Daily editionSunday, March 1st, 2026
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of March.
Business
Investigations show that Amazon’s warehouses have high injury rates and force workers to ignore safety protocols.
Local voices in Gorham worry that a potential expansion could bring dangerous working conditions to the area.
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Culture
New England Blacksmiths held a winter meetup Saturday at Perakis Ironworks where members cycled through four stations to learn forging skills such as creating bookmarks + welded baskets; the event quickly filled with local artisans eager to step out of their own forges.
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Sports
Portland High's Bulldogs won the Class A boys basketball title on Saturday at Cross Insurance Arena by defeating Camden Hills 76-60 — their run from sixth seed with a 17-6 record boosted coach Joe Russo to his sixth state title in a 36-year career.
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Cheverus girls basketball won 63-61 in overtime after a 19-point comeback against Hampden Academy Saturday at Cross Insurance Arena.
Freshman Kristin King scored the final basket with 36 seconds left — clinching the team’s third state title in five seasons.
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The Gorham/Massabesic boys hockey team won 3 to 2 on Saturday at Troubh Ice Arena and advanced to the Class B South final; they will face York/Biddeford/Old Orchard Beach Tuesday at Cross Insurance Arena.
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York co-op hockey team powered to a 4-0 win over Kennebunk/Wells on Saturday at Troubh Ice Arena by a perfect penalty kill & strong offense, advancing to its first Class B South final since 2023.
They will face either Gorham/Massabesic or Poland/Leavitt/Oak Hill/Gray-New Gloucester on Tuesday at Cross Insurance Arena.
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The Maine Mariners finished an eight-game road trip with a 2-1 win over the Worcester Railers on Saturday, tying their record with seven straight wins.
They will host Trois-Rivières today (as they aim to extend the streak).
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Maine’s hockey team won its fourth straight game Saturday with a 3-2 victory over Northeastern in Lowell, Massachusetts — defenseman Frank Djurasevic scored twice in the second period and goalie Mathis Rousseau made 23 saves.
The team must win next Saturday against Vermont or face a preliminary playoff round.
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Accidents
On Saturday, a memorial procession started at the MaineDOT Fairfield Training Center and ended at the Augusta Civic Center to honor MaineDOT workers James Brown and Dwayne Campbell, who were killed last month when a minivan struck them on a Waterville overpass.
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Portland Events
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.
Maine Mariners vs Worcester Railers
Saturday, March 21st, 2026 · 6-7 p.m. — Cross Insurance Arena — Admission varies — Grab your furry friend and enjoy an exciting hockey night with the Maine Mariners.
Song Circle
Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 · 6-7:30 p.m. — Good Medicine Collective — All ages welcome — Experience the healing power of community singing in a family-friendly setting.