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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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Selling Maine as a convention destination: Balancing attractions with lack of space for larger events
Updated: May 1, 2023While Vacationland boasts plenty of unique attractions and tour possibilities, the state’s lure for large meetings and events is limited by a variety of factors.
Updated: May 1, 2023From the editor: Hospitality industry looks for ways to grow in Maine
Updated: May 1, 2023Leisure travel has always been the bread and butter of Maine’s hospitality industry — summer travelers. As Maine’s tourism industry continues to push the boundaries of the summer and “shoulder” seasons, it’s also looking at ways to bring in more
Updated: May 1, 2023King urges revamp of seasonal-worker visa program
Updated: April 28, 2023Delays in the U.S. Department of Labor's ability to process H2-B visas are a hindrance to small businesses that rely on seasonal or temporary workers, U.S. Sen. Angus King writes in a letter to the acting U.S. Labor Secretary.
Updated: April 28, 2023Incoming Maine Brewers' Guild boss aims to craft a more diverse industry
Updated: April 27, 2023"I'd like to bring other women and people of color into the industry," Shea Cusick told Mainebiz days before starting her job as executive director of the Maine Brewers' Guild.
Updated: April 27, 2023
Massachusetts hotelier buys Ogunquit inn — its 24th property in Maine
April 26, 2023The 249-room Anchorage by the Sea is the 47th hotel in Giri Hotel's portfolio and 24th property in Maine. In the past two years, Giri has acquired four Maine hospitality properties.
April 26, 2023
Drinks to-go are here to stay under law signed by Mills
Updated: April 25, 2023Curbside alcohol sales that started during pandemic shutdowns can continue permanently under a bill signed into law Monday by Gov. Janet Mills.
Updated: April 25, 2023
With dining habits changing, Maine restaurants rush to adapt
Updated: April 21, 2023Maine eateries have had to pivot to keep up with their patronage, offering shorter hours and revised menus. While many have been able to work through ongoing challenges in the wake of the pandemic, several well-known restaurants have closed.
Updated: April 21, 2023
Portland Mediterranean eatery closes as owners mull next chapter
April 19, 2023TIQA Mediterranean restaurant opened nine years ago inside Portland's Courtyard by Marriott hotel.
April 19, 2023
Celebs and a countess once stayed at this 19th century Blue Hill inn
Updated: April 17, 2023The Barncastle Hotel & Restaurant and a barn date to 1884. The inn has five guest rooms and suites, commons area, a 75-seat restaurant and an events space.
Updated: April 17, 2023
Statewide coalition backs $30M bond for Maine trails
Updated: April 13, 2023If lawmakers approve the $30 million Maine Trails Bond, the proposal would then go to voters for approval.
Updated: April 13, 2023
Permanent installation: Giant trolls make botanical gardens their forever home
April 12, 2023Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay also announced enhanced accessibility as the second season of the Gardens for All program approaches.
April 12, 2023
Mainers get creative with social media April Fools' gags
April 1, 2023The city of Auburn and others turned up the fun this April Fool's Day with tongue-in-cheek posts and promotions.
April 1, 2023
Portland, SoPo make list of ‘least desirable’ places to live on a salary of $100K
March 30, 2023On a list where Palm Beach, Fla., was No. 1, Portland ranked No. 55 and South Portland at No. 59. Biddeford ranked far better, at 128 of 150 cities studied.
March 30, 2023
Friends of Acadia buys inn to provide housing for park employees
March 30, 2023Acadia National Park has fewer than 100 beds for the 160 seasonal positions the park wants to fill. “By expanding housing options, the Kingsleigh property will increase our capacity to recruit and retain seasonal staff members,” said Acadia
March 30, 2023
Monson restaurant is Maine's sole finalist for James Beard Award
Updated: March 30, 2023The Quarry restaurant is a finalist for the "Outstanding Hospitality Presented by American Airlines," against contenders in Washington, Alabama, South Carolina and Chicago.
Updated: March 30, 2023
Maine tourism office balances green tourism, quality of life in new plan
March 29, 2023With 15.3 million people visiting Maine in 2022 and staying longer than ever, the stewardship of the attractions that bring them to the state has become a top focus among tourism stakeholders. A new plan will promote stewardship of both the industry
March 29, 2023
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