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Robots, rage rooms and other offbeat stories in 2025

Who says business news has to be cut and dry? One of the most enjoyable aspects of journalism is digging into the quirky, the unusual and the unexpected.

As the editorial team gets ready to wind down the year, here are links to stories that tickled our fancy in 2025. 

Standup routine strikes ‘paw-fect’ tone for entrepreneurs at Portland startup conference

Let the Mayhem ensue: Portland has new ‘rage room’ and paint-splatter business 

Robot takes center stage at credit union’s new tech hub

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Come for the beer, stay for a whale of a display 

Friday Food Insider: Gummy takeover grips candy stores this Halloween

Own a piece of ’60s folk music history on Blue Hill

Maine’s ‘meanest’ professions may surprise you 

From legends to Lady Gaga: World’s first digital lobster museum is a love letter to Maine 

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Kelp burgers? Seaweed-infused chocolate? Welcome to North America’s largest seaweed food fest 

Aw, shucks: Norway Savings Bank a repeat sponsor of Yarmouth Clam Festival 

 

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