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Friday, February 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of February.
ACTIVE NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR We found your go-to item for upping fall runs and workouts: a top-selling weighted strength training vest. Choose from six pounds up to 30 pounds and add the weighted vest to runs, classes, or gym sessions to enhance calorie burning, improve your core, and increase muscle gains. The Buy
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CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Chef Ryan Hickman discusses menu plans for The Knotted Apron in Portland during Maine Restaurant Week. WGME
- ➤ Jack White, Lord Huron, André 3000, and other artists are confirmed for the first Back Cove Music & Arts Festival in Portland, featuring performances, local culinary, and brewery showcases on August 2nd and 3rd. FOX23
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents near Portland Jetport have taken legal action to contest a city-approved plan to enhance parking by adding 265 spaces, citing environmental concerns. WGME
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Andrew Ross highlights Greater Portland's top 75 restaurants, coffee shops, bakeries, and bars for 2025, showcasing the area's diverse and high-quality culinary scene. Portland Press Herald
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Dalton & the Sheriffs Live Concert
Experience Dalton & the Sheriffs' Something From Nothing Tour for an evening filled with community and sing-alongs at One Longfellow Square, featuring a beloved Boston-based independent band.
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Portland, Maine Amazing Race Scavenger Hunt
Participants will embark on a creative scavenger hunt that combines solving clues with wacky tasks, exploring the city while bonding with their team.
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Mendelssohn's String Octet Concert
This intimate concert features Mendelssohn's String Octet along with other compositions, showcasing the exceptional talent of Portland Symphony Orchestra musicians.
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Jeffrey Martin with Special Guest Bob Sumner
This concert features acclaimed singer-songwriter Jeffrey Martin presenting his latest album along with talented guest Bob Sumner, known for his storytelling and emotive music.
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Weekly Story Time with Miss Robyn
Enjoy interactive story time featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes for children aged 2-5 with a caregiver.
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Comedy Show with Leah Rudick
Leah Rudick, a popular comedian known for her unique style and viral content on social media, performs at the Empire Comedy Club, showcasing her comedic talents and experiences from her extensive touring.
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Maine Mariners Host First Responders Night Against Reading Royals
The Maine Mariners will host First Responders Night, honoring local heroes with special ceremonies and post-game autographs from the team.
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Board Game Speed Dating at Oxbow Brewing in Portland
This event brings together singles aged 25-39 for a night of board games and potential dating, facilitated by a gaming concierge in a social setting.
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Culinary Storytime for Kids: 'Stories in the Kitchen'
Children aged 5-7 will explore cooking through engaging picture books and imaginative play, featuring stories like 'Dragons Love Tacos' while creating culinary delights over five weeks.
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James McMurtry Live at One Longfellow Square
James McMurtry performs songs from his recent album 'The Horses and the Hounds' along with classic hits and storytelling at One Longfellow Square.
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Level Up Your Fall Workouts with This Must-Have Weighted Vest
If you’re looking to make your fall workouts more effective, we’ve found your new go-to: a best-selling weighted vest that’s perfect for everything from outdoor runs to strength training sessions. With weight options ranging from six to 30 pounds, you can pick the level that fits your goals.
Just throw it on for your next class, run, or gym session, and feel the difference. It adds just the right amount of resistance to help you burn more calories and push a little harder — without needing a bunch of extra equipment.
The best part? It also helps strengthen your core and build muscle as you move. Whether you're training indoors or hitting the trails, this vest is a simple way to take your workouts to the next level this season.
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