Daily editionMonday, March 30th, 2026
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 30th of March.
Culture
Canadian singer-songwriter Jane Siberry will perform a solo show on April 7 at One Longfellow Square in Portland; the event starts at 8 p.m. (tickets are $36 in advance and $40 at the door).
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Education
University of New England doctorate and Physician Assistant students practiced eating disorder patient care in simulation exercises on Saturday at the campus, working with actors who played patients (a setup that lets them learn from mistakes before treating real patients).
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Government
Starting early summer, Maine will provide up to $15,000 for eligible homeowners in York, Cumberland, Kennebec and Penobscot counties to replace roofs that meet fortified standards (flood zone applicants must have flood insurance) and help prevent insurance cancellations.
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Health
In Saco, 28 years of Mary's Walk brought over 800 participants together along a two-mile route to honor loved ones fighting cancer and raise over $125,000 for the Maine Cancer Foundation.
Local groups in Scarborough have joined efforts to support further cancer research (report).
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Patient Grace Connolly of Falmouth, relying on medical cannabis to ease cancer treatment side effects, urges lawmakers to pass LD 1847 that mandates testing and tracking for contaminants (pesticides, heavy metals, and mold) to protect vulnerable patients.
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Lifestyle
Maine’s stick season shows off hidden perks today as locals enjoy birdwatching and waterfall views at spots like Ogunquit Beach and Lewiston’s Great Falls, plus Sugarloaf stays open for extended snow play into early May.
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Sports
Mariners clinched a playoff berth with a 6-0 win over the Greensboro Gargoyles on Sunday at Cross Insurance Arena, thanks to a 5-goal second period.
Xander Lamppa scored two goals as the series sweep boosts their record (38-16-6-2) for a fourth playoff appearance in five seasons.
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Portland Events
Tuesday Bingo Night: Women’s Edition
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026 · 7-10 p.m. — Ugly Duckling Maine — Free entry — Enjoy traditional bingo with a women in music vibe hosted by Maggie Unzen.
An Evening With Geordie Greep
Saturday, April 4th, 2026 · 8-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre — $50/ea — Experience an evening with Geordie Greep in Portland's vibrant State Theatre.
Emo Philips Live
Thursday, April 9th, 2026 · 7 PM – 1 AM — Empire Comedy Club — Tickets required — Experience the brilliance of renowned joke-writer Emo Philips in a night of hilarity.
Randy's Cheeseburger Picnic Comedy Show
Friday, April 10th, 2026 · 7-11 p.m. — Oxbow Brewing Company — Tickets starting at $30 — Enjoy a night of laughs with Randy from Trailer Park Boys, featuring comedy, songs, and prizes.
Keller Williams Concert
Saturday, April 11th, 2026 · 7-11 p.m. — State Theatre — General Admission from $55 — Enjoy a night of vibrant music featuring Keller Williams in Portland's lively atmosphere.
Curtain Call Discussion – OUR TOWN
Sunday, April 12th, 2026 · 4:30 PM — Portland Stage — Free entry — Engage in a thoughtful conversation about the production with its performers and dive into insights on rehearsal and character development.
Bess Jacques & The Strays Concert
Wednesday, April 15th, 2026 · 7-8:30 p.m. — Blue Portland Maine — Tickets available — Experience an eclectic mix of jazz, Americana, and faux-tango-pop with Bess Jacques & The Strays.
Brandy Clark Concert
Thursday, April 16th, 2026 · 8-11 p.m. — State Theatre — Tickets from $43 — Catch Brandy Clark live in concert at the beautiful State Theatre in Portland.
Film Screening of 'Unless Something Goes Terribly Wrong'
Friday, April 17th, 2026 · 7-9:30 p.m. — South Portland High School — Free entry — Discover the challenges of maintaining aging wastewater systems in this captivating documentary with a Q&A featuring industry professionals.
Badfish Concert
Saturday, April 18th, 2026 · 8-11 p.m. — State Theatre — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the sounds of Badfish, a tribute to Sublime, at one of Portland's top venues.