These athletes are poised to have strong seasons on offense, defense and in between.
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Mariners lose to Worcester in regular-season home finale
Two goals in the third period give the Railers a victory in a game that won’t affect Maine’s playoff position.
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Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Prosecutors drop felony charges against 4 men accused in 2024 Portland fight
The men, whose attorneys said they reached plea deals on Wednesday, were among those accused of attacking members of a rival biker gang.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Life & Culture, Maine
3 Mainers win Guggenheim fellowships
Two faculty members at Bates College in Lewiston and a photographer from Rockport were among this year’s fellows.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine, News
Portland Farmers’ Market opening its outdoor season Saturday
The market returns to its usual location in Deering Oaks Park.
Posted inSoftball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Often overlooked, Maine softball outfielders can save games
It’s not the most coveted position in youth leagues, but in high school and beyond, the outfield can be where big games are won and lost.
Posted inSoftball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Meet the 25 southern Maine softball players to watch in 2026
These players can dominate in the circle, at the plate or on the bases and will be front and center for their teams this spring.
Posted inSoftball, Sports, Varsity Maine
These are the 10 southern Maine softball teams to watch in 2026
A team with a nationally regarded pitcher and two defending state champions are on the list of teams expecting big seasons.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
New Press Herald+ app now available for Maine news readers
The Press Herald+ app brings Maine news from southern, central, western and Midcoast regions and related ePaper editions together in one place.
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How grad students are helping Maine businesses grow, save money
A new, free clinic run by UMaine’s business school and the state’s public law school advised 17 small companies this spring. It already has a waiting list.