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Tuesday, March 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 1,500 participants joined Maine's largest and coldest International Women's Day ocean dip, highlighting community and empowerment. FOX23
- ➤ A new documentary, 'Beyond the Bridge: A Solution to Homelessness,' aims to highlight solutions to the homelessness crisis and will be screened in Portland. WGME
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Maine lawmakers propose a bill to replace the state's minimum wage with a livable wage scale, aiming to address housing and labor challenges by potentially raising wages to $23.22 an hour for individuals without children. WGME
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Portland City Council faces calls for implementing a 'Vision Zero' initiative to eliminate traffic-related deaths following four pedestrian fatalities, despite ongoing safety efforts and planned improvements. Portland Press Herald
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR The No. 1 best-selling apparel item on Amazon and your new shoe of the summer: Crocs. If you haven’t tried them, Crocs are having a comeback, beloved for being lightweight, comfortable, and easy to slip on and off. The Buy
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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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Beyond Business: Networking for Entrepreneurs
This event provides a valuable opportunity for entrepreneurs to network, collaborate, and develop connections in a supportive environment with light refreshments offered.
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Cocktail Comedy Night at The Martini Bar
Enjoy an evening of laughter with Maine's comedians at The Martini Bar, featuring a lineup recognized in several comedy festivals.
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Choir! Choir! Choir! - An Interactive Singing Experience
Choir! Choir! Choir! invites participants to engage in a fun and interactive sing-along event featuring the biggest hits of Queen, where attendees become performers and can enjoy an evening of music and camaraderie.
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An Afternoon of Jazz with Brad Terry and Friends
Enjoy an intimate jazz performance by legendary clarinetist Brad Terry and his talented ensemble during a special Sunday session.
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Sunrise on the Reaping Release Party at Barnes & Noble
The event is a celebration for the release of the fifth book in the Hunger Games series, featuring giveaways and a special edition available for pre-paid reservations.
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Community Bingo Event
Join the community at the Portland Elks Lodge for a public Bingo event with games, food, and accessible facilities.
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Cozy Wine Down Wednesdays at C2 - Congress Squared
Experience a relaxing midweek getaway with half-off select wine bottles and $5 house wines in a warm atmosphere at C2 - Congress Squared.
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NOVA ONE Concert
NOVA ONE will perform live at SPACE Gallery in Portland, offering an evening of music starting at 8:00 PM.
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Keys to The City: A Dueling Piano Show
This interactive dueling piano show features talented performers Jim Ciampi and Seth Holbrook, promising an evening filled with music, laughter, and audience participation.
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