Portland Press Herald News Stories

ICE releases Ecuadorian man Border Patrol flew from Maine to Texas

Edgar Vicente Bermeo Sicha was released from ICE custody on Saturday, one day after a federal judge in Maine ordered the agency to do so, according to a status update filed with the court Monday.

Thursday night lights now a necessity in Maine high school football

With fewer varsity game officials in the state, Thursday night becomes a viable option for some teams.

Maine high school football's offensive linemen have the guts without the glory

Large school or small, to be successful teams need players willing to sacrifice individual glory for a gritty, demanding job that receives little acclaim.

Meet the 30 southern Maine football players to watch in 2025

One player to keep an eye on from most of the teams in the Press Herald's coverage area.

Meet the 10 southern Maine football teams to watch in 2025

Last year's Class A and B state finalists should again be contenders this fall.