Pitchers held the early advantage as hitters regained their timing after missing a season of baseball.
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2021 high school lacrosse wrap-up: Balance of power remained with traditional programs
Even with the uncertainty caused by the missed 2020 season, the contenders in 2021 were much the same as in two years prior.
2021 high school tennis wrap-up: Gratitude, team titles highlight the return to play this spring
Waterville, Hall-Dale girls won state titles after the 2020 was wiped out due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Youth baseball: Kids grateful for chance to be back in state tournament play
Cal Ripken 10U tournament an example of postseason play that didn’t take place in 2020.
Early strawberry season wrapping up with plentiful crop at central Maine farms
Farmers say the berries are outstanding this year, and demand is strong as families look for activities to do together.
2021 high school track and field wrap-up: Coaches, athletes thankful to compete for championships again
After pandemic wiped out 2020 season, teams returned to competition in 2021 — and many reached new heights.
Volunteer grieving group in central Maine continued support throughout pandemic
The group met virtually during the coronavirus pandemic and is looking to grow as in-person programming comes back as an option.
Personalities, on and off course, highlight Korn Ferry Tour’s arrival
From player-caddie relationships to long stretches away from home, a variety of circumstances bring players to Maine.
Cal Ripken baseball state tournaments are under way
The 10U state tournament is being played in Sidney while the 12Us are in Auburn.
Fairfield boxer Justin Rolfe prepares for heavyweight title bout
Rolfe, 29, will fight for the American Boxing Federation’s Atlantic Heavyweight crown on Saturday in New Hampshire.