Laurie Schreiber

Laurie has been a journalist for more than 30 years. She reports on a wide range of topics and writes for Mainebiz’s Real Estate Insider. She enjoys travel, hiking, and puttering around on landscaping projects around her house.

Arts & Culture

🔒Augusta cultural landmark set to reopen after $53M overhaul

The $53 million project provided the opportunity to plan new museum exhibits, including a whale gallery, diverse stories and a dedicated education center with hands-on activities.

Mergers and acquisitions

🔒Bangor-based Haley Ward continues Florida expansion

With the latest deal, Haley Ward now has Florida offices in West Palm Beach, Port St. Lucie, Stuart, Melbourne and, on the Gulf Coast, Fort Myers.

Startups & Entrepreneurs

🔒Kingfield co-working space shows even remote workers seek workplace connection

“The member mix in a town this size often surprises people: SaaS, private equity, technical apparel design, engineering, graphic design, government contracting, just to name a few," says the owner of the Study.

Housing

🔒An ‘unusual’ Greater Bangor parcel offers shovel-ready development potential

"Maine continues to experience strong demand for new housing while approved, infrastructure-ready development opportunities remain extremely limited," said the listing broker.

Retail & Food Service

🔒Hotdog enthusiast strikes nostalgic note with Lisbon food truck

Toppings can include a variety of mustards, “hot honey,” Moxie jelly, cheddar-beer sauce and crumbled bacon, Fritos, Hot Cheetos or Ritz Crackers.

Social services

Nonprofit, reduced-cost child care center to open in Falmouth

“When families cannot access affordable, reliable care, it affects children, parents, employers and the broader community,” said the director.

Housing

🔒Portland housing inventory rises amid market reset: broker report

The first six months of Portland’s residential real estate market closed with more inventory across certain property types than a year ago, according to a broker report.

Banking & Finance

Maine Community Bank launches division to help businesses navigate complex tech

A merchant services division will help businesses navigate increasingly complex commerce and technology needs.

Manufacturing

🔒Aroostook County forest products manufacturer to expand with new construction

The project “strengthens one of Maine's cornerstone industries, creates opportunities for business growth, supports local jobs and increases demand for Maine forest products,” said an economic development leader.

Real Estate & Construction

Realtors cut ribbon on shade pavilion at Gorham’s Lavoie Pump Track

“Projects like the pump track and trail system are the result of years of volunteer effort and community support,” said the town’s director of parks and recreation.

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