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Agriculture

🔒Windsor Fair plans year-round agricultural education center

Maine has strong agricultural organizations and training programs, but it can be difficult for a young person, beginning farmer or someone considering a career change to know where to start, said one agriculture leader.
Manufacturing

🔒Portland-based Elmet to acquire assets of Bavarian manufacturer

“We expect this acquisition to extend our vertically integrated tungsten and molybdenum platform into Europe, giving us a production base to serve customers there directly,” said Elmet’s CEO.
Health care

Nonprofit health care provider to close Bangor center, cut 16 jobs

Penobscot Community Health Care plans to close its Adult Wellness Center in Bangor later this year after its President and CEO warned that the organization's financial future is at serious risk.
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Business expansion

🔒American Steel & Aluminum will expand Saco facility, add jobs

Lajoie Brothers Construction will be building the 12,000-square-foot addition, which is expected to allow for the creation of 30 new jobs.
Real Estate & Construction

🔒Historic Hampden Church repurposed as community center

E.W Littlefield Inc., based in Hartland, managed the renovation of the 190-year-old church, for owner Maine Savings Federal Credit Union.
Housing

Kennebunkport’s North Street apartments to remain affordable under new stewardship

The transfer to the local Neighborhood Housing Trust preserves eight affordable homes in a 130-year-old building near downtown Kennebunkport.
Banking & Finance

🔒Northeast Bank plans to expand to Bangor early next year

Northeast Bank (Nasdaq: NBN) ranks No. 3 among Maine-based banks, with nearly $4.3 billion in assets and nine Maine offices, according to the 2026 Mainebiz Book of Lists.
Arts & Culture

Lebanese American author named Mechanics’ Hall writer in residence

The Portland-based nonprofit cultural hub and member-supported library, selected George Jreije from 51 applicants for the year-long residency, which begins Sept. 22.
Arts & Culture

Vinalhaven residents show no love for Robert Indiana studio sale

Pop artist Robert Indiana lived in the former Star of Hope Lodge for more than three decades. He died in 2018.

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Law

Hannaford defends manager pay policy amid $9M settlement

In a statement emailed to Mainebiz, a spokeswoman for the Scarborough-based grocery retailer said the company's overtime pay policy for managers is consistent with applicable law.
Manufacturing

🔒Thomaston boatbuilder wins research vessel contract, launches electric boat

The rugged aluminum research vessel will support year-round scientific and field operations under a wide range of operating conditions. The recent launch of an electric boat is a milestone for the commercial marine industry.
Health care

MaineHealth hospital in Damariscotta unveils center focused on infusion, oncology

The new center, located on the hospital's third floor in a renovated wellness and therapy space, brings infusion, oncology and blood disorder services together in one centralized location.
Downtown revitalization

Info session will focus on proposed redesign of Portland’s Franklin Street

The four-lane arterial, which stretches from Commercial Street to Marginal Way and I-295, is being considered for upgrades to improve safety and accessibility.
Startups & Entrepreneurs

🔒From the Deputy Editor: Small-business wisdom from the trenches

When getting a business off the ground, an entrepreneur has financing options. While some prefer to stay scrappy and avoid loans, others may opt for outside help or perhaps apply for grants in what’s known as non-dilutive funding.
Made in Maine

🔒Made in Maine: Capt’n Eli’s Soda brings nostalgia and quality to competitive market

The brand traces its roots to the 1920s, when the Forsley family began making homemade root beer in their New Gloucester home.
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Latest Poll

How was the 2026 summer tourism season?

With the official end of summer this past weekend, we're taking a look back at how the season unfolded.

After a hot and dry summer that led to drought conditions, the season is winding down quietly. With kids already back in school, which started slightly earlier than usual, the traditional summer tourism season is coming to an end.

And now, attention is turning to fall. With the leaf-peeping season just ahead, tourism officials and businesses are preparing for the next major stretch of the season.

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How To

Ask ACE: How do I find the right resources for my new business?

Finding the right resources starts with getting clear on what you actually need, according to Rachel Battarbee from the Association for Consulting Expertise.
Made in Maine

🔒Made in Maine: Niche clothing brand rethinks women’s post-mastectomy fashion

FlatWear Clothing LLC aims to make fashion more inclusive for other breast cancer survivors.
Friday Food Insider

🔒Friday Food Insider: Castine gets new spot to sip, snack and shop

The Plant Shoppe, a collaboration between Charlotte Legg and Ashleigh McKenzie, combines a wine bar and cafe with a plant nursery, artisan gift shop and antiques.

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The Role of Trusts in Business Succession

Trusts are versatile planning tools for business owners and can aid them in ensuring a thoughtful business succession. A Trust can provide business continuity...

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