Minor league franchises including the Portland Sea Dogs, Maine Red Claws and Maine Mariners are in a holding pattern until games can resume safely.
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Posted inThe Forecaster
Falmouth ice arena opens girls locker room
FALMOUTH — After a multi-year effort, the Family Ice Center has opened its new girls locker room. The girls team at Falmouth High used the new space, which also includes equipment storage and a coach’s office, for their first home game of the season Dec. 18. A special ribbon-cutting ceremony was planned for Dec. 22. […]
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Store’s apparel rekindles team name controversy in Scarborough, 20 years after change
The school board changed the nickname to ‘Red Storm’ in 2000. Flaherty’s Family Farm store still sells fan gear carrying the old name, raising public concern.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Maine Observer: Stepping into the ring to fight for my life
The art of boxing is not about beating the other guy – it’s about overcoming your own fears.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: California is making the NCAA extremely angry. Good.
The forthcoming Fair Pay to Play Act will allow college athletes to earn money from endorsements.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Yarmouth students get a free pass to home games
New Athletic Director David Creech wants to foster more community involvement in sporting events.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News, Politics
Bill to legalize sports betting advances in Maine Legislature
The bill, which faces additional votes, would allow Mainers age 21 and older to place bets at licensed physical locations or via mobile apps.
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Committee’s split shows details will be key to legalizing sports betting
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.