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In recognition of National Co-op Month, David Libby, President and CEO of Town & Country FCU, authored a guest editorial published in the Bangor Daily…
NCUA Announces Fourteenth Round of Deregulation Proposals
The National Credit Union Administration announced two final rules and a proposed rule as part of the fourteenth round of proposed regulatory changes associated with…
League Unveils New Statewide Awareness Messaging Guide for Credit Unions
The Maine Credit Union League is pleased to introduce a new Statewide Awareness Messaging Guide, designed to help credit unions strengthen their marketing efforts and…
NCUA Announces Thirteenth Round of Deregulation Proposals
The National Credit Union Administration on Tuesday announced the thirteenth round of proposed regulatory changes associated with NCUA’s Deregulation Project. The project is an ongoing…
cPort CU’s Kelsey Marquis Is a 40 Under 40 Honoree
Congratulations to Kelsey Marquis, President & CEO of cPort CU, on being named to the Mainebiz 40 Under 40 list. Marquis joins a distinguished group…
SBA Proposes Increased ‘Small Business’ Asset Threshold
America’s Credit Unions reports on a Small Business Administration (SBA) proposal issued last week that would increase the asset threshold used to determine small business…
How to Detect Check Fraud Early
Check fraud continues to pose a risk to members, and early detection can make a significant difference in limiting potential losses. This resource from America…
Five Common Types of Check Fraud
Even in a digital world, checks (paper or electronic) contain valuable information that criminals can use to steal money or commit fraud. Are you able…
Seven Maine Credit Unions Earn Recognition on Forbes’ 2026 Best-in-State List
Seven Maine credit unions have earned national recognition after being named to Forbes’ America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions 2026 rankings. The list highlights financial institutions that…
Marquis Who’s Who Honors Daniel Clarke for Excellence in Financial Leadership
Maine Family FCU’s President & CEO Dan Clarke has been honored by Marquis Who’s Who® for excellence in financial leadership. Marquis Who’s Who has chronicled the…
The Credit Card Competition Act Risks Repeating Swipe Fee Reform Mistakes
On June 10, the Bangor Daily News published an op-ed drafted by League President Elise Baldacci that expresses her concerns for the Credit Card Competition Act.…
2025 National Credit Union Foundation Impact Report Now Available
The National Credit Union Foundation released its 2025 Impact Report, highlighting how credit unions across the country are working together to improve financial well-being and…
America’s Credit Unions Release White Paper on Data Privacy
Last week, America’s Credit Unions (ACU) released a white paper focused on data privacy ahead of the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s hearing to examine…
Treasury’s John Crews Nominated for NCUA Board
President Donald Trump announced the nomination of John Crews to serve on the NCUA board Monday. Crews is currently Treasury Deputy Assistant Secretary for Financial…
CFPB Issues Revised 1071 Rules
Last week, America’s Credit Unions reported that the CFPB finalized its revised Section 1071 rule. This rule includes many credit union-sought changes to reduce regulatory…
Connected CU President & CEO Kristen Poremby Featured on Magazine Cover
Congratulations to Connected CU President & CEO Kristen Poremby, who is featured on the cover of the 2026 Working Women Portrait Magazine. Produced by Ledgehill…
Three Maine Credit Unions Earn National Recognition
Three Maine credit unions—Central Maine FCU, OTIS FCU, and Oxford FCU—have been recognized among the nation’s best, earning a spot on S&P Global Market Intelligence’s…
This St. Patrick’s Day, Personal Finances Require More Than Luck
Jim Lemieux, President & CEO of Sebasticook Valley FCU, used the St. Patrick’s Day holiday to remind readers of the Piscataquis Observer that credit unions…
NCUA Announces Fourth Round of Deregulation Proposals
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…