Daily editionFriday, February 20th, 2026
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
Culture
Glenn Parkinson, president and historian of the Maine Ski and Snowboard Museum, joined ARC Maine on Thursday to highlight Maine’s skiing and snowboarding legacy as Winter Olympics interest boosted local pride in the sport.
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Portland photographer Lauren Lear captures food in a new light through her company, Lauren Lear Food Photography and Styling, and she recently shared her creative approach with ARC Maine.
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Brunswick Public Art selected a team based in Seattle Tuesday to design a sculpture honoring the former Frank J. Wood Bridge, which will use recycled steel from the bridge set for demolition near the new bridge linking Brunswick and Topsham; fundraising is expected and installation will begin after 2027.
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Environment
Maine roads are being weakened by frost heaves as freeze-thaw cycles cause water to seep into pavement cracks, freeze, and lift the surface.
As spring approaches, melting ice undermines the road base, increasing the risk of potholes.
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Health
Hannaford at Maine Mall in South Portland is recalling several meat products sold between Sunday, Feb. 15 and Wednesday, Feb. 18 due to a quality concern; no illnesses have been reported and customers may return the items for a full refund.
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Sports
Today, the Maine Principals’ Association moved up Friday’s regional high school basketball games because an incoming snowstorm is expected to bring several inches of snow.
In adjustments made at Portland (South division), Augusta and Bangor, start times are now as early as 2 p.m. while Saturday’s schedule remains unchanged.
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The Maine Principals’ Association corrected a scoring mistake from a weight class change to award co-championship to Mt. Blue and Noble at the girls wrestling state title meet in Belfast Tuesday, noting that rule ambiguity allowed Noble’s Ellie Gagnon to score extra points after switching classes.
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In Wednesday's Maine basketball semifinals at Augusta Civic Center, standout players such as Camden Hills' Nolan Ames (24 points, 11 rebounds) led his team to a 61-52 win over Bangor, while Ellsworth and Oceanside athletes also impressed in key games that set up exciting later matches.
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The finalists (Adelaide Strout, Corinne Ramunno, Solveig Ledwick, Ellie Skolnekovich) for the Becky Schaffer Award, which honors Maine's top senior girls hockey player, will be announced at the senior all-star game at Family Ice Center in Falmouth on Feb. 24.
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Portland Events
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.
PSMJ Project Management Bootcamp
Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026 · Daytime — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland, ME — Pricing details available upon request — Enhance your project delivery skills and boost client satisfaction in this intensive two-day workshop.
Corey B Live Show
Friday, March 6th, 2026 · 9:30 p.m. — Empire Comedy Club — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of comedy with radio personality and TikTok star Corey B.
Pine State Home and Garden Show
Saturday, March 7th, 2026 · 10 AM – 5 PM — Thompson's Point — Free entry — Discover ideas for home improvement and gardening at this engaging showcase with expert demonstrations.
Artistic Perspective Discussion on LIKE FLIES A RAGE
Sunday, March 8th, 2026 · 4:15 p.m. — Portland Stage — Free entry — Engage in a deep dive into creative themes and questions with special guests at this public discussion.
Irish Heritage Night at the Maine Mariners
Friday, March 13th, 2026 · 7:15–8:15 PM — Cross Insurance Arena — Ticket proceeds support the Maine Irish Heritage Center — Celebrate Irish culture while enjoying a thrilling hockey game.
St. Patrick's Day Celebration
Sunday, March 15th, 2026 · 1-4 p.m. — Maine Irish Heritage Center — Free entry — Celebrate Irish culture with live music, food, and family-friendly fun at this annual event.
Scuffed Realtor: Live with Nick Rochefort and Alex Schultz
Thursday, March 19th, 2026 · 7 p.m. — Empire Comedy Club — $35+ — Experience hilarious live reviews of viewer-submitted houses and unsolicited life advice from your favorite realtor duo.