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No. 1 in Varsity Maine softball poll goes the distance in 2026

Cheverus was ranked first in every poll this season.

Fletcher Babcock sizzles to take the lead, but Topsham’s Caleb Manuel is close behind him going into the final round.

New funding opportunities, a fast-approaching deadline and Maine’s hospital-sustaining plans that didn’t make the cut.

Gorham finishes No. 1 after 11-inning Class A championship victory.

by KYLE HIGHTOWER Associated Press June 23, 2026June 23, 2026

Brown has expressed anger about reportedly being part of trade talks for Giannis Antetokounmpo.

by Lisa Mascaro Associated Press June 23, 2026June 24, 2026

Maine Sen. Susan Collins is again among 4 Republicans to support the largely symbolic measure.

What made it remarkable was its humanity.

The Select Board considers whether the town should work with a company seeking to enroll local residents in a Penobscot-area solar project.

Attorneys for Stephen Bouchard have appealed the bail order. Bouchard is accused of killing his former girlfriend, Alice Hawkes.

A group of individuals interested in the wreck’s history — and its hefty cargo of granite pavers — sued for salvaging rights 2 years ago.