Creative Portland's 'Hear Here' concert showcases Maine artists

Creative Portland produced its first-ever concert on Sunday, the show “Hear Here,” to reinforce the city’s status as an arts hub and raise money to plan an arts and culture summit...

Artist commissions announced for Lewiston’s Hartley Block building

The Portland-based developer of the Hartley Block building in downtown Lewiston will spice up the façade with two mosaic-tile works of art commissioned this week.

Diversified Communications promotes Larkin to lead its U.S. division

Mary Larkin, who has been part of the three-person leadership team for Diversified Communications' U.S. operations, has been promoted to president.

Waterville Castonguay Square redesign moves forward

While redevelopment of the Waterville's downtown has focused primarily on the buildings, one spot of green space is also part of the overall plan to revitalize the city's core.

John Ford film festival takes place in theaters, venues across the state

Independent theaters from Bar Harbor to Rockland, and other venues stretching to Lewiston will all play a part in an ambitious film festival celebrating Maine native John Ford.

The Telling Room chosen as 2019 TD Beach to Beacon 10K beneficiary

The TD Beach to Beacon 10K Road Race has chosen The Telling Room, a nonprofit writing center based in Portland that empowers youth through writing, as its 2019 race beneficiary.

A Look Back: MECA relocation helps revitalize downtown Portland

Downtown redevelopment was as much a part of the discussion in 1994 as it is now, if the first issue of Mainebiz is an indication.

Mills appoints Hannah Pingree as innovation director, urges Mainers to 'take the long view'

Gov. Janet Mills moved Thursday on one of the first changes she promised as governor with the appointment of Hannah Pingree, former speaker of the Maine House of Representatives, to lead what will...