The Latest Breaking News from Maine

Cooper Flagg Selected No. 1 by Mavericks: How His Basketball Fit Translates to NBA

The 18-year-old from a small Maine town has transcended the talent level at every stop through quick study and hard work.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 26, 2025

Maine governor scrambles to reassure Canadians that traveling to the US is safe: ‘It’s a terrifying thing going down there right now’

Canadians raised concerns Tuesday with Maine Governor Janet Mills about traveling to the US during a joint conversation with the Premier of New Brunswick, Susan Holt.

The Independent UK · Jun 25, 2025

The best places to potentially see the Northern Lights this week

From Alaska to Maine, skywatchers will be able to see the colorful displays that light up the night sky

The Independent UK · Jun 25, 2025

Convicted former Catholic priest exposed by Spotlight investigation dies at 87

James Talbot, a former Catholic priest convicted of sexually assaulting boys in Maine and Massachusetts, has died

The Independent UK · May 30, 2025

Six Dreamy Travel Spots for Retirees to Indulge in Luxury Adventures

Whether you're a retiree looking for adventure or relaxation, we have the perfect luxury vacation ideas for you.

Kiplinger · May 28, 2025

Paul Mescal hits out at ‘lazy and frustrating’ comparisons between new movie and Brokeback Mountain

‘The History of Sound’ stars Mescal opposite Josh O’Connor as two young music students who travel to rural Maine together in the summer of 1919 to record local folk songs

The Independent UK · May 22, 2025

Two dozen Maine residents to begin 40-day hunger strike in solidarity with Gaza

Maine Coalition for Palestine to join Veterans for Peace, as well as college and university students on shorter strikes

The Guardian - US · May 22, 2025

Supreme Court Orders Maine Legislator Censured for Social Media Post Must Get Voting Rights Back

On Monday, the court granted an emergency injunction allowing Rep. Laurel Libby to resume voting and speaking after she was censured for a post criticizing trans women in women's sports.

Reason · May 21, 2025

Does Justice Jackson See The Irony In Her Libby Dissent?

KBJ found the representative's vote would not "impact the outcome" of any vote; ditto for KBJ's dissent.

Reason · May 20, 2025

Ms. Rachel makes emotional plea for Gaza’s children as UN warns 14,000 babies could starve under Israeli blockade

A former child educator from Maine, Ms. Rachel has built an audience of nearly 15 million subscribers on YouTube with her mix of educational videos and songs for young children

The Independent UK · May 20, 2025