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Portland
Friday, January 30th, 2026
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cape Elizabeth middle schoolers (15 students) organized Cumberland County's first winter Special Olympics at Gull Crest Fields on Thursday, where nearly 100 athletes competed in speed skating, snowshoeing, and cross country skiing. The event served as a lesson in event planning as statewide games are set for Feb. 27. Portland Press Herald
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mölnlycke announced an expansion at Brunswick Landing that will more than double production from 100 million to over 200 million dressings annually — a move that will create new jobs and boost hospital supplies nationwide. WMTW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Four Maine cookbooks were honored Wednesday evening at the Readable Feast gala held at the Summer Shack restaurant in Cambridge. Catherine Walthers' cookbook won top awards in three categories while another seafood title and a second book received honorable mentions. Portland Press Herald
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Low-income Maine residents faced extra electricity costs as a report for the Electric Ratepayer Advisory Council found non-standard offer customers overpaid $156 million from 2016 to 2024. Public Advocate Heather Sanborn warned a LIAP redesign in October + higher supply costs will reduce monthly electric bill discounts for eligible households. WMTW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eight UNE business students will work for the NFL during Super Bowl weekend as they travel to Santa Clara next week for interactive, guest-facing roles and college credit. They will also meet with executives from the SF Giants, San Jose Earthquakes, and San Jose Sharks to learn key business strategies. WGME
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A water main break closed Ocean Street between Broadway and Highland Ave and caused Broadway to shut between Ocean Street and Cottage in South Portland yesterday, with the Portland Water District working to restore service. FOX23
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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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Writer as Flaneur: Braided Essay Workshop
6-9 p.m. — Mechanics' Hall — $275 Members/$475 Nonmembers — Explore the art of the braided essay while embracing the wandering spirit of the flaneur.
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Valentine's Day Dinner at Earth
4-6 p.m. — Earth at Hidden Pond — $115++ per person — Experience a romantic prix fixe menu with seasonal ingredients in a charming setting.
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Jeff Dunham Live in Portland
7-9 p.m. — Cross Insurance Arena — Ticket purchase required — Experience the hilarious antics of world-renowned comedian and ventriloquist Jeff Dunham.
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Groovin' Your Heart Out: Valentine's Dance Night
7-10 p.m. — Woodfords Club — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of live R&B music and learn Rhumba on Valentine's Night!
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Turkish Lamp Mosaic Workshop
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Best Western Merry Manor Inn — Book Now on Eventbrite — Explore the art of Turkish mosaic lamps while enjoying Turkish tea and treats.
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