US women’s soccer legends talk about potential Portland team
The Portland Hearts of Pine host a virtual town hall with 3 current and past national team standouts as part of the club’s push to bring a pre-professional team to Maine.
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TSA workers at the Portland International Jetport could miss another paycheck
The jetport has not seen the long lines or staffing shortages reported at other airports as a result of the partial government shutdown.
Meet the 2025-26 Varsity Maine All-State boys swimming team
Six seniors join a record-breaking freshman as the season’s best performers.
Hearts of Pine open their ‘Last Chance’ ticket window
Standing room and bench seat tickets will be distributed throughout the season for Maine’s professional men’s soccer team.
Middle school girls hockey finally shows growth of women in the game
The Southern Maine Middle School Hockey Association final featured two teams coached by women, which they hope shows a trend of more female participation in the sport.
Meet the 2025-26 Varsity Maine All-State boys wrestling team
This year’s list includes Maine’s first co-ed New England champion since 2018.
Portland Sea Dogs, Maine Mariners worry about Democratic legislative priority
A data privacy bill making its way through Augusta has drawn pushback from the state’s business community.
‘We do not have a choice’: UMaine will pay its athletes to keep teams competitive
Division I sports is changing rapidly, and Maine is doing its best to keep pace.
Maine’s April movie offerings include hometown films and a dream wedding gone dark
Also, the film that won an Oscar for Best Documentary is showing at the Strand.
Portland International Jetport sees ‘normal operations’ despite partial government shutdown
The assistant director said the jetport isn’t seeing the hourslong wait times reported at some major airports.
LaGuardia Airport crash impacts Portland and Boston flights
Four flights to or from the Portland International Jetport were canceled on Monday.
5 Maine events this week include Art in Bloom, Diana Krall in Portland
Plus, catch a murder mystery at the Franco Center in Lewiston.
Melissa Etheridge brings songs from ‘Rise’ album to Waterville, Portland
The Grammy and Oscar-winning rock singer will perform in Maine on March 30 and April 4.
7 seasonal activities showing spring is finally coming to Maine
Ice cream stands, paved paths and early-opening fish shacks tell you winter might finally be over.
Maine Celtics roll to win over Cleveland Charge
With one game left in the regular season, Maine holds on to a G League playoff spot.
Spring snow bringing 4-8 inches around Maine
The National Weather Service in Gray said slick travel conditions could be possible Sunday into Monday, as many Mainers head out to Maple Weekend festivities.
After months away, Portland teen detained by ICE returns to the soccer field
Joel Andre was released from federal custody this week and arrived in Portland on Thursday with his mother and sister.
Direct payments to student-athletes the right move for Maine, but questions remain
By opening the door to direct payments, Maine administrators acknowledge they have to change to stay competitive in Division I sports.
Portland Museum of Art’s Youth Art Month exhibit spotlights Maine’s young artists
Student artists from across the state are represented in an exhibit running through April 5 at the Portland Museum of Art.
Portland officials facing outcry after Turning Point USA joins Expo event
Critics say the city was intentionally misled by Calvary Chapel Greater Portland, which booked the gathering.
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