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Arts & Culture

🔒Augusta cultural landmark set to reopen after $53M overhaul

The $53 million project provided the opportunity to plan new museum exhibits, including a whale gallery, diverse stories and a dedicated education center with hands-on activities.
Economy

Maine median home price hits all-time high in June

“Though market conditions do vary by region across our state, we continue to see high demand and low for-sale inventory in some markets," said the president of the Maine Association of Realtors.
Friday Food Insider

🔒Friday Food Insider: Renovated Bristol barn becomes farm-driven restaurant

The Rooting Pig reopened Thursday along with the Broad Arrow Farm Market, which both closed for renovations in 2024.
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Sports business

Trailblazing race announcer to join team at TD Beach to Beacon 10K

Around 8,000 runners from around the world have registered for this year’s edition, which will take place on Saturday, Aug. 1.
Mergers and acquisitions

🔒Bangor-based Haley Ward continues Florida expansion

With the latest deal, Haley Ward now has Florida offices in West Palm Beach, Port St. Lucie, Stuart, Melbourne and, on the Gulf Coast, Fort Myers.
Nonprofits

Franklin County group conserves Sandy River access, salmon habitat

Walrath Woods is the community’s first conserved land, safeguarding public access to the longest continuous stretch of the Sandy River.
Fisheries & Marine

Maine’s blue economy to take center stage at fall conference

More than 250 people are expected to attend Maine Blue Economy Week, set to take place from Sept. 30 through Oct 2 in Portland.
Startups & Entrepreneurs

🔒Kingfield co-working space shows even remote workers seek workplace connection

“The member mix in a town this size often surprises people: SaaS, private equity, technical apparel design, engineering, graphic design, government contracting, just to name a few," says the owner of the Study.
Government & Politics

Democrat Graham Platner ends campaign for US Senate

The Maine Democratic Party has until July 27 to choose a replacement candidate in November's general election.

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🔒Portland landlord hires operations officer who combines strategic thinking with ‘genuine care’

Camilla McKay will oversee finance and accounting, construction and property management and technology.
Housing

🔒An ‘unusual’ Greater Bangor parcel offers shovel-ready development potential

"Maine continues to experience strong demand for new housing while approved, infrastructure-ready development opportunities remain extremely limited," said the listing broker.
Executive moves

Biddeford native Ryan Fecteau will lead city’s housing authority

Ryan Fecteau succeeds Diane Small, who has served as the Biddeford Housing Authority's interim executive director since April.
Nonprofits

Kennebunk festival to raise money, awareness for a good ‘paws’

"Every food truck, every beer poured, every dog on that agility course supports our mission of helping pets and their families thrive together," the executive director of the Animal Welfare Society said ahead of the July 25 event.
Downtown revitalization

Portland gets $2M to test safety upgrades on ‘high-crash’ corridor

The federally funded project will test traffic safety improvements along a high-crash section of Brighton Avenue, with construction expected to begin in 2027.
Housing

🔒Windham project will offer 172 units for middle-income households

Windham Village is a joint venture between Scarborough’s Downs’ M&R Development, and Falmouth-based Graiver Homes.
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What's your outlook for Maine's economy in the third quarter?

Maine enters the third quarter with several key economic indicators showing relative stability and modest improvement. Gas prices across the state have eased compared to earlier in the year, providing some relief for consumers and businesses.

The summer season is also contributing to increased activity, as warmer weather continues to drive tourism and support seasonal businesses along the coast and in popular destinations.

Interest rates remain at comparatively low levels, influencing borrowing conditions for households and businesses. Employment trends have remained steady.

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Featured Columns

How To

Why unplugging may be your best career move this summer

Just because technology allows us to stay connected doesn't mean we always should, our guest columnist writes.
Made in Maine

🔒Celebrating America’s birthday with 10 ‘Made in Maine’ products

Explore the best of the Pine Tree State with highlights from our series spotlighting Maine-made products and the makers behind them.
Friday Food Insider

🔒Friday Food Insider: Scarborough’s Café Luna will move to the Downs

Cafe Luna will remain open until the move to the Downs. A moving date has not been set.

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Learning Without Walls: How Fern Brook Nature School Built a Business Rooted in Nature and Community

For founder and director Lindsay Runey, that scene reflects a conscious rethinking of early childhood education.

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