Cape Elizabeth

"We've never had a space of our own to just open the doors and host guests, so by adding this incredible space to our operation, our goal is to add events throughout the year right here in our home," said Amy Caramante, who heads up communications for Big Tree.

In the 1950s, a previous house on the property was occupied by film star Bette Davis, who died in 1989. That house was razed. The structures there now were built in 2002.

Barrett Made is transforming a former blueberry field off Route 77 in Cape Elizabeth into a condo community — a rare new build for the Cumberland County town.

FAME's new board members have leadership expertise in government, education and banking.

Niche small businesses are pretty much a brand for Maine, where owners build on a robust legacy of individual skill and enterprise. Common themes? A drive to navigate the journey from personal interest to enterprise, honoring heritage while rolling out new ideas.

Beth Haller LaSala, founder of ChappyWrap, moved to Maine in 2020.

Dry Dock Portland, a seafood restaurant in Portland, will relaunch with Matt Ginn serving as general manager of the culinary and hospitality team.  

Let’s take a foodie trip; here are links to the top restaurant stories published in 2024. 

From pies to sides to the turkey, here's a list of where to find fixings for this year's feast.

From openings in Westbrook, Saco, and South Portland to a seafood event to a petition to save a bakery in Cape Elizabeth, Maine's food scene has been busy.