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.
Rankings

🔒Two Maine hotel restaurants make national top 100 list

Earth at Hidden Pond in Kennebunkport and White Barn Inn in Kennebunk have been named to OpenTable's "Top 100 Hotel Restaurants in America."
Retail & Food Service

Portland-area convenience stores to celebrate first responders

Friday’s event recognizes the year-round work of those who respond to emergencies and serve communities, including police, firefighters, EMTs, health care workers and Red Cross volunteers.
Retail & Food Service

🔒Kneading Conference puts spotlight on farmers, millers and bakers

The annual gathering, scheduled for July 22-24, has been organized since 2007 by the Maine Grains Alliance.
Nonprofits

🔒Spurwink centralizes Portland behavioral health services

The consolidation will enable clients to access multiple services at a single location in Maine's largest city.
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Friday Food Insider

🔒Friday Food Insider: Opening of Kittery Foreside wine bar was years in the making

The wine bar is located at 10 Walker St. in Kittery in the former Kit & Co. children's clothing store, which closed in January. 
Philanthropy

Maine School of Science and Mathematics adds outreach leader

The Maine School of Science and Mathematics is a statewide STEM-focused high school that offers an advanced college-preparatory curriculum. 
Retail & Food Service

Citing ‘significant’ challenges, Biddeford brewer to close in August

Banded Brewing Co. said in a social media post that the decision follows several years of sustained challenges facing independent breweries.
Arts & Culture

Maine Design Fest invites curious minds to explore creativity

"We hope Maine Design Fest inspires new ideas, unexpected collaborations and reminds people that Maine isn’t just a beautiful place to live — it’s a place where innovation, creativity and community thrive," said the head of AIGA Maine.
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Executive moves

UNE business dean leaving for post in Florida; interim leader named

Norm O’Reilly, inaugural dean of the University of New England’s College of Business, will leave his post after Aug. 28. Amir Mousavian will serve as acting dean.
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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