Daily editionSunday, July 19th, 2026
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of July.
Community
Kitchen of Kindness volunteers from Chabad of Maine have been serving warm kosher meals to neighbors in need.
Rabbi Levi Wilansky said the program, which includes traditional challah, soup, salad, an entree, and cookies (with handwritten notes), is set to expand and welcome more volunteers.
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Environment
Local bird watchers can see northern house wrens active this July as males build multiple nests in birdhouses (and sometimes other cavities) to woo mates and support a second brood while females frequently feed their chicks.
Observers can learn about this unique nesting behavior in action.
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Government
Maine Beer Company owner and Senate candidate Dan Kleban condemned online bullying of fellow candidate Ashley Webb after Thursday night's debate (Webb launched her campaign last week).
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During a Senate debate last Thursday night to choose a replacement for former nominee Graham Platner, candidate Ashley Webb described her experience as a songwriter and author, sparking strong reactions on social media in Maine.
Webb was one of eight candidates on the stage during the two-hour event.
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Sports
West secured a record-setting victory at the Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl last night when top teams faced off in a fierce contest held in Portland + marking a milestone for the annual event.
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The Maine Women’s Amateur will run at Val Halla Golf and Recreation Monday through Wednesday as Jade Haylock seeks a third title and Erin Holmes returns to her home course.
The 61-player field is set to compete for the trophy on familiar fairways.
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In a game Saturday night at Hadlock Field the Sea Dogs won 11-0 over Somerset as Ronald Rosario drove in five runs with two home runs and pitcher Anthony Eyanson delivered a one-hit performance + Rosario also hit his ninth homer of the season.
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Portland Events
Narrated Train Ride along Casco Bay
Tuesday, July 21st, 2026 · 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
Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026 · 8 p.m. — State Theatre — Ticket pricing varies — Experience a night of laughter with comedian Jordan Jensen in Portland's beloved venue.
Jeff Beam & Aedan Macdougall Concert
Thursday, July 23rd, 2026 · 6-9:30 p.m. — Bayside Bowl — All ages — Experience a captivating night of indie rock and folk with Jeff Beam and Aedan Macdougall under the stars.
FOODEESFEST Portland Food Truck Festival
Friday, July 24th, 2026 · 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.
Live Music at Batson River Brewing & Distilling
Saturday, July 25th, 2026 · 2-5 p.m. — Batson River Brewing & Distilling — Free entry — Enjoy local musicians performing in a cozy taproom setting.
Narrated Train Ride Along Casco Bay
Sunday, July 26th, 2026 · 11 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $24.10 — Experience a scenic 40-minute train ride while learning about Maine's unique railroading history and enjoying breathtaking views.
Narrated Train Ride
Tuesday, July 28th, 2026 · 10 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $24.10 — Enjoy a scenic narrated train ride along beautiful Casco Bay while learning about Maine’s unique history.
Narrated Train Ride
Wednesday, July 29th, 2026 · 11 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $24.10 — Experience a scenic 40-minute narrated train ride along beautiful Casco Bay while learning about Maine’s unique railroading history.
Narrated Train Ride
Thursday, July 30th, 2026 · 10 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $24.10 — Enjoy a scenic ride along Casco Bay while learning about Maine's unique railroading history.
Narrated Train Ride Experience
Friday, July 31st, 2026 · 10 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $24.10 — Enjoy a scenic narrated train ride along Casco Bay while discovering Maine’s unique railroading history.