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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.
UMF and outdoor recreation industry launch workforce development program
Updated: February 20, 2025The University of Maine at Farmington recently launched an initiative designed to help meet the state’s current and future needs for skilled outdoor recreation professionals.
Updated: February 20, 2025
Youth mentoring program Trekkers raises $2.5M for Rockland campus redevelopment
February 19, 2025“I can’t tell you the number of times that I’m in the community and I run into people who tell me — ‘Trekkers changed my life,' ‘Trekkers changed my grandson’s life,'" the director told Mainebiz.
February 19, 2025
Bangor Region YMCA rolls out plans for $58M facility
February 14, 2025Now in a 45,000-square-foot aging facility, the Y would double its size and have expanded offerings.
February 14, 2025
At Portland fitness studio, surging demand prompts expansion
Updated: February 14, 2025The fitness studio is the second of two tenants to take over a former World Gym space on Marginal Way in Portland.
Updated: February 14, 2025
Five-story hotel breaks ground at Thompson’s Point
Updated: February 12, 2025A 148-room Marriot property is underway at Thompson's Point in Portland, with a projected opening date in 2026.
Updated: February 12, 2025-
With events off the table, owners of Kennebunk's Wedding Cake House turn to summer rentals
February 11, 2025After neighbors objected to a proposal to turn the iconic house into an event venue, the owners are now turning to summer rentals.
February 11, 2025
Hammond Lumber name approved for Augusta Civic Center auditorium under rights deal
Updated: February 10, 2025Revenue from the naming rights deal will help the center stay viable in the future, Augusta City Council members said.
Updated: February 10, 2025
Word on the street: Igloo dining spheres, retail reuses top Maine development trends in 2025
Updated: February 10, 2025To find out what’s trending across the state this year, Mainebiz checked in with city officials, real estate professionals and others in the know.
Updated: February 10, 2025
L.L.Bean endorses federal legislation to phase out toxic chemicals from outdoor apparel
Updated: February 7, 2025Currently, water-resistant clothing made with PFAS receives preferential tariff treatment with a 7% duty rate, while more sustainable alternatives face a 27% rate.
Updated: February 7, 2025
After $28M revamp, a Northeast Harbor inn will reopen in June
February 3, 2025The project preserved the original structure and added 15 cottages and 17 spa suites with terraces. Features include custom wallpaper, furniture and fixtures.
February 3, 2025
Economic contribution of snowmobiling slid last winter, study finds
Updated: February 3, 2025Along with declining snowmobile registrations, poor snow conditions likely reduced the number and duration of snowmobile trips, affecting spending on lodging, fuel, dining and equipment. “Like any outdoor recreational activity, we’re at the mercy of
Updated: February 3, 2025
Maine groups map out 10-year plan for state’s outdoor recreation sector
January 30, 2025The effort is led by Maine Outdoor Brands, Maine’s Office of Outdoor Recreation, the University of Maine, Maine’s Bureau of Parks and Lands, Maine Technology Institute and the Maine Marine Trades Association
January 30, 2025
List of Maine's 10 ‘hottest’ towns for real estate has some changes, surprises
January 21, 2025Here are the Top 10, including the percentage increase in median sales price in 2024.
January 21, 2025
Tariffs, immigration policy uncertainties pose risks to ‘sturdy’ growth, Maine state economist says
January 15, 2025If tariffs are wide ranging, "things could be really, really bad," Amanda Rector told a Mainebiz forum.
January 15, 2025
Lafayette Hotels continues expansion with Ogunquit resort deal
January 13, 2025Lafayette Hotels, a family-owned and -operated group of more than 30 hotels across Maine and New Hampshire, acquired its fourth property in Ogunquit with the acquisition of the Sparhawk Oceanfront Resort.
January 13, 2025
Work underway to revitalize Houlton’s century-old Temple Theatre
Updated: January 14, 2025A Houlton business owner acquired a century-old movie theater business and the building in which it’s housed in two deals that wrapped up earlier this month.
Updated: January 14, 2025
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