1. Press Herald’s Front Page Headline “Step aside Stephen King, Cooper Flagg is the face of Maine now” Round one of the 2025 NBA Draft was held on Wednesday night. To no one’s surprise, Newport superstar and Duke standout Cooper Flagg was chosen first by the Dallas Mavericks. (PH)
2. There’s a new Flag Day in Maine! Governor Janet Mills has proclaimed June 25, 2025, as “Cooper Flagg Day” to celebrate the Maine native’s remarkable basketball achievement. (WGME)
3. Nokomis High’s gym was packed Wednesday as New Balance threw a draft night watch party for hometown hero Cooper Flagg. Before the picks began, fans saw a video message from Flagg thanking Newport for its support. The next generation of Maine hoopers showed off their skills with games of knockout in the Nokomis gym as the crowd waited for Flagg to make history. (BDN)
4. Drivers were asked to avoid Pomerleau Street in Biddeford this morning after a garbage truck caught fire. The driver dumped the burning load onto the road, leaving trash scattered across the street. The cause of the fire is still unknown. (WMTW)
5. 7 Days Away!! Hot Beach Bash 7 starring Xzibit (made hot by Coastal Remedies) is going down next Thursday, July 3rd at Bernie’s Beach Bar on Hampton Beach. Tickets are available now! (HRM)
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