Daily editionMonday, February 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of February.
Community
Maine's Bureau of Parks and Lands offered free ski and snowshoe rentals at Two Lights State Park on Feb. 21 and 22 in Cape Elizabeth; the trailer will next visit Camden Hills, Mount Blue, and Lily Bay State Parks later this month (see schedule online).
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Portland is accepting name ideas for a new park on the eastern waterfront through Feb. 27 (part of the city's new community engagement process for naming local landmarks).
Construction will begin this spring as the area is reimagined to reflect its unique heritage.
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Business
Portland Jetport has posted flight cancellations ahead of Monday's Nor'easter, which will bring high winds and snowfall to parts of Maine and New Hampshire as every airline issues advisories.
Many departures and arrivals have been cancelled, and airlines will offer vouchers for Tuesday (check with your carrier).
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Culture
Maple sugaring is simple but can be tricky, so Maine Maple Sunday Weekend on March 21-22 will bring thousands to Readfield sugarhouses like Dead Stream Alpaca & Maple Farm to share traditional methods.
Producers advise new hobbyists to work with seasoned experts to avoid costly mistakes.
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Government
Maine lawmakers are considering a climate superfund bill that would fine major oil and gas companies for historic pollution (over 1 billion metric tons of emissions from 1995 to 2024) to fund repair and climate resilience projects.
The proposal follows similar laws in Vermont and New York.
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Sports
Varsity Maine is releasing its final wrap-up video today that reviews regional finals results + previews state championship matchups.
The report explains local teams’ performance and sets expectations for upcoming contests.
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Bethel native Frank Del Duca finished 12th in the four-man bobsled event at the Winter Olympics in Cortina D’Ampezzo Sunday; he said missing a medal hurt but he praised his team’s maximum effort and family support (he expressed gratitude after the race).
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Portland Events
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.
Scottish Fish Concert
Friday, March 20th, 2026 · 8 p.m. — One Longfellow Square — $30 — Experience a lively blend of original and traditional Scottish and Cape Breton music.