Alexis Wells

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Alexis joined Mainebiz in September 2022 after getting her start in journalism at Mainely Media, covering Scarborough, South Portland and Cape Elizabeth news. At Mainebiz, she writes on all things foodie, from ice cream to seafood, for the Friday Food Insider; she also covers health care, cannabis and new hires and promotions, and is a member of the Mainebiz social media team. In 2023, she was recognized as a “Rising Star” by the Alliance of Area Business Publishers. The Saco resident earned her degree in English from the University of Southern Maine. In her free time, Alexis likes to travel, hike, read and walk on the beach.
Downtown revitalization

🔒Skowhegan set to break ground on riverfront boardwalk

With a commitment from the New Balance Foundation, the first phase of construction on the Skowhegan River Park will get started on June 29.
Retail & Food Service

🔒Bubble tea shop splashes down in South Portland

Taiwanese bubble tea chain Gong Cha opened a franchised location at 200 Running Hill Road, becoming the brand's first location in Maine.
Retail & Food Service

🔒Deering Center pizza-and-BBQ joint closing after 9 years in business

Noble Pizzeria & Barbecue, at 476 Stevens Ave. in Portland, will have its final day of operation on July 12.
News

🔒Maine Community Bank invests in tech strategy with C-Suite hire

Travis Hersom will oversee the bank’s IT strategy, including systems platforms and investments supporting operations and customer service.
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Retail & Food Service

🔒Dog-themed cafe ends short run in South Portland

The South Portland business announced on social media that it ceased operations effective June 22.
Friday Food Insider

🔒Friday Food Insider: Candy store with Scandinavian theme expands to Freeport

The new store at 58 Main St. in Freeport opened on June 13, expanding the business beyond its original Portland location, which opened in 2025.
Retail & Food Service

🔒Portland dining pioneer Dana Street wins James Beard Award

The founder of Scales, Fore Street, Standard Baking Co., and Street and Co., beat out four other finalists for the national honor.
Manufacturing

🔒Furniture maker Thos. Moser to move showroom to Portland’s Old Port

Thos. Moser plans to open a showroom later this year at 146 Middle St., leasing the 2,787-square-foot space from property owner Peggy Greenhut Golden.
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Awards

Introducing the 2026 Mainebiz Community Impact Awards

Here are the Mainebiz Community Impact Award honorees.
Friday Food Insider

🔒Friday Food Insider: $2.4M Bayside buy gives whiskey snack maker a new base

Double Neat recently closed on the former Blue Lobster Winery space at 200 Anderson St.
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