1. South Portland police are searching for three masked suspects who robbed a Bank of America ATM near the Maine Mall. The trio assaulted and threatened an ATM technician with a gun Monday morning, forcing him to open the vault. They escaped with cash, and the case is still under investigation. (WMTW)

2. UMaine is joining a landmark NCAA settlement allowing schools to directly pay student-athletes. Starting in 2025–26, the university can share up to $20.5 million annually with athletes and offer more scholarships under new roster limits. The deal essentially ends the era of amateur Division I college sports and ushers in a new era of athletes sharing in athletic department revenue.

3. Maine first banned polystyrene foam food containers six years ago—but it’s still not fully enforced. A new law extends exemptions for packaging raw meat, seafood, and eggs in foam until 2027. Lawmakers say rural grocers need more time, despite critics arguing it’s long overdue. (WGME)

4. Starbucks is launching a Firework Frappuccino for the Fourth! Available July 1–7, it’s a festive blend of summer berries, coconut milk, popping pearls, and vanilla cold foam. (People)

5. 2 Days Away!! Hot Beach Bash 7 starring Xzibit (made hot by Coastal Remedies) is going down Thursday, July 3rd at Bernie’s Beach Bar on Hampton Beach. Tickets are available now! (HRM)

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