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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.
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With parent team up for sale, Maine Celtics likely to change hands — but it’s complicated
William Hall July 3, 2024The storied Boston Celtics, parent franchise of the Maine team, are now officially for sale. A buyer presumably would acquire both teams. But there are no guarantees.
William Hall July 3, 2024
On the Record: Portland hotel executive says summer bookings are strong, but more last-minute
Renee Cordes Updated: July 8, 2024Ginny Hussey is general manager of the Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront, whose amenities include the Luna Rooftop Bar, Salt Yard Café & Bar and a "retail wall" to showcase products by local businesses.
Renee Cordes Updated: July 8, 2024
A Look Back: Portland’s East End saw a real estate surge in 2005, but not everyone was happy about it
Peter Van Allen Updated: July 8, 2024One of the landmark changes was the redevelopment of the site that's now home to the Ocean Gateway, which in turn allowed for more cruise ship visits. But not everyone was a fan of the having more foot traffic.
Peter Van Allen Updated: July 8, 2024
HospitalityMaine partners with Husson University on workforce development
Alexis Wells July 2, 2024HospitalityMaine and Husson University are partnering to offer the trade group's members and employees discounts on education costs.
Alexis Wells July 2, 2024
Acadia National Park visitation was down this spring, but officials expect a big year
Peter Van Allen Updated: June 27, 2024Acadia National Park, which hosts nearly 4 million visitors a year, is off to a slow start, with 164,248 visitors through April. That's a decline of 8.4% from the first four months of 2023.
Peter Van Allen Updated: June 27, 2024
After $850K makeover, Maine State Aquarium reopens in West Boothbay
Laurie Schreiber June 25, 2024Structural problems led to renovations of walls and floors, along with upgrades to the pumps and filters, new display tanks and custom-made touch tanks.
Laurie Schreiber June 25, 2024
Maine ranks in top 10 states for summer road trips
Renee Cordes Updated: June 25, 2024Scenery and "wallet-friendly" attractions helped keep Maine on the WalletHub list of best states for a road trip.
Renee Cordes Updated: June 25, 2024
Improvements planned for Ellsworth’s Merrill Park
Laurie Schreiber Updated: June 24, 2024A community group called Heart of Ellsworth aims to highlight a little-known pocket park.
Laurie Schreiber Updated: June 24, 2024
The eclipse boosted Maine’s economy — and now there are numbers to prove it
William Hall Updated: June 20, 2024Data released this week show spending and visitation soared by double digits in Aroostook and Franklin counties. Visits to Maine for a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle could lead to more visits over a lifetime.
William Hall Updated: June 20, 2024Ellsworth soccer club to roll out the turf with $20k grant
Laurie Schreiber Updated: June 10, 2024The grant would completely turf Acadia Fire’s 12,000 square feet of indoor space and continue to be the largest indoor turf facility in Hancock County.
Laurie Schreiber Updated: June 10, 2024
Bath nonprofit promotes green space, playground use via the power of music
Laurie Schreiber Updated: June 10, 2024A large xylophone and music book, constructed to withstand the elements, were installed as a playful public art installation designed to promote park use.
Laurie Schreiber Updated: June 10, 2024
Bangor launches marketing collaborative to promote arts and culture scene
Laurie Schreiber Updated: June 5, 2024Arts and culture organizations invest in keeping the performances flowing and don’t always have extra money for messaging. A collaboration aims to change that.
Laurie Schreiber Updated: June 5, 2024
Charms of the farm: From goat hikes to flower festivals, Maine agritourism is thriving
Renee Cordes Updated: May 27, 2024Agritourism is bringing fresh ideas and new people into one of Maine's oldest industries. For the public, the draws include overnight accommodations, guided hikes and themed events.
Renee Cordes Updated: May 27, 2024
Moosehead Marine Museum plans open house aboard the Katahdin steamship
Peter Van Allen Updated: May 23, 2024The Moosehead Marine Museum is restoring the historic Katahdin steamship, at a cost of $2 million, including $500,000 in congressionally directed spending. Visitors are invited to tour the progress on May 26.
Peter Van Allen Updated: May 23, 2024
Friday Food Insider: The restaurants at Portland's boutique Longfellow Hotel are opening
Alexis Wells May 17, 2024How about some crispy chickpeas, warm chicken liver mousse, or Siberian caviar to start your evening? All of this and more can be found on the menu of the brand-new 48-room boutique Longfellow Hotel.
Alexis Wells May 17, 2024
Maine Sports Commission hires its first sports development director
Alexis Wells Updated: May 15, 2024Amanda Royce, a New Hampshire native, joins the Maine Sports Commission from the New England Mountain Bike Association.
Alexis Wells Updated: May 15, 2024
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With 2026 coming up fast, Maine businesses are preparing for Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave program to take effect.
The program is designed to protect paid leave for up to 12 weeks a year to care for an ill family member or bond with a new child. For employees, it's a great perk; for employers, there are challenges and costs associated with getting into compliance.
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The Giving Guide
The Giving Guide helps nonprofits have the opportunity to showcase and differentiate their organizations so that businesses better understand how they can contribute to a nonprofit’s mission and work.
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Work for ME
Work for ME is a workforce development tool to help Maine’s employers target Maine’s emerging workforce. Work for ME highlights each industry, its impact on Maine’s economy, the jobs available to entry-level workers, the training and education needed to get a career started.
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Groundbreaking Maine
Whether you’re a developer, financer, architect, or industry enthusiast, Groundbreaking Maine is crafted to be your go-to source for valuable insights in Maine’s real estate and construction community.
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