Daily editionTuesday, June 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of June.
Community
Local group Homeless Voices for Justice holds its annual summer solstice sit-out today at Tommy's Park to highlight the harsh conditions faced by those without shelter, with speeches starting at noon.
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Homeless Voices for Justice held its summer solstice sit-out (highlighting the extreme conditions faced by people experiencing homelessness) at Tommy's Park, where advocates and individuals with lived experience gave speeches beginning at noon yesterday.
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Culture
The 42nd Portland Greek Festival—held at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church—begins Thursday and runs through the weekend, where locals can enjoy authentic cuisine, live music, and Greek dancing in celebration of rich cultural traditions.
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Education
On Monday, June 22, everyday Mainers, including high school students, gathered at the University of Southern Maine for the Citizens’ Assembly on Public Education—a forum to set key priorities for school policy.
Local voices helped shape future education guidelines for communities and employers.
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Real Estate
BrightBuilt Home is finalizing a modular, energy-efficient home (971 sqft) at KBS Builders in South Paris for widowed client Nancy Jordan, who needs accessible living; the unit will be shipped by boat to her Long Island property as Maine’s modular housing market grows.
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Sports
The Portland Hearts of Pine moved into a new club shop at 127 Marginal Way near Trader Joe’s that is three times larger than the old Hanover Street space.
The venue will host community gatherings and match-day viewings, featuring new merchandise and local artist items (drawing increased foot traffic).
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Accidents
A 4-year-old girl nearly drowned at Hampton Inn's pool in Kennebunk on Saturday and was flown to a Portland hospital, where she remains in critical condition (officials remind families to supervise children closely near water).
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Portland Events
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.
Wine & Raw Bar Sail Experience
Saturday, July 4th, 2026 · 12-2 p.m. — Maine Sailing Adventures — Ticket required — Experience a gourmet raw bar with exquisite wines aboard a tall ship in Casco Bay.