Maine Public Broadcasting Network

In the United States, public radio and television broadcasting operates as a network of community-focused stations that collaborate to produce national programs while also catering to the specific needs of their local audiences. Maine Public not only serves the state of Maine but also extends its reach to most of New Brunswick, Canada, as well as parts of New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Maine Public delivers a range of services—including radio, television, educational content, and online resources—that offer ideas, information, and opportunities for lifelong learning to a wide audience. Most of these services are accessible to the public free of charge, attracting hundreds of thousands of users daily. The organization primarily relies on private donations, which include contributions from radio and television members, program sponsors, and general supporters. With over 60,000 individuals and families as members, Maine Public boasts the largest nonprofit membership group in the state. Additionally, the organization benefits from the dedication of thousands of volunteers who generously contribute their time and skills each year.

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How did the Mavericks beat long odds to win top overall pick in the NBA draft?

1 day ago | mainepublic.org | Becky Sullivan |Juana Summers |Vincent Acovino |John Ketchum

The Dallas Mavericks have received the top pick in the next NBA Draft ... which has led to questions after the team traded away its star to the Los Angeles Lakers earlier this year.
In Manchester, a funeral for an infant no one knew

1 day ago | mainepublic.org | Todd Bookman

Funerals are usually for family and friends, a place to pay respects and share memories. But what happens when no one knows the deceased? “She didn't have anybody, you know,” said Lisa Angelini, one of a steady stream of mourners who came to Connor-Healy Funeral Home in Manchester on a sunny Monday afternoon to offer a prayer for a newborn. Police originally called the infant “Baby Jane Doe,” but she’s come to be known as Baby Grace.
The White House is pushing a big budget increase for the Kennedy Center

1 day ago | mainepublic.org | Jaclyn Diaz

A House committee has proposed boosting the budget for the Kennedy Center sixfold. It comes after President Trump said the arts center was in "disrepair."
Trump says he will end Syria sanctions during Saudi visit marked by big money deals

1 day ago | mainepublic.org | Aya Batrawy |Franco Ordoñez

Updated May 13, 2025 at 1:47 PM EDTRIYADH, Saudi Arabia — President Trump on Tuesday said he would order an end to sanctions on Syria in place since 1979, and the White House said he would briefly meet Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa on Thursday, a dramatic about-turn in U.S. policy toward a man who until recently led a group the United States labeled a terrorist organization.
Protesters rally at Tweed New Haven Airport as Avelo Airlines begins ICE deportation flights

2 days ago | mainepublic.org | Eddy Martinez

Protests took off at Tweed New Haven Airport as activists gathered to rally against Avelo Airlines deportation flights, which got underway Monday. Avelo Airlines has agreed to charter deportation flights out of Mesa, Arizona, for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Protests against Avelo were also held at Tweed New Haven in April. But now the protests are gaining a greater sense of urgency.
Head Start in Maine

2 days ago | mainepublic.org | Jennifer Rooks |Cindy Han

As Head Start marks its 60th anniversary, we examine how this federal program provides education to young children from low-income backgrounds in Maine—as well as support services to their families. What is Head Start's reach in Maine, and what is the lasting value of early childhood education? We'll also find out how federal actions are affecting Head Start and other Maine programs for children and families in need.
Allagash Wilderness Waterway

3 days ago | mainepublic.org | Jennifer Rooks |Cindy Han

Covering more than a million acres, Maine's Allagash Wilderness Waterway is the largest undeveloped watershed east of the Rockies. It's home to precious wildlife and is popular for outdoor recreation. A new guidebook presents the ecology and history of the waterway, and what changes are in store for this ecosystem in the face of climate change and other threats.
Conclave wrap-up: What's ahead for Pope Leo XIV?

3 days ago | mainepublic.org | Scott Detrow |Jason DeRose

NPR's team wraps up their time in Rome by wrapping up the conclave that elected the first American pope, and looking ahead.
President Trump prepares for his first major diplomatic trip of his 2nd term

3 days ago | mainepublic.org | Aya Batrawy |Scott Detrow

President Trump heads to Saudi Arabia this week. What do he and the Gulf states want from the visit?
Opinion: My hometown pope

5 days ago | mainepublic.org | Scott Simon

Yes, I cried when I heard that Pope Leo XIV is from Chicago. And I thought of St. Peter's Church in Chicago's Loop, where I used to go to Mass now and then. It was usually a 5:30 Mass. Many attending were cleaning and maintenance people, already in their work clothes. They stopped in to pray on their way into work, as suit-wearing office workers from the skyscrapers passed them, heading home.