Bethel resident qualifying for Olympics

Bethel based Bobsledder in Olympic qualifying events

Japan expands virus state of emergency after record spikes amid Olympics

Japan has expanded a coronavirus state of emergency to four more areas in addition to Tokyo on Friday.

Michael Phelps knows all too well what Simone Biles is going through

Phelps said Biles' bowing out of the competition was the kind of "eye-opening experience" that could turn into a major positive by bringing greater awareness of mental health issues.

With muted ceremony and empty stadium, Tokyo Olympics begin

Athletes marched into the stadium in their usual parade of nations, some socially distanced, others clustering together in ways utterly contrary to organizers' hopes.

From canoe slalom to rock climbing, the Tokyo Olympics are full of intriguing yet lesser-known sports

Many of the niche sports people can watch at the Summer Games are also performed across Maine, according to local athletes.

Lewiston’s Rancourt & Co. hand-sews 2021 Olympic sneakers for opening, closing ceremonies

"We're making sneakers for people who are going to be on the world stage." — President Mike Rancourt.

American gymnastics alternate tests positive at Olympics

The United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee says an alternate on the United States women’s gymnastics team has tested positive for COVID-19 in a training camp in Japan.