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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.
Mills administration authorizes $7.5M for Maine's outdoor economy
December 12, 2025The grants are expected to create jobs in trail design, construction and maintenance and revenue from materials purchases. Maine’s trail systems are considered critical for the outdoor economy.
December 12, 2025
Notable quotables from a dozen 'On the Record' interviews in 2025
Updated: December 15, 2025As we wind down the year, here are memorable quotes from a dozen interviews published by Mainebiz in 2025.
Updated: December 15, 2025
Bar Harbor’s bumpy year: Cruise ship cap, rainy spring offset Acadia gains in gateway town
Updated: December 15, 2025Overall, Bar Harbor had a middling season, but it really came down to whom you talk to. Lodgings did pretty well, compared with last year. The retail sector was probably hit a little more, with the loss of cruise ship traffic.
Updated: December 15, 2025
Bar Harbor debates whether to extend moratorium on lodging development
Updated: December 9, 2025The issues have been points of contention for years, as the tourist destination grapples with the pros and cons of short-term rentals.
Updated: December 9, 2025
Portland Trails system claims $112M benefit to area economy
December 8, 2025A new study from Portland Trails finds that the organization’s 100-mile network contributes to a wide range of environmental, health and economic benefits.
December 8, 2025-
Takeaways from the 2025 Mainebiz CEO Forum in Bangor
Updated: December 4, 2025The event featured a panel discussion on "60 ideas in 60 minutes," moderated by Deb Neuman, president and CEO of the Bangor Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Updated: December 4, 2025
After a year of negotiations, State Theatre workers ratify first union contract
Updated: November 25, 2025In January, employees voted to join Local 114, setting off months of bargaining aimed at reaching a fair contract for stagehands and stage technicians.
Updated: November 25, 2025
With Newry lease, Maine Adaptive Sports & Recreation plans to expand programs
Updated: November 17, 2025The lease provides space to consolidate adaptive gear storage and maintenance and provide accessible, on-site lodging for volunteers, interns and participants year-round.
Updated: November 17, 2025
Generous perk or employer headache? Maine businesses get ready for paid leave law
Updated: November 17, 2025Maine’s new benefits law will give employees the option of taking up to 12 weeks of paid time off at up to 90% of their compensation rate. The plan is the most generous in the country, but employers, large and small, see challenges.
Updated: November 17, 2025
Despite tariff hangover, Maine's largest brewer holds prices steady — for now
November 11, 2025Rob Tod, founder of Allagash Brewing, said that tariffs will cost the Portland-based business more than $300,000 this year.
November 11, 2025
From gear to granola: Online shop showcases Maine brands
Updated: November 10, 2025In time of the holiday shopping season, Maine Outdoor Brands has launched the MOB Web Shop featuring 25 member brands and nearly 200 products.
Updated: November 10, 2025
Former funeral home in Portland to be repurposed as bed-and-breakfast
Updated: November 10, 2025“We saw this property and thought it would be perfect for a bed-and-breakfast because of its architectural history and location,” said the buyer.
Updated: November 10, 2025
Maine business leaders join forces to tackle housing shortage
November 5, 2025The Build Homes, Build Community initiative aims to reduce barriers to production at both the state and municipal levels.
November 5, 2025
Portland City Council doubles inclusionary zone fee for future hotels
November 4, 2025The fee that hotel developers are assessed in lieu of building affordable housing will double, from $4,831 to $9,520 per guest room.
November 4, 2025
Hotel Bridgton targeted to open in lakes region by summer 2026
October 21, 2025Developer and builder Justin McIver, founder of Main Eco Homes and Bridgton native, is building a 65-room boutique hotel, which will be managed by Portland-based Olympia Hospitality.
October 21, 2025
Portland music festival that drew crowds this summer will return for encore performances
Updated: October 22, 2025Last August’s inaugural Back Cove Music and Arts Festival went so well that the city has agreed to allow promoters to book another three years.
Updated: October 22, 2025
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