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Tourism & Recreation
Feds award $2.5M to BigRock Mountain for new chairlift
The existing lift is over 50 years old. The new lift will feature technology such as a touchscreen interface that eases system operations and maintenance.
Portland will freeze new hotel starts for 6 months as it mulls affordable housing rule
November 5, 2024A temporary moratorium is intended to give officials time to consider potential changes to the city's inclusionary zoning ordinance, which applies to hotel development.
November 5, 2024
In the heart of Hartland, a community center will make much-needed repairs
November 1, 2024Construction of housing complexes next to the Irving Tanning Community Center has increased demand for its programs, which also serve nearby Palmyra and St. Albans.
November 1, 2024
Maine Sports Commission adds two industry veterans to its board
Updated: November 1, 2024The Maine Sports Commission is a nonprofit that works to advance, elevate and promote Maine as a four-season sports destination.
Updated: November 1, 2024
Portland Symphony Orchestra hires former intern as director of artistic operations
October 30, 2024The Portland Symphony Orchestra has hired Elizabeth Kane as director of artistic operations.
October 30, 2024
Bar Harbor voters to consider raising daily caps on cruise ship passengers
Updated: October 30, 2024“There are a few people in Bar Harbor who love cruise ships, there are a few people who hate cruise ships and there’s a whole bunch of people in the middle,” said one business owner.
Updated: October 30, 2024-
Extended-stay hotel in Scarborough is now under construction
Updated: November 7, 2024Maine Course Hospitality Group broke ground on HomeAwhile, a 109-room extended stay hotel in Scarborough.
Updated: November 7, 2024
'Rugged Runway' fashion show to spotlight Maine outdoor brands, designers
Updated: October 18, 2024The 'Rugged Runway' fashion show is scheduled for Nov. 14 at the Sunday River Resort in Newry as part of the three-day Maine Outdoor Economy Summit.
Updated: October 18, 2024
Eastport resurgence: Downeast city is growing cruise ship market, site of new commerce
Updated: October 21, 2024In Washington County, Eastport is drawing more visitors — and more business — than you might think.
Updated: October 21, 2024
After strong summer, Castine sees another shift in business operations
Updated: October 21, 2024Despite local businesspeople telling Mainebiz this was the town's best summer season, there have been ups and downs.
Updated: October 21, 2024Editor's Note: Go East, young startup!
Updated: October 21, 2024While Maine’s midcoast and Downeast regions are often defined by the fishing and tourism industries, they are also notable for a broader range of small businesses and startups.
Updated: October 21, 2024
Tourism office awards $1M in marketing grants to 8 groups across Maine
October 15, 2024Recipients demonstrated potential for long-term impact; campaigns that reach underrepresented, new and diverse communities of visitors; and improvement of Maine's tourism assets.
October 15, 2024
40 Under 40: Lisa Sturgeon champions Maine ‘experiences,’ events and education
Updated: October 7, 2024The founder of Getting Married in Maine also teaches business at Husson University, and knows first-hand the power of education to change lives.
Updated: October 7, 2024
40 Under 40: Hazel Stark is guiding others to better understand and value nature
Updated: October 7, 2024The co-founder of Maine Outdoor School once considered a career in research, but today is focused on building positive relationships between humans and nature.
Updated: October 7, 2024
40 Under 40: Travel entrepreneur Khadija El Barkaoui is helping fellow immigrants pursue their dreams
Updated: October 7, 2024Khadija El Barkaoui, originally from Morocco, founded Coelle Travel to bring people together through authentic experiences and to support women in tourism.
Updated: October 7, 2024
Maine Island Trail Association names successor to longtime executive director
September 30, 2024Ben Dougherty will become only the fourth executive director in the nonprofit association's 36-year history.
September 30, 2024
Acadia’s free Island Explorer shuttle carries 10 millionth passenger
September 25, 2024Now in its 25th year, the service reduces both traffic congestion and carbon emissions in Acadia National Park. Electric buses are next.
September 25, 2024
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