Saturday as it took off from Monument Square, swept down Congress Street lined with rainbow flags, and ended at Deering Oaks Park with over 1,000 volunteers carrying a quarter-mile-long rainbow.
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Culture
Greater Portland Landmarks will host Portland Unlocked at the Masonic Temple on Tuesday, where Maine State Museum director Bernard Fishman will present 70 3D stereoview images of historical Maine from the late 1860s and 1870s (VIP entry is at 5 p.m. and general admission starts at 6:30 p.m.).
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Health
Riders completed the three day Trek Across Maine — 180 miles riding from Pineland Farms in New Gloucester to Bates College in Lewiston and back — on Father’s Day and raised over $719,000 for the American Lung Association.
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Sports
The Somerset Patriots rallied to defeat the Sea Dogs 6-4 at Hadlock Field Sunday as Connor McGinnis hit a two-run home run in the eighth inning that tied the game and gave his team the lead.
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Portland Events
Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026 · 1-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Tickets available — Enjoy a creative outdoor painting session in a beautiful park setting.
Thunderstruck Concert
Wednesday, June 24th, 2026 · 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, June 25th, 2026 · Thursday-Sunday — Holiday Inn Portland-By The Bay — Admission varies — Celebrate Maine's largest geek culture event with anime, gaming, and more.
Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
Friday, June 26th, 2026 · 9-10 AM — Fort Williams Park — Ticketed event — Experience the beauty of outdoor painting at scenic Fort Williams Park.
Mast Landing's Wavy Days Beer Fest 2026
Saturday, June 27th, 2026 · 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Thompson's Point — 21+ event — Enjoy an afternoon of craft brews and good vibes at the 5th annual beer festival.
Chef Series Wine & Food Sail with Chef Sansonetti
Sunday, June 28th, 2026 · 12-2 p.m. — Maine State Pier — $185 — Experience a scenic wine sail featuring exquisite Spanish cuisine paired with fine wines prepared by Chef Damian Sansonetti.
The Bug Club Live Performance
Monday, June 29th, 2026 · 7:30-10:30 p.m. — SPACE, 538 Congress St, Portland, ME — Ticket prices vary — Experience the UK rock duo The Bug Club as they showcase their latest album 'Every Single Muscle'.
Paint Outdoors in Portland
Tuesday, June 30th, 2026 · 1-10 a.m. — Fort Williams Park — Ticketed event — Enjoy a morning of outdoor painting in the scenic Fort Williams Park.
13 Scotland Rd Live Performance
Wednesday, July 1st, 2026 · 5-9 p.m. — Wander at LongWoods — Check website for pricing — Experience a dynamic blues and acoustic roots duo from Portland, ME, as they blend soulful melodies with unique instrumentation.
Wine Sail in Casco Bay
Friday, July 3rd, 2026 · 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Maine State Pier — $150 — Sail through Casco Bay while tasting exquisite European white wines with a knowledgeable sommelier.