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Friday, December 20th, 2024
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Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Portland introduces a half-priced parking program for low- to moderate-income workers and volunteers at city-owned garages, increasing accessibility and reducing financial strain. WGME
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mile Marker Investments plans to build a 3,300-seat Portland Music Hall by late 2027, aimed at boosting Portland's cultural scene and economy. Portland Press Herald
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ United Airlines introduces summer seasonal non-stop flights from Portland to Houston, starting June 28, 2025, amidst record passenger numbers at Portland International Jetport. WMTW
- ➤ Stagehands at Portland’s State Theatre and Thompson’s Point have voted to unionize with the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees Local 114 to negotiate better salaries and benefits. WGME
- ➤ This week's Wednesday Sit-Down highlights the significant impact of shopping locally during the holiday season. WGME
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Senate passed the Social Security Fairness Act, co-authored by Senator Susan Collins, aiming to ensure full Social Security benefits for over 2 million public sector workers by repealing the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset. WGAN
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR The No. 1 best-selling apparel item on Amazon and your new shoe of the summer: Crocs. If you haven’t tried them, Crocs are having a comeback, beloved for being lightweight, comfortable, and easy to slip on and off. The Buy
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A Victorian Nutcracker Performance
Experience a retelling of the classic Christmas Eve story as a young girl embarks on a dream journey to the Sugar Plum Fairy's Land, inspired by a magical nutcracker gift.
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Portland, Maine Amazing Race & City Tour
Participate in a creative scavenger hunt through Portland's hidden gems while solving clues and completing fun challenges with your team.
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Portland, Maine Madness Amazing Race & Tour
Experience an interactive scavenger hunt across Portland, solving clues and completing tasks while uncovering local gems and culture.
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Story Time with Miss Robyn at Curtis Memorial Library
Engaging weekly story time featuring stories, songs, and activities designed for children aged 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver.
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Max García Conover Live Concert
Enjoy a live performance by Max García Conover at Portland House Of Music and Events in Portland, ME.
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Griffin William Sherry Concert
Experience a live performance by Griffin William Sherry at the State Theatre in Portland, Maine.
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Portland, Maine Amazing Race and City Tour
Participate in a scavenger hunt that encourages team bonding through creative challenges and exploration of Portland's hidden gems.
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Maine Celtics vs. Texas Legends Game
Watch the Maine Celtics take on the Texas Legends in a basketball game at the Portland Expo.
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Social Gathering for Drinks at Run of the Mill
This event invites locals to connect over drinks at a popular brewery in Saco while engaging in social activities and fostering new friendships.
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Xander Nelson: Solo Performance at Brickyard Hollow
Xander Nelson, a Portland-based singer and guitarist, showcases his energetic blend of garage rock, pop-punk, and blues in a live solo set at Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company.
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