Plourde, 21, finished with an even par 71 to keep ahead of top challengers Ruby Haylock and Kristin Kannegieser.
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MIFF sees strong attendance, high energy as film festival ends 2021 run
Sunday’s rainy weather was not much good if heading outside, but it was perfect for watching movies — a sentiment embraced by many attendees on the final day of the 24th Maine International Film Festival in Waterville.
Caleb Manuel fends off rivals with steady play to win his first Maine Amateur Championship
The Topsham native plays a bogey-free final round, shooting a 2-under 68 to edge Will Kannegieser by one shot.
Crowded leaderboard emerges at Maine Amateur Championship
Caleb Manuel, Will Kannegieser and Joe Alvarez share the lead heading into the final round Thursday.
Caleb Manuel grabs first round lead at the Maine Amateur Championship
The 19-year old from Topsham makes consecutive birdies on final three holes to finish the round 2-under par.
San Francisco Giants select UMaine pitcher Nick Sinacola in the 7th round of MLB draft
The Black Bears righty is set to play pro ball after he earned America East Pitcher of the Year honors this season.
Sidelines: Shohei Ohtani’s tour de force season exactly what baseball needs
Angels’ star gives an ailing sport a needed dose of enthusiasm and excitement, Drew Bonifant writes.
Basketball: Nokomis, Winthrop go with familiar names for coaching positions
Former girls coach Anderson takes over Nokomis boys, while former boys assistant Baehr will coach Winthrop girls.
Auto racing notes: Douglass gets ‘over the hump’ with Pro Stocks victory
Sidney driver had been running consistently in top five; speed records fall at Wiscasset Speedway.
Cycling: Clubs see uptick in participation in central Maine
Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club, central Maine chapter of New England Mountain Bike Association enjoy higher numbers in 2021.