Outer Harbor area under serious consideration as permanent concert site By Mark Sommer Jan 9, 2017 Jan 9, 2017 Updated May 22, 2024 0 Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save The Outer Harbor is being seriously considered as a permanent site for larger concerts from the new Canalside management team chosen Monday.kAm%96 D:K6 @7 4@?46CED 2E r2?2=D:56 :D 6IA64E65 E@ 36 =:>:E65 :? 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