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Sunday, January 25th, 2026
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In 2025, the Trauma Intervention Program (TIP) of Greater Portland helped 362 Mainers by dispatching 25 volunteers to emergency scenes. The nonprofit will welcome more volunteers and hold its first training session on Thursday, Jan. 29 at the Scarborough public safety building. WMTW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maine and New Hampshire are expecting a foot of snow later today into Monday, so residents should stock up on food, medication, and essential supplies to stay safe in freezing temperatures. Drivers are advised to ready their vehicles and generators — following proper safety measures. WMTW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Beltway Heating, Air and Plumbing in Hanover advises residents to prepare for winter storm power outages by disconnecting hoses, dripping faucets, and unplugging appliances to avoid surge damage and costly repairs; *generator safety* includes proper use, ventilation and keeping refrigerator doors closed. WMTW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Maine Mariners dominated on Saturday in Portland in a 7-1 ECHL win over Trois-Rivieres. Brooklyn Kalmikov led the scoring with key goals from Nielson, Perrault, and Hemstrom while Brad Arvanitis earned his sixth win with 30 saves. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Maine men’s basketball team pulled away in the second half to defeat Binghamton, 79-63, in an America East game in Orono yesterday. Logan Carey led the team with 19 points as the Black Bears secured back-to-back wins for the first time this season. Portland Press Herald
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Wild Pink Live with Dead Gowns and Tremelo Fields
7:30-10:30 p.m. — SPACE Gallery — Cost info not provided — Experience the explosive rustic rock of Wild Pink alongside Portland's own Dead Gowns and Tremelo Fields.
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Community Bake at Flatbread Company Portland
5-9 p.m. — Flatbread Company — Portion of proceeds to support MOFGA — Celebrate local food and gather educational resources while enjoying delicious flatbreads.
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Contra Dance Night with Stomp Rocket
7-10 p.m. — Mechanics' Hall — $15-$20 admission — Experience a lively evening of contra dancing with live music to warm you up from the winter chill.
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Stews & Stories Potluck Supper
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Mechanics' Hall — Pay-what-you-can, suggested $20 — Enjoy a cozy evening of shared stews and storytelling that warms both body and spirit.
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Night Moves Pizza Night at Lambs
4:30-8 p.m. — Lambs — Bring your own pizza — Enjoy a casual evening with delicious pizza from Night Moves in a great neighborhood bar setting.
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Holy Cross School Dance with The Jim Ciampi Band
7-11 p.m. — Portland, Maine Elks Lodge #188 — Cash bar and snacks available — Groove all night with live music and good vibes from The Jim Ciampi Band.
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Book Launch: Emily Nemens' CLUTCH
7-8 p.m. — Mechanics' Hall — Ticketed event — Celebrate the launch of CLUTCH with author Emily Nemens and a conversation with Nick Fuller Googins.
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An Evening of Middle Eastern Music and Dance
7-8:30 p.m. — Cadenza — Free entry — Enjoy a captivating blend of Middle Eastern music and dance performed by talented ensembles and artists.
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Kouchera In Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Hill Arts — Cost info not provided — Experience a vibrant R&B journey from the 70s to the 2000s with high-energy performances and soulful rhythms.
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Curtain Call Discussion – LEND ME A TENOR
4:15 p.m. — Portland Stage — Free entry — Engage with performers in a lively discussion about the production's creative process and themes.
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