Daily editionTuesday, July 1st, 2025
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of July.
Community
Maine School Administration District 6 started its summer food program on June 25 at Bonny Eagle High School, where families can pick up free meals for children ages 18 and under on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8 to 10 a.m. The program will run until Aug. 15—over 225 children have already signed up and the site is open to all eligible families from Standish, Hollis, Buxton, Limington and Frye Island.
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Officials resumed and expanded search Monday morning for missing Hollis man Ralph Hughes, 76, who was last seen at his home on Mason Drive Saturday night wearing a red shirt, blue plaid fleece pants and gray shoes.
The operation involved 12 K-9 teams, drones, ground teams, aircraft and ATVs with searchers focusing on wooded areas along Cape Road while residents were asked to avoid these areas.
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More than 70 Maine veterans returned home from Honor Flight Maine's trip to Washington, D.C. — families met them at Portland's international jetport, and the group will make another trip in early September.
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This Fourth of July, Southern Maine coastal towns will host fireworks shows and local festivities.
Portland’s Eastern Promenade will feature food trucks and the Casco Bay Wind Symphony before fireworks launch from the East End Trail around 9:15 p.m., while South Portland (which does not allow consumer fireworks) and towns like Old Orchard Beach, Kennebunk/Kennebunkport, Ogunquit, and York will present their own events.
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Culture
At sunset on Sunday, water lanterns lit up Deering Oaks Park as the festival supported charities and non-profit organizations—bringing a magical display to the local community.
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Western Cemetery, one of Portland’s oldest cemeteries dating back to the 1830s, is being restored by the Stewards who have cleaned over 800 broken tombstones and are renewing the landscaping and fence—guided tours are offered on Sundays from June through October starting at 2 p.m.
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Portland Events
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.
Stolen Mojo - Annual Music Cruise
Thursday, July 3rd, 2025 · 7-10 p.m. — Casablanca Cruises — $40-$100 — Celebrate the 4th of July with live music and cocktails on Casco Bay.
Wine Sails in Portland, ME
Friday, July 4th, 2025 · 7:15-9:15 p.m. — Casco Bay — Ticket prices vary — Experience the beauty of Casco Bay on a wine sailing adventure with stunning views.
Prester & Samargia Jazz Trio Performance
Saturday, July 5th, 2025 · 7:00-8:30 p.m. — Blue Portland Maine — Free entry — Experience a captivating blend of standards, originals, and Brazilian & Latin jazz with talented musicians.
Wine & Raw Bar Sail
Sunday, July 6th, 2025 · 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Maine State Pier — Ticketed event — Enjoy fine wine and a gourmet raw bar experience aboard a beautiful tall ship as you sail through picturesque Portland waters.
Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour of Portland, Maine
Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 · 1:30-2:30 p.m. — 489 Congress St, Portland, ME — Ticket prices vary — Experience Portland’s scenic coast and historic sites aboard a classic fire engine with live narration.
Powerman 5000 Concert
Thursday, July 10th, 2025 · 6:30-8 p.m. — Aura — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying performance from the iconic industrial rock band Powerman 5000.
Old Port Seafood Lovers Walking Tour
Friday, July 11th, 2025 · 3:00-5:30 p.m. — 489 Congress St, Portland, ME — Includes lunch — Delight in a guided tour with local seafood delicacies and a drink.
Paint Outdoors in Portland, Maine
Saturday, July 12th, 2025 · 1-4 p.m. — Scenic Spot in Cape Elizabeth — Cost varies — Capture Maine’s natural beauty in a private painting class for all skill levels.
Wine Sail Through Tuscany
Sunday, July 13th, 2025 · 3:15-5:15 p.m. — Maine Sailing Adventures — $150 — Experience a delightful wine tasting while sailing through the scenic Casco Bay.