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Tuesday, March 18th, 2025
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On St. Patrick's Day, dozens of volunteers jumped into icy waters at East End Beach to raise money for the Portland Firefighters Children's Burn Foundation, continuing a 17-year tradition that has raised over $375,000. After the plunge, participants warmed up at Ri Ra with an Irish breakfast + raffle and beer. FOX23
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Portland man Keon Gaston was arrested after he threw a rock through a car window on Chestnut and Oxford streets on Sunday around 12:10 p.m.—he allegedly had 11.6 grams of cocaine and a stolen handgun on him. FOX23
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Maine Guide Mondays featured guide Catherine Gordon visiting Sugarloaf Mountain on Monday, March 17th for her final winter adventure before spring arrives—she highlighted the local wildlife and natural beauty in her latest exploration. WGME
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Portland City Council met Monday night to consider creating a social housing task force to explore if the city could act as a public developer for affordable housing. The council also approved a sale agreement with Lambert Woods North LLC for a 4.8-acre lot at 622 Auburn Street — where 72 mixed-size apartments will be built for families earning less than 60 percent of the area median income and remain affordable for 99 years. FOX23
- ➤ Sen. Angus King and Rep. Chellie Pingree sent letters to USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins asking why the agency cut $1 billion from local food programs that connect schools, food banks and community groups with local producers. They requested answers on when and how the cuts will be reversed and asked for a reply by Friday and April 4 — concerns raised as rising food costs affect Maine families. Portland Press Herald
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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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Dooryarders Concert
Dooryarders will be performing live at Hi-Fidelity in Portland.
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Book Signing with Jenn Bouchard
Jenn Bouchard will be signing copies of her romance novel 'Considering Us' at Barnes & Noble in South Portland.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Love Unfolded Fine Art Show
10 AM – 5 PM | Merrill Memorial Library | Free entry | Explore stunning local artworks paired with unique floral arrangements at this community art show.
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