Good morning, Portland.

Firefighters rescued two people from a burning home on Broadway earlier this month—both were taken to area hospitals as crews battled heavy flames and poor visibility during a two-alarm fire while the State Fire Marshal's Office investigates the cause.

Waldoboro police found 53-year-old Levern Kelley dead Saturday morning at a home on Genthner Road, and Maine State Police later ruled her death a homicide—neighbors now worry as no suspect has been named.

Maine Highland Games will be held this weekend at the Windsor Fairgrounds at 82 Ridge Road in Windsor—celebrating 46 years of Scottish culture with traditional bagpipe music, food, sheep herding, a hammer toss, kilt making and dance performances.

Recent federal data show that Maine’s unemployment is very low—with Portland-South Portland at 2.2%, Lewiston-Auburn at 2.9%, and Bangor at 3.0%—as experts point to an aging workforce, a housing boom and growing industries in health care, life sciences and tourism as key factors.

A Portland non-profit received a $1 million anonymous donation to boost arts and music education in Portland Public Schools—about half the funds will support creative programs for 6,500 students.

A Maine law set in 2009 to help firefighters with cancer claims has mostly failed as state records show nearly 98% of claims were initially denied and only 35% of firefighters received any benefits.

Experts say the law’s affidavit requirement—forcing firefighters to prove they have no family history of cancer—has made it hard for them to get the intended support.

The Dead South Live Concert

7-11 p.m. — Thompson's Point — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an engaging evening with the folk-bluegrass sounds of The Dead South.

Weekly SUP Community Paddles

7:30-8:30 a.m. — Portland Paddle — Free entry — Connect with fellow paddlers for an hour of fun on the water during summer months.

The Big Bounce America

9 AM – 3 PM — Cumberland Fairgrounds — Ticket required — Experience inflatable fun for all ages in the World’s Biggest Bounce House.

Lake Street Dive Concert Pass

7-10 p.m. — Thompson's Point — Tickets from $102 — Experience the genre-defying sound of Lake Street Dive live in Portland, ME.

Wine Sail - Piedmont

6-8 p.m. — Maine Sailing Adventures — Tickets required — Experience a delightful evening of wine education and sailing on Casco Bay.

Ask A Librarian! Drop-in Question Sessions

1-3 p.m. — Freeport Community Library — Free — Get help with technology, research, and more at this community resource session.

Weekly Sea Kayak Community Paddles

7:30-8:30 a.m. — Portland Paddle — Free entry — Connect with fellow paddlers and enjoy a refreshing morning on the water.

Bess Jacques & The Strays

7-8:30 p.m. — Blue Portland Maine — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an eclectic mix of jazz, Americana, and faux-tango-pop from the talented Bess Jacques & The Strays.

Josh Ritter Concert

7-9 PM — State Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful and deep songwriting of Josh Ritter at a charming live venue.

The Little Mermen

7-11 p.m. — Thompson's Point — Cost info not provided — Experience a magical evening with the ultimate Disney cover band performing classics from your favorite films.

Lakeside Poker Run

VacationLand V Twin Cruisers, MC is having a Poker Run, Saturday 8/23. Registration opens at 9:00 AM, $20 per hand, kickstands up at 11:00 am. Starts at American Legion Post 155, Casco Road, Naples Maine and finishes at Lakeside Dairy Bar, Naples Maine. We'll be riding through Naples, Bridgton, Norway and Casco. $500 to the Winning Hand, $240 for Second Place, $50 for the Worst Hand. First 5 Hands with a Full House wins a $10 Gift Certificate to Lakeside Dairy Bar. PLUS Cash 50/50. Come join us for a day of summer fun!