Believe it or not, the connection between our Pine Tree State and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is rooted deeply, with achievements and contributions from notable people hailing from throughout the region.
Mainers have been buzzing about Cooper Flagg for quite some time, but it's safe to say that the talented youngster is no longer a well-kept secret. Flagg has now emerged as "the next big thing," capturing the attention of fans, scouts, and even the official NBA Twitter account.
While getting drafted into the NBA is no easy feat, it becomes even more remarkable when considering the limited number of Mainers who have achieved this basketball dream.
Pickleball, the fastest growing sport in the United States, has taken the country by storm. Whether you're a seasoned player or a curious beginner, there are numerous venues in and around Bangor that offer opportunities to enjoy the exciting racket sport.
In a solemn announcement that reverberated through the world of professional wrestling, Hossein Khosrow Ali Vaziri, popularly known as "The Iron Sheik," passed away at the age of 81 on Wednesday.
Duncan Robinson, the sharpshooting small forward/shooting guard for the Miami Heat, is making waves as his team, unfortunately, secured a spot in the NBA Finals. What makes Robinson's journey to his second NBA Finals in four years even more remarkable is the fact that he was born right here in our Pine Tree State.