Daily editionTuesday, August 5th, 2025
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
Community
Portland officials launched a pilot program to serve free meals at Cotton Street for the unhoused, and three local non-profits—Preble Street, Hope Squad Maine, and Milestone Recovery—will hand out meals from 12:30-2 p.m. daily until the trial ends on September 4 when the program will be reviewed.
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Culture
Royal River Community Players established the David Ray Scholarship Fund to honor the late actor who was posthumously recognized at Yarmouth’s town meeting in June—over 82 donors have contributed over $27,000 and the fund now offers more than 10 scholarships to support community theater participation.
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Environment
Kaleb Dyer caught a rare yellow lobster off Vinalhaven and shared photos with Maine’s Total Coverage — experts at the New England Aquarium say naturally yellow lobsters occur about 1 in 30 million — making this catch exceptionally rare.
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Tropical Storm Dexter formed late Sunday night in the Atlantic with winds near 45 mph and was 255 miles northwest of Bermuda Monday morning (its tropical-storm-force winds extend up to 115 miles).
The storm will move east-northeast and strengthen slightly before turning post-tropical by Wednesday while staying well offshore of Maine.
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Accidents
A 15-year-old teen from Bangor died Saturday when his ATV rolled over on the Cross Road trail in Presque Isle—emergency crews tried to revive him but he did not survive.
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Portland Events
National Root Beer Float Day Celebration
Wednesday, August 6th, 2025 · 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. — Aloft Portland Downtown Waterfront ME — Donations encouraged — Enjoy delicious root beer floats while supporting The Barbara Bush Children's Hospital.
The Flaming Lips and Modest Mouse Live
Thursday, August 7th, 2025 · 7:00-8:30 p.m. — Thompson's Point — Not specified — Experience a night of psychedelic rock with The Flaming Lips and indie vibes from Modest Mouse.
Guster On The Ocean
Friday, August 8th, 2025 · 3 PM – 9 PM — Thompson's Point — Ticket pricing varies — Experience three days of Guster's live performances by the beautiful ocean in Portland.
Wine Sail - Rosé Experience aboard the Frances
Saturday, August 9th, 2025 · 3-5 p.m. — Maine Sailing Adventures — Cost info not specified — Enjoy exquisite rosé wines while sailing through the stunning Casco Bay.
Dino Trolley Adventure
Sunday, August 10th, 2025 · 9:45-3 p.m. — Seashore Trolley Museum — $15 for ages 3-99, free for kids under 3 — Embark on a dino-themed trolley ride with activities like a dinosaur egg hunt and craft-making fun.
Bingo at Elks Lodge
Tuesday, August 12th, 2025 · 10 AM – 3 PM — Portland, Maine Elks Lodge #188 — Purchase bingo cards on-site — Enjoy a fun-filled day of bingo with lunch options and ample parking.
The Dead South Live Concert
Wednesday, August 13th, 2025 · 7-11 p.m. — Thompson's Point — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an engaging evening with the folk-bluegrass sounds of The Dead South.
Weekly SUP Community Paddles
Thursday, August 14th, 2025 · 7:30-8:30 a.m. — Portland Paddle — Free entry — Connect with fellow paddlers for an hour of fun on the water during summer months.
The Big Bounce America
Friday, August 15th, 2025 · 9 AM – 3 PM — Cumberland Fairgrounds — Ticket required — Experience inflatable fun for all ages in the World’s Biggest Bounce House.
Lake Street Dive Concert Pass
Saturday, August 16th, 2025 · 7-10 p.m. — Thompson's Point — Tickets from $102 — Experience the genre-defying sound of Lake Street Dive live in Portland, ME.