Average VA home loan amount in Maine increases in Q1
The average VA home loan amount in Maine during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2026 was $373,580, a 2.2% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.
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Maine men’s track and field ends season at Last Chance Meet
The University of Maine men’s track and field team concluded its spring season at the UMaine Last Chance Meet. The Black Bears earned eleven first place finishes in their final competition.
Maine collected $2.4 billion in general sales and gross receipts taxes in 2024
Of the $6.5 billion in taxes collected by Maine in 2024, 36.1%, or $2.4 billion, came from general sales and gross receipts taxes, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Annual Survey of State Government Tax Collections (STC).
Prime Minister Gahr Støre on social media age limits: ‘We want a childhood where children get to be children’
Norway plans new legislation requiring technology companies to verify user ages and prohibit social media access for children under 16 by late 2026.
Analysis: Maine one of 21 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports
An analysis by Pine State News shows that, following President Donald Trump’s Feb. 5 executive order titled “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports,” Maine is one of 21 states following the order that allows biological males to play on female sports teams.
UMPI to graduate largest class in university history with over 1,700 candidates
The University of Maine at Presque Isle will graduate its largest class ever this week with over 1,700 candidates from various backgrounds completing their studies through traditional programs as well as flexible options like YourPace.
South Portland man sentenced to two years for preparing false tax returns
Lawrence Okeyo of South Portland has been sentenced to two years in prison after being convicted of preparing false tax returns both for others and himself. The sentencing follows evidence presented during a three-day jury trial detailing how he fabricated deductions on behalf of clients.
Bates College announces upgrades to Lafayette Street Field for softball program
Bates College has announced significant renovations coming soon to Lafayette Street Field for its softball team after raising $1 million from donors. Upgrades include artificial turf installation plus improved fencing, seating, safety features, drainage systems—and more—expected ready before fall.
Maine among 21 states allowing boys to join girls’ high school sports
An analysis by Pine State News shows that, following President Donald Trump’s Feb. 5 executive order titled “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports,” Maine is one of 21 states following the order that allows biological males to play on female sports teams.