Daily editionSunday, March 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of March.
Community
Residents in four Maine mobile home parks are taking steps to keep their homes affordable—neighbors in Monmouth formed a co-op to buy their park for $1.9 million while residents in Bowdoin, Standish and Brunswick push for rules to curb rising lot rents.
They say these moves will help them avoid steep rent hikes from private investors.
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Business
MaineGeneral Healthcare will lay off 100 full-time employees next month—citing delayed MaineCare reimbursements as the reason for the move.
The layoffs will affect workers at its Augusta and central Maine locations.
WGMERead more
Lifestyle
Maine Maple Sunday Weekend was busy as locals enjoyed a free chicken pot pie supper at Tuttle Road Community Church in Cumberland from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Saturday and the Spring Fling Slush Cup at Pleasant Mountain in Bridgton—while an all-you-can-eat brunch is offered today at Ferry Beach in Saco from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Sports
The UMaine Black Bears won the Hockey East Championship on Friday night by beating UConn at TD Garden, their first title since 2004—coach Ben Barr said the team worked hard and is now waiting for NCAA seeding today.
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Portland Events
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.
Portland Scavenger Hunt Adventure
Tuesday, April 1st, 2025 · 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Bard Coffee | Ticket required | Embark on a creative scavenger hunt filled with wacky challenges and local exploration.
Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt
Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025 · 2 PM – 12 AM — Custom House Parking Garage — Price per team — Experience a uniquely engaging scavenger hunt combining adventure and puzzles in Portland's scenic locations.