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Housing

🔒Buyer of downtown Skowhegan building plans second-story apartments

“We have a housing crisis. So I said, ‘How can we make something happen here?’” the buyer said of his purchase of a century-old building in Skowhegan.
Housing

🔒Cumberland County, Portland home prices up but sales pace slows

According to Maine Listings, the Cumberland County median sales price was $555,000 in February, up from $526,500 a year ago, though the number of homes sold declined by 12%.
Downtown revitalization

🔒Freeport’s Village Corridor plan advances with tax-financing approval

Freeport's Tax Increment Finance district, in place since 1996, was set to expire.
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Real Estate & Construction

Portland location in the works for bar dedicated to televising women’s sports

“Portland has a vibrant sports scene, but dedicated spaces that specifically center and celebrate women's sports are noticeably absent,” said one franchise owner.
Real Estate & Construction

R.M. Davis’ relocation to One Portland Square will also mean more space

The relocation reflects demand for quality downtown offices designed to support modern workplace needs.
Real Estate & Construction

‘Listening bar’ in Portland’s Arts District to feature vinyl records, diner food

“The trend really became popular in Japan. You go in, hang out, have a beer or coffee and listen to vinyl,” said one partner in the venture, called Bad Neighbors.
Economic development

Experts urge less regulation, more workers to ease housing shortage

What’s driving Maine's housing shortage and what approaches are helping to turn the tide were highlighted at a forum in Portland last week.
Marketing & Media

Mainebiz wins 5 awards from New England Newspaper & Press Association

Contributing photographer Tim Greenway won first place in the niche publications category for a manufacturing-themed photo essay published in the 2025 Mainebiz Fact Book.
Life sciences

$1M gift funds Jackson Lab biomedical research scholarship

The Worthington-JAX Biomedical Fellows Scholarship aims to offer innovative, experiential biomedical research training opportunities for current Worthington Scholars and alumni.

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Friday Food Insider

🔒Friday Food Insider: Spring is in the air with new ice cream flavors

Gifford's Ice Cream dishes out a trio of new pint flavors, while the team behind Mr. Tuna gets ready to roll out a pop-up seafood eatery in Portland's Old Port.
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🔒Extended-stay hotel opens in Scarborough

HomeAwhile, located at 205 Southborough Drive, offers 109 apartment-style suites and on-site wellness amenities.
Transportation

Portland to raise cruise ship fees, with discount for cleaner fuel

Cruise ships docking in Portland will be subject to a higher city tariff starting next year, while vessels powered by low-sulfur fuels will receive a discount.
Higher education

Former Portland Sea Dogs chairman to speak at Thomas College graduation

Bill Burke, former chairman of the Portland Sea Dogs, was named 2026 commencement speaker at Thomas College in Waterville.
Tourism & Recreation

Outdoor recreation in focus at Aroostook County panel

The Outdoor Adventure Summit, to be held March 18 in Island Falls, will feature a range of activities, including a panel on the impact of the outdoor economy.
Sports business

🔒Portland Sea Dogs hit pre-season home run with warm-up ticket sale

With opening day less than a month away, the Minor League Baseball team sold around 11,000 tickets on Tuesday for its annual Dime-A-Degree promotion.
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Latest Poll

Are higher gas prices affecting your business?

The national average price of gasoline has jumped more than 50 cents in the past week, reaching $3.45 per gallon, according to data from GasBuddy.

The spike comes as rising tensions and military conflict in the Middle East push global oil prices higher.

Gas prices are now 54.1 cents higher than a month ago and 41.6 cents higher than this time last year. The national average price for diesel rose 85.9 cents in the last week, climbing to almost $5 per gallon.

In Maine, as of Monday gas prices are $3.586 per gallon, according to AAA.

For businesses, this could affect anything from deliveries and transportation, cost of goods, shipping and overall business operations.

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How To

How to avoid being ‘ghosted’ by a contractor

While choosing a contractor is both expensive and personal, there are practical ways to protect yourself, identify problems before they escalate and pursue refunds if necessary, our guest contributor writes.
Made in Maine

🔒Made in Maine: A chocolate shop that offers more than chocolate

Len Libby, the founder of Len Libby Candies in Scarborough, worked for candy companies in Portland, learning the art of chocolate and confectionery before beginning his career as a music teacher.
Friday Food Insider

🔒Friday Food Insider: Three years after fire, York County clam shack has new life

Ted's Fried Clams will reopen under new ownership; Maine Surfers Union will close after 13 years; and Maine Restaurant Week will kick off soon.

Thought Leaders

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Why Cash Flow Strategy Is the 2026 Growth Advantage for Maine Businesses

When Maine business owners think about growth in 2026, revenue is often the first thing that comes to mind. But revenue alone does not determine whether a business can expand confidently, take on new opportunities, or navigate uncertainty. What often makes the difference is how well that business manages its cash.

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