April 2026 – Page 19 – The Portland Press Herald

Newport native Cooper Flagg named NBA Rookie of the Year

by Associated Press April 27, 2026April 27, 2026

Flagg edges former Duke teammate Kon Knueppel to win the honor after being the No. 1 pick in the draft.

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Cheryl Nee, 65, was killed in the Friday night blaze.

by Patrick Whittle Associated Press April 27, 2026April 28, 2026

Oddly colored lobsters often make their way to New England’s docks during the spring and summer, but the two-colored specimen is rarer than most.

A vote on the language, which expands limits on cooperating with immigration authorities to all public employees, was put off until May 4.

Girls outdoor track and field teams have to deal with turnover in this grueling event on a yearly basis

Four returning Varsity Maine All-State picks highlight a list loaded with potential state champions across all three classes.

An administrative assistant said she was fired in 2023 after reporting a priest’s inappropriate remarks to human resources.

After a session with mixed results on efforts to protect children, some lawmakers make a push for access to child protective records.

A scheduled debate between Gov. Janet Mills and Graham Platner was cancelled when Mills dropped out of the race.

Scarborough is a top contender to unseat Bangor in Class A, and WMC foes Freeport and Yarmouth will be among Class B’s best.