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On January 27, the NCUA announced the fourth round of proposed regulatory changes associated with its Deregulation Project. The project is an ongoing review of NCUA’s…
Newsweek Announces 2026 Best Credit Unions
Newsweek has released its Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions for 2026, and Maine credit unions are well-represented on this prestigious list. The recognition reflects…
IRS Sets 2026 Business Standard Mileage Rate at 72.5 Cents Per Mile, Up 2.5 Cents
The Internal Revenue Service announced that the optional standard mileage rate for business use of automobiles will increase by 2.5 cents in 2026, while the…
One Voice, One Movement: Highlights from the 2025 Impact Report
The newly released 2025 Impact Report highlights how the League, in partnership with Maine’s vibrant credit union system, lifted up communities and strengthened financial well-being…
Marketing the Credit Union Difference Across Generations Through Values, Purpose, and Belonging
This CUInsight article features commentary from Synergent’s Mike Rosmus, who outlines how marketers can set credit unions apart by showcasing what makes our industry different.
A Safer Lewiston Starts With All of Us—Including City Hall | Opinion
Jennifer Hogan, President/CEO of Community Credit Union, authored an editorial published in the September 15 edition of the Sun Journal calling for a coordinated, citywide…
Moving Forward as One
Patrick Conway, Board Chair of the American Association of Credit Union Leagues and Patrick Pierce, Board Chair of America’s Credit Unions co-authored an editorial in…
Forbes Recognizes Top Financial Institutions Nationally, Including Seven in Maine
Forbes has released their annual list breaking down the best credit unions and banks in each state—and this year, seven Maine credit unions earned this…
Finance Authority of Maine Names New Members to the Board
The Finance Authority of Maine has appointed four individuals to its board of trustees, adding leadership expertise from government, education, and banking. Among those appointed…
Why Congress Is Protecting Credit Unions
An op-ed written by Jim Nussle, President and CEO of America’s Credit Unions, was published earlier this week in Real Clear Policy. Nussle’s commentary highlights…
Celebrate Maine’s Small Businesses This Week | Opinion
Jim Lemieux, President and CEO of Sebasticook Valley FCU, reminds people to keep Main Street in mind during National Small Business Week, which runs through…
Maine’s Largest Credit Union Opens Scarborough Branch
Atlantic FCU has added to its footprint with a newly opened branch in Scarborough, located at the intersection of Payne and Ginn roads just off…
ACU Compliance Blog: Nullified and Vacated
America’s Credit Unions’ Compliance Blog discusses the regulatory rollback of two key rules: overdraft lending and credit card penalty fees.
Youth Financial Education Is About A Lot More than Money
The April 15 edition of the Bangor Daily News featured commentary from David Libby, President and CEO of Town & Country FCU, who highlighted the…
Trust and Convenience Drive Satisfaction with Credit Unions but Overdraft Fees Present Risks, J.D. Power Finds
According to the J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Credit Union Satisfaction Study recently released, the combination of better interest rates and lower fees has helped credit…
House Passes Resolution to Nullify CFPB’s Overdraft Rule
The House voted 217-211 to advance its resolution of disapproval for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) overdraft rule Wednesday. The Senate passed its version…
In the News: Central Maine Students Learn to Properly Budget Future Expenses
WABI-TV was at Cony High School on Tuesday during the KV Chapter of Credit Union’s Financial Fitness Fair. The event was enthusiastically staffed by credit…
Top S&P Global Market Intelligence Ranking of Credit Unions Includes Three Based in Maine
S&P Global Market Intelligence recently released its list of the 100 Best Performing Credit Unions in the United States. Three Maine credits unions—OTIS FCU, Central…
Elise Baldacci Goes “On the Record” with Mainebiz
League President Elise Baldacci goes “On the Record” with Mainebiz in an article published in the February 24 edition of the magazine.
Opinion: If You Can, Make 2025 the Year of Giving Back
Jim Lemieux, President and CEO of Sebasticook Valley FCU, offers an inspirational message in his Press Herald guest commentary. In his editorial, he encourages people…
2024 Impact Report Showcases the Credit Union Difference in Maine
2024 was an outstanding year for collaboration. Maine credit unions and the League came together to uplift our communities and help Mainers from Caribou to…
A Gift (For the Fraud Prevention Toolbox)
America’s Credit Unions most recent Compliance Blog highlights updates to the Treasury Check Verification System or TCVS. The post shares information about recent updates to…
Happy Thanksgiving
Our League extends our best wishes to you and your family for a very happy Thanksgiving. Due to the holiday, we will not be distributing…
Elise Baldacci Pens Article for CUInsight: Promoting Cybersecurity and Fraud Prevention Should Happen All Year Long
An article authored by League President Elise Baldacci is featured in the October 31 edition of CUInsight. Her commentary discusses the importance of promoting online…
Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger: 2025 Herb Wegner Memorial Award Winner
CUInsight shares the National Credit Union Foundation’s profile of Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger, a 2025 Herb Wegner Award winner. The article highlights…