Good morning, Portland.

Jonathan’s Ogunquit celebrated 50 years as a restaurant & live music venue at 92 Bourne Lane when anniversary shows featuring returning headliners Tom Rush and Jonathan Edwards took place on June 24.

The Blue Angels dazzled Brunswick Sunday during the Great State of Maine Air Show as photojournalist Scott Episcopo captured the event.

In Portland, chefs have made cabbage a trendy, budget-friendly staple on summer menus, grilling and slow-braising it to boost natural sweetness while keeping dishes cost-effective — from signature cabbage Caesar salads to inventive raw slaws.

Home cooks are encouraged to try simple seasoning methods.

Dr. Nirav Shah held town halls in Freeport on Saturday and in Bangor on Sunday and became the first Senate candidate to collect the required 500 signatures for his bid.

He launched his Defeat Susan Collins Tour to stress open, accessible governance.

Maine chefs advise shoppers to buy seasonal produce and whole ingredients like rotisserie chicken to save money; they suggest preparing items such as chard, beets, and pork shoulder at home for a nutritious meal & budget-friendly cooking.

The Varsity Maine All-State girls lacrosse team was announced with top players like Sydney Brunelle from Cheverus & Liv Clark from Greely, each known for strong playoff runs.

The selections honor the state’s best talent, with many players set to advance to NCAA programs.

Windham senior Abby Trainor broke records this season by scoring 400 career points and passing the 300-goal mark—earning her the Varsity Maine Girls Lacrosse Player of the Year award.

She finished her career with 438 points and will continue her lacrosse career at Division I Fairfield University.

Ronald Rosario went 8 for 16 with two home runs last week for the Sea Dogs and was named Eastern League Player of the Week Monday, the third weekly honor for a team player.

The team resumes its season Friday with a series at Hadlock Field.

Daniel Mason: On Nature

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Halo at the Point — $15-$20 — Engage in a literary discussion with acclaimed author Daniel Mason on nature and his new book 'Country People'.

Narrated Train Ride

10 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $24.10 — Enjoy a scenic train ride with rich stories of Maine's railroading history and stunning views of Casco Bay.

Narrated Train Ride Experience

12 p.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $24.10 — Enjoy a scenic 40-minute train ride along Casco Bay while learning about narrow gauge railroading history.

Wine & Oyster Sail Experience

12-2 p.m. — Maine State Pier — $175 — Enjoy a unique sailing experience with wine education and fresh oysters from local farms.

Narrated Train Ride Along Casco Bay

4 p.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $24.10 — Experience scenic 40-minute train rides with fascinating history and beautiful waterfront views.

Narrated Train Ride along Casco Bay

12 p.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $24.10 — Experience a scenic 40-minute train ride while learning about Maine’s narrow gauge railroading history.

Jordan Jensen Live at State Theatre

8 p.m. — State Theatre — Ticket pricing varies — Experience a night of laughter with comedian Jordan Jensen in Portland's beloved venue.

Opera Maine - Roméo et Juliette

7:30 p.m. — Merrill Auditorium — $35 – $175 (Free for ages 21 and under) — Experience the timeless passion of Shakespeare’s most popular love story through Gounod’s enchanting opera.

FOODEESFEST Portland Food Truck Festival

1-9 p.m. — The Maine Mall — Free entry — Experience a culinary feast with 40+ food trucks and local artisans in a vibrant community setting.

Narrated Train Ride

3 p.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $24.10 — Experience a scenic 40-minute ride while learning about Maine's rich railroading history and enjoying stunning views of Casco Bay.