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Portland
Sunday, February 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A walking tour showcased Portland's Black history on Saturday, highlighting sites like the Abyssinian Meeting House — a key community landmark. Tour leader Merita McKenzie explained how the city’s past shaped its diverse future. Portland Press Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new state report released Friday highlights challenges in school construction as rising costs and deferred maintenance hinder updates at schools in Bath and Frenchville. The report recommends cost reduction + resource maximization strategies to meet shifting enrollment needs and funding gaps. WMTW
- ➤ Lawmakers are considering LD 2192, a bill drafted by Sen. Margaret Rotundo and Cara Courchesne that would require school job applicants to disclose prior misconduct investigations. A public hearing is set for 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee meeting room (Cross Building in Augusta). Portland Press Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S.S. New Mexico, carrying over 120 sailors, was docked at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard on Saturday for a scheduled overhaul to keep it ready for combat. It last visited the shipyard in December 2019. FOX23
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Portland High won the Class A South boys basketball title on Saturday (48-30 over Cheverus at Cross Insurance Arena) with key plays from Cordell Jones and Lucas LeGage. They will face Camden Hills for the state championship next Saturday at 7:45 p.m. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Noble led Maine wrestlers with four qualifiers advancing to the New England Championships on March 7-8 in Providence, while Fort Kent's Joel Desjardins (named Dennis Bishop Outstanding Wrestler) earned top honors. Several competitors also reached key career milestones. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Maine women’s basketball rallied from an eight-point deficit on Saturday in Orono to beat New Hampshire 67+61, with Adrianna Smith scoring 35 points—including eight in the fourth—for her 15th double-double, while Sarah Talon and Lala Woods contributed key points in the win. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ UMaine men’s hockey team swept Merrimack with a 5-2 win in Orono on Saturday. Josh Nadeau scored twice and contributed assists while Owen Fowler added two goals and goalie Mathis Rousseau made 21 saves. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Addison Jordan, who returned from a knee injury, powered the Cheverus girls basketball team to a 46-35 win over South Portland in the Class A South final on Saturday at Cross Insurance Arena (Portland). Portland Press Herald
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ASME/NNE Networking Event
5-8 p.m. — 300 Fore St Garage — Free entry — Connect with local mechanical engineers during E-Week festivities in Portland.
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CAFAM Lunar New Year Celebration
10 AM – 3 PM — Westbrook Performing Arts Center — Free entry — Celebrate the Year of the Horse with vibrant music, dance performances, and cultural activities.
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PSMJ Project Management Bootcamp
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.
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Corey B Live Show
9:30 p.m. — Empire Comedy Club — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of comedy with radio personality and TikTok star Corey B.
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Amelia Day with Heather Lynn
7:30-11:00 p.m. — SPACE Gallery — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of music inspired by love with heartfelt performances including 'Moon and Back'.
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Artistic Perspective Discussion on LIKE FLIES A RAGE
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.
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Irish Heritage Night at the Maine Mariners
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.
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Curtain Call Discussion on LIKE FLIES, A RAGE PLAY
4:15 p.m. — Portland Stage — Free entry — Engage in a lively discussion about the production with performers and delve into character development and themes raised by the play.
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Scuffed Realtor: Live with Nick Rochefort and Alex Schultz
7 p.m. — Empire Comedy Club — $35+ — Experience hilarious live reviews of viewer-submitted houses and unsolicited life advice from your favorite realtor duo.
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Scottish Fish Concert
8 p.m. — One Longfellow Square — $30 — Experience a lively blend of original and traditional Scottish and Cape Breton music.
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