Daily editionFriday, March 21st, 2025
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
Business
Patagonia sued Marden’s Surplus and Salvage for allegedly selling counterfeit jackets at 13 Maine locations — Scarborough, Biddeford, Gray, and Sanford — on Tuesday, and it requested a jury trial while the store denied the claims.
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Government
Frustrated Mainers met in Brewer on Wednesday to discuss how federal job cuts by Elon Musk’s DOGE team affected their employment and benefits while urging Maine’s congressional delegation to act—one attendee later learned his federal job was restored.
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The Pleasant Point Passamaquoddy Reservation is celebrating the return of $4 million in federal funds—brought back by Senator Susan Collins—to fix its wastewater treatment system at risk of flooding.
Collins said she will keep working to secure more federal help for Maine tribes.
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Health
A newborn diagnosed with a rare heart condition had a full bypass operation at MaineHealth Barbara Bush Children's Hospital on day three—its first such surgery in over 10 years.
The new pediatric cardiac program allowed the treatment to happen in Portland, and Annie’s family is grateful for the local care that kept them from having to travel to Boston.
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Sports
Hearts of Pine won a historic game by a score of four to zero in the U.S. Open Cup on Thursday at Lewiston High as Nathan Messer scored a free kick that excited the estimated crowd of 3,200.
The team will start its inaugural season on March 29 in Naples, Florida.
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Portland Events
Dooryarders Concert
Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 · Dooryarders will be performing live at Hi-Fidelity in Portland.
Book Signing with Jenn Bouchard
Sunday, March 23rd, 2025 · 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
Monday, March 24th, 2025 · 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
Tuesday, March 25th, 2025 · 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
Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 · C2-Congress Squared offers midweek relaxation with half-off select wine bottles and $5 house wines in a cozy atmosphere.
Reverie Road with Alice Howe & Freebo
Thursday, March 27th, 2025 · Reverie Road, a genre-defying Celtic ensemble featuring renowned musicians, will perform alongside Americana artist Alice Howe and folk icon Freebo, offering an eclectic mix of traditional and contemporary music.
Live Concert: Glacier at Oxbow Blending & Bottling
Friday, March 28th, 2025 · Glacier will perform live at Oxbow Blending & Bottling, showcasing their music in a cozy Portland venue.
Seba Molnar Live Jazz Performance
Saturday, March 29th, 2025 · Award-winning saxophonist Seba Molnar will perform an evening of jazz at Blue Portland, featuring talented musicians and a pay-what-you-can admission.
From A Woman's Perspective - A Group Exhibition Of Visual Arts
Sunday, March 30th, 2025 · 11 AM – 3 PM | Richard Boyd Art Gallery | Free entry | Explore a diverse range of award-winning visual art created by talented women artists.
Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt in Portland, Maine
Monday, March 31st, 2025 · 2 PM - 12 AM | Custom House Parking Garage | Price per team | Engage in a fun puzzle-solving adventure that showcases Portland's sights.