Daily editionTuesday, July 21st, 2026
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of July.
Community
Curtis Memorial Library in Brunswick offers its Library of Things so residents can borrow items from bubble machines to kitchen tools for free summer fun.
Founded in 2018 by adult services librarian Hazel Onsrud, the program meets local needs while promoting sustainability + affordability.
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Culture
Starting today in Portland, the Maine Outdoor Film Festival runs through July 26 and features six days of films about outdoor adventure, conservation, and storytelling.
One film (Unearth) follows efforts to protect Alaska's Bristol Bay from a proposed copper mine.
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Portland-based rock band Tiger Bomb released its third album '15 Super Hits' on June 26 and will perform live at Apohadion Theater Saturday at 8 p.m. and at Brunswick Mall Gazebo on Aug. 19, offering fans both old vinyl and digital tracks via Get Hip Records and Bandcamp.
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This week, Maine offers diverse cultural events as Opera Maine presents Roméo et Juliette Thursday at Merrill Auditorium and Toto with soft rock favorites performs in Bangor, while Wells HarborFest and the Festival of Nations are scheduled Saturday and The Hill Arts screens Daruma Sunday.
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Government
Unitil has asked the Maine Public Utilities Commission to approve a rate hike that could add around ($11) per month to residential heating bills, and customers can attend hearings either today at 5 p.m. at Portland City Hall or on Tuesday, July 28 at 5 p.m. at Lewiston Public Library.
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After crews stopped a leak Saturday near Shipyard Gate 1, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard resumed operations Monday.
Officials warn that water in parts of Kittery may still be discolored, and residents in impacted areas should run their kitchen sink for 10 to 15 minutes until clear (temporary fix pending permanent repairs).
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A U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Monsanto v.
Durnell bars Maine from adding extra pesticide label warnings (limited to federal EPA guidelines) after a Missouri jury awarded a farmer $1.25M for alleged cancer from Roundup.
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Health
This summer, lifeguards remind beach goers to watch for rip currents – narrow, fast channels that pull swimmers away from the shore.
They advise staying calm, swimming parallel to shore, and entering water only in lifeguarded areas.
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Sports
The Press Herald announced its 2026 All-Region boys track and field team featuring local athletes.
Greely’s Kannon Crocker cleared a hurdle on June 6 in Freeport in a 300-meter race finishing in 40.15 seconds & other athletes from Mt. Ararat, Falmouth, and South Portland were honored.
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The Varsity Maine All-State boys track and field team has been announced, highlighting top talents from around the state.
The roster features athletes like Bangor senior Jake Bassi, who nearly broke the discus record, and Bonny Eagle’s Drew Gervais (named Athlete of the Year), a standout in sprint events.
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Portland Events
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.
Narrated Train Ride Experience
Saturday, August 1st, 2026 · 2 p.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $24.10 — Enjoy a scenic narrated train ride along Casco Bay while learning about Maine’s narrow gauge railroading history.