Good morning, Portland.

At around 2:30 a.m. on Sunday, Maine State Police said a crash on the Maine Turnpike near mile marker 55 in Falmouth left one driver seriously injured and led to the arrest of the other driver—who fled on foot—after police dogs tracked him about one mile south due to signs of intoxication.

Local musician Jeff Beam organized a tribute show to honor filmmaker David Lynch by gathering Maine musicians to perform works from his films and TV series Twin Peaks.

The event is set for 8 p.m. Thursday at Blue on 650 Congress St. — tickets are $15 in advance and $18 at the door.

Portland marked St. Patrick's Day on March 17th as the annual parade on Commercial Street brought families, pets, and local groups together for lively music and dance while a pint of Guinness sparked the celebration—organizers from the Irish American Club led the event and the festivities will continue with special food, drinks, and a Monday morning plunge to support the Portland firefighters' Children’s Burns Foundation.

Volunteers in Cumberland are meeting on rainy spring evenings to help frogs, salamanders, and other amphibians cross a road safely (coordinated by the Chebeague & Cumberland Land Trust) while a town police officer slows traffic.

Citizen scientists will collect weather, traffic, and animal data to guide future measures aimed at reducing road deaths among these creatures.

Maine has spent over $17 million to digitize its court records — most records are still not online as officials work to protect sensitive data and manage staffing limits.

The state will pilot an online criminal case system in Androscoggin County this summer and lawmakers are asked to provide $1.8 million annually to maintain the system.

Dozens of protestors gathered at Congress Square Park on Sunday to demand that Senator Susan Collins hold a town hall meeting—she has not met with Mainers in over 25 years—as local residents ask for clear answers.

Rural Maine hospitals plan to cross-train staff and use family medicine doctors for C-sections—moves prompted by falling birth rates and the closing of birthing units.

State officials and hospital leaders are set to add more midwives and doulas while a federal grant and MaineCare payment changes aim to support quality care—steps that could reshape maternal health in rural areas.

Community Bingo Event

Join the community at the Portland Elks Lodge for a public Bingo event with games, food, and accessible facilities.

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.

NOVA ONE Concert

NOVA ONE will perform live at SPACE Gallery in Portland, offering an evening of music starting at 8:00 PM.

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.

Dooryarders Concert

Dooryarders will be performing live at Hi-Fidelity in Portland.

Book Signing with Jenn Bouchard

Jenn Bouchard will be signing copies of her romance novel 'Considering Us' at Barnes & Noble in South Portland.

Portland Maine Career Fair at Immigrant Welcome Center

This career fair offers job seekers the opportunity to connect with top employers across various sectors, including Government, Sales, Education, and more.

Bingo at Elks Lodge

10 AM – 3 PM | Portland, Maine Elks Lodge #188 | Cards for sale | Enjoy a fun-filled bingo day with lunch options and plenty of prizes.

Wine Down Wednesdays at C2-Congress Squared

C2-Congress Squared offers midweek relaxation with half-off select wine bottles and $5 house wines in a cozy atmosphere.

Portland, Maine Madness Amazing Race & Tour

11:24 a.m. — Bard Coffee — Ticketed event — Experience a fun-filled adventure in the heart of Portland with this amazing race and tour.