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Auto Racing, Franklin, Local Sports, News, Sports

Inspirational New Vineyard resident Ricky ‘Fordman’ Moody in hospice care at home

by Wil Kramlich February 16, 2021February 17, 2021

The popular Franklin County native stopped receiving treatment for terminal illness in late January.

Maine colleges, Sports

Gabrielle Wener joins wave of Maine players succeeding in Division I women’s college basketball

by Drew Bonifant December 2, 2020December 2, 2020

Messalonskee product starts in opener as freshman at Monmouth, continuing trend of state’s stars faring well at high collegiate level.

Business, Maine, News, Sports

With no games, Portland’s pro sports teams try to keep fans engaged

by Glenn Jordan July 19, 2020July 20, 2020

Minor league franchises including the Portland Sea Dogs, Maine Red Claws and Maine Mariners are in a holding pattern until games can resume safely.

Business, Maine, News, Politics

Bill to legalize sports betting advances in Maine Legislature

by Kevin Miller June 18, 2019June 19, 2019

The bill, which faces additional votes, would allow Mainers age 21 and older to place bets at licensed physical locations or via mobile apps.

Business, Maine, News, Politics

Committee’s split shows details will be key to legalizing sports betting

by Kevin Miller May 24, 2019May 24, 2019

Debates are likely on the floor of the Legislature over a bill to allow online wagering, set a 2-tiered tax rate and allow on-premises betting at 11 locations.

Business, Maine, News, Politics

Tax rate still unresolved in Maine proposal to legalize sports betting

by Kevin Miller May 20, 2019May 21, 2019

Maine is among more than 20 states hoping to capitalize on a U.S. Supreme Court ruling last year that legalized gambling on sporting events.

Maine, News, Politics

Maine lawmakers kill several bills on sports betting, but one survives

by Scott Thistle May 6, 2019May 6, 2019

The committee that oversees gambling kept one measure alive on Monday, and the bill will serve as a vehicle for approving some form of legalized wagering on major sports.