The defending Class A champs will host Bangor in the regional final next week.
Portland
Maine travelers anxious over nationwide flight cancellations
At Portland International Jetport, at least 96% of flights are connected to 15 major airports directly impacted by FAA-required cancellations.
Hearts of Pine coach, defender in running for USL League One honors
Bobby Murphy is a finalist for coach of the year, while Nathan Messer is in contention for the defender of the year.
Boxers Casey Streeter, Wade Faria eager for Saturday fights
At vastly different stages in their careers, the Portland Boxing Club fighters share a passion for the sport.
Maine’s Amy Allen nominated for songwriting Grammy for work with Sabrina Carpenter and others
Allen, who grew up in Windham and South Portland, was nominated for her work on Carpenter’s ‘Man’s Best Friend’ album, as well as work with several other artists. A win in February would give her the award for a second straight year.
Maine Border Patrol agent bragged about Chicago shooting in text messages
A defense attorney says Charles Exum sent the messages, in which he boasts of his shooting skills, in a group chat with other agents.
Mikey Lopez is the captain the Hearts of Pine needed
The veteran leads the team into a USL League One semifinal Sunday night at Spokane.
Portland jetport warns of flight cancellations after FAA cuts air traffic at 40 airports
The Federal Aviation Administration is reducing air traffic by 10% at 40 ‘high-volume’ airports across the country, including Boston’s Logan, potentially impacting thousands of flights.
Border Patrol agent who shot woman in Chicago works in Maine
Court documents say the agent fired 5 rounds at the woman, who is charged with assaulting federal officers for allegedly ramming their SUV with her vehicle.
New business-based coalition forms to address Maine’s housing shortage
Build Homes Build Community is a statewide group of business leaders, nonprofits, trade associations and others that will advocate for pro-housing policies and encourage Mainers to support home construction in their communities.