Portland's St. Patrick's Day parade celebrates Irish heritage

Portland held its annual St. Patrick’s Day parade on Sunday, featuring over 2,000 attendees. The event included local Irish groups, pipe bands, and dancers, marking a record number of participants compared to previous years. The parade began at the Portland Fish Pier and traveled down Commercial Street. It showcased various organizations, including the Claddagh Mhor Pipe Band and the Portland Gaelic Athletic Association, celebrating Irish heritage. Post-parade festivities took place at the Maine Irish Heritage Center, offering food, drinks, and performances. The Stillson School of Irish Dance entertained the crowd, highlighting the importance of preserving traditional Irish culture.