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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.
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Rain, rain, go away: Maine businesses lament impact of dreary summer weather
July 27, 2023This summer's rain and fog have put a damper on some businesses, especially those like Funtown Splashtown, an amusement park and waterpark in Saco that relies on fair weather to drive business.
July 27, 2023
Maine nonfarm jobs slip in June as rain dampens tourism
Updated: July 24, 2023Maine nonfarm wage and salary jobs decreased by 2,900 in June to 643,100 as rainy weather hurt tourism-related jobs and manufacturing Jobs declined by 1%.
Updated: July 24, 2023
19th century inn in Northeast Harbor sells for $7.75M
Updated: July 21, 2023The Savage family settled on land ub Northeast Harbor in 1798. The first cottage dates to 1854. The inn will remain open for the 2023 season before undergoing restoration.
Updated: July 21, 2023
Inner space: Converting vacant offices for other uses gains traction in Maine
Updated: July 24, 2023Evolving work habits play out on the property market, sparking a growing number of conversions of unused or underused offices into other kinds of properties, from light industrial to residential and educational.
Updated: July 24, 2023
Searching the U.S. and braving a tornado, West Coast couple takes reins at Poland inn
Updated: July 17, 2023The original house dates back to 1894. It became a restaurant where Joan Crawford filmed a "Route 66" episode. Later an inn, the Secret Service spent much time there.
Updated: July 17, 2023
For snowmobilers and business travelers, Jackman motel is a mainstay
Updated: July 10, 2023Outdoor enthusiasts and business travelers provide a year-round clientele, many of them repeats. ATVers and snowmobilers can ride from their door.
Updated: July 10, 2023
Bayside Bowl rolls out expansion to South Portland
Updated: July 11, 2023Owner Charlie Mitchell aims to open the new Broadway Bowl by the end of October at 725 Broadway in South Portland.
Updated: July 11, 2023
Mid-year review: Maine' 'hottest towns,' Papi Cannabis among 2023's most-read stories
Updated: July 7, 2023Stories about real estate, rankings and restaurants are popular with Mainebiz readers.
Updated: July 7, 2023
An ‘Ironman’ for kids also raises funds for public schools
Updated: July 6, 2023Six years in, the run-bike-run event has attracted close to 1,000 children and raised over $60,000.
Updated: July 6, 2023Tribes and conservation groups petition to stop Pickett Mountain mining project
Updated: June 30, 2023The proposed area is next to three state heritage fish waters and is at the center of the region's growing outdoor economy.
Updated: June 30, 2023
Vroom! Caribou's Spud Speedway revs up changes with new investors
June 28, 2023With the popularity of snowmobiles and ATVs, the partners at Spud Speedway have expansion plans that promise to bring economic growth to the Caribou area.
June 28, 2023
Maine makes top 10 list for summer road trips
Updated: June 27, 2023The Pine Tree state also ranked No. 1 for safety in a WalletHub report.
Updated: June 27, 2023
Scarborough nonprofit plans pickleball fundraiser
Updated: June 29, 2023Kids First Center hopes to raise between $20,000 and $30,000 from the event, happening July 21-23 in Saco.
Updated: June 29, 2023
Building the ‘candidate pipeline’: Maine employers ramp up summer internship programs
Updated: June 26, 2023With Maine’s jobless rate at a historic low, employers are hiring interns to attract — and test — young talent and build loyalty.
Updated: June 26, 2023
Hotel group scoops up Saco dorm to help with workforce housing
Updated: June 19, 2023Rooms were filled immediately after the sale closed. The company plans to convert the building this winter from a dormitory set-up to six independent units.
Updated: June 19, 2023
Imagine Portland recognizes quartet of Maine businesses
Updated: June 20, 2023MaineWorks and Rock Row were among the award winners at the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce's annual Imagine Portland event.
Updated: June 20, 2023
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