Daily editionMonday, February 9th, 2026
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of February.
Culture
Since the 1970s, downtown has displayed red paper hearts on Valentine’s Day + Kevin Fahrman led the tradition until his April death, and local volunteers now continue the legacy.
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Environment
The Center for Wildlife in Cape Neddick nears completion of an 11-year expansion (11,000 sqft) that will help treat 1,000 more animals and boost capacity to 3,500 injured and orphaned species.
The project spans almost nine acres and supports regional ecosystem research.
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Sports
Patriots fans in Portland are placing early bets at Oddfellahs Sportsbook and Bar ahead of the Super Bowl – the venue opened a year and a half ago and now sees wagers on game outcomes as well as prop bets like Gatorade color.
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New England fans are prepping for Super Bowl LX at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara as the Patriots, after a season turnaround, face the Seahawks in a rematch — four coaches with Super Bowl experience lead a mix of veterans and rookies while fans swap trivia for game-day fun.
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Portland Events
Writer as Flaneur: Braided Essay Workshop
Tuesday, February 10th, 2026 · 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.
Valentine's Day Dinner at Earth
Thursday, February 12th, 2026 · 4-6 p.m. — Earth at Hidden Pond — $115++ per person — Experience a romantic prix fixe menu with seasonal ingredients in a charming setting.
Jeff Dunham Live in Portland
Friday, February 13th, 2026 · 7-9 p.m. — Cross Insurance Arena — Ticket purchase required — Experience the hilarious antics of world-renowned comedian and ventriloquist Jeff Dunham.
Groovin' Your Heart Out: Valentine's Dance Night
Saturday, February 14th, 2026 · 7-10 p.m. — Woodfords Club — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of live R&B music and learn Rhumba on Valentine's Night!
Turkish Lamp Mosaic Workshop
Sunday, February 15th, 2026 · 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.
Sunny Jain's Wild Wild East
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026 · 7-10 p.m. — One Longfellow Square — Ticketed event — Experience a raucous and electrifying performance by Sunny Jain of Red Baraat fame.
Tuvergen Band - Mongolian Folk Fusion
Friday, February 20th, 2026 · 7-8:30 p.m. — Mayo Street Arts — Check the box for an evening of Mongolian folk fusion sounds with Tuvergen Band blending traditional tunes and modern rhythms.
Kindness Crafts
Saturday, February 21st, 2026 · 2-4 p.m. — South Portland Public Library: Main Library — Pre-registration required — Unleash your creativity in a monthly crafting series for adults.
ASME/NNE Networking Event
Wednesday, February 25th, 2026 · 5-8 p.m. — 300 Fore St Garage — Free entry — Connect with local mechanical engineers during E-Week festivities in Portland.
Paper Art Collage Workshop
Sunday, March 1st, 2026 · 3-5 p.m. — Root Wild Kombucha — $10 entry — Create unique paper art collages while supporting local charities in a friendly atmosphere.