Sports business

Fans, business and grassroots soccer leaders across the state are invited to share their views on establishing a pre-professional women's team at three town halls scheduled for March.

The new Maine Endurance Sports Alliance will manage running races in Bangor, Lincoln, Waterville and Augusta.

From pro teams to the college scene, it’s been a bustling year for the sports business in Maine.

The Scarborough Planning Board will discuss the project at its Oct. 20 meeting.

Every handshake, every new friend, every familiar face you greet in the stands adds to your visibility, our guest columnist writes.

The Cross Insurance Arena has been home to professional hockey since it opened in 1977, hosting the original Mariners until 1992, then the Portland Pirates, then the current Mariners since 2018.

Kevin Schohl, president of the Hearts of Pine, told Mainebiz that Dexter and Susan Paine have been fans and season ticket holders from Day One.

Despite a rainy start to the season for the Double-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, better weather in July and August helped boost attendance to near capacity every night.

The Mariners, purchased last year by Dexter Paine, began their partnership with Boston and Providence, R.I., in 2021.

Mill Town Sports and Entertainment, which is based in Amesbury, Mass., said it views the Lewiston facility as an economic catalyst for the community.