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Friday, March 13th, 2026
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Sports Bra, a chain dedicated to televising women’s sports, is set to launch a Portland location led by Ann Freeman & Emily Lesher. They are scouting for a space and will offer a family-friendly menu with vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options while featuring local suppliers. WMTW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Allagash Brewing was ranked sixth in the USA TODAY 10BEST 2026 Readers’ Choice Award for Best Brewery Tour — its tour includes a barrel room visit and a taste of five seasonal specialties. FOX23
- ➤ Edible Maine magazine releases a new quarterly issue that spotlights local fishermen, farmers, chefs and makers shaping Maine’s food culture — the publication features recipes and portraits that capture community traditions. FOX23
- ➤ The Portland Symphony Orchestra will perform the iconic Star Wars score from Empire Strikes Back in concert on Sunday at 1 p.m. at Merrill Auditorium. FOX23
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Maine's elver season is set to begin in March when state officials open a lottery for 20 new licenses + fishers prepare to harvest prized juvenile eels for export to Asian markets. Portland Press Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday (Mar. 12), state housing officials and policy experts met at the University of Southern Maine’s Hannaford Hall for Eggs and Issues, a program focused on easing the state's housing shortage and modernizing building policies, with Alex Horowitz noting that reducing building regulation red tape could help improve affordability. FOX23
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Maine’s housing developers say that the Build America Buy America rule is delaying 10 affordable projects by requiring HVAC systems + additional paperwork to use government funds. They are awaiting waivers that could push back construction for much-needed low-income units. Portland Press Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Maine Mariners and Portland Sea Dogs warned that the legislature's proposed LD 1822 would limit targeted online ads — a vital tool for reaching fans and supporting local minor league sports in the community. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ University of Maine women’s basketball star Adrianna Smith, already named America East Player of the Year twice, is a finalist for the Becky Hammon Mid-Major Player of the Year Award, averaging 22.2 points, 10.3 rebounds and 4.8 assists this season (she is the second Black Bear to reach this honor). WMTW
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Curtain Call Discussion on LIKE FLIES, A RAGE PLAY
4:15 p.m. — Portland Stage — Free entry — Engage in a lively discussion about the production with performers and delve into character development and themes raised by the play.
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Scuffed Realtor: Live with Nick Rochefort and Alex Schultz
7 p.m. — Empire Comedy Club — $35+ — Experience hilarious live reviews of viewer-submitted houses and unsolicited life advice from your favorite realtor duo.
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Scottish Fish Concert
8 p.m. — One Longfellow Square — $30 — Experience a lively blend of original and traditional Scottish and Cape Breton music.
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The Pretty Great Spelling Bee 2026
7-10 p.m. — SPACE Gallery — Free entry — Experience a whimsical battle of words with costumed competitors and local celebrity judges.
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Song Circle
6-7:30 p.m. — Good Medicine Collective — All ages welcome — Experience the healing power of community singing in a family-friendly setting.
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Peking Acrobats Performance
7-10 p.m. — Merrill Auditorium — Tickets from $25 — Experience a mesmerizing display of acrobatics and artistry from the famed Peking Acrobats.
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Anastasia The Musical
8 p.m. — Lyric Music Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting journey of Anya and the mystery of her royal past.
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Oxbow Live: Adults Rock!
7-8 p.m. — Oxbow Live — $15 Adults/$10 Kids — Enjoy a lively evening of music at one of Portland's favorite local spots.
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Brian Plumb Live at Empire Comedy Club
6 PM - 12 AM — Empire Comedy Club — $13.38-$24.18 — Experience the hilarious storytelling of Brian Plumb, a favorite among comedy fans nationwide.
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Tuesday Bingo Night: Women’s Edition
7-10 p.m. — Ugly Duckling Maine — Free entry — Enjoy traditional bingo with a women in music vibe hosted by Maggie Unzen.
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