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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.
On the Record: Mobile sauna startup peddles wellness on wheels
Updated: December 2, 2024With Too Haute Saunas, Mary Dunham and business partner Denise Weaver aim "to bring awareness of health through saunas by creating fun community events in the beauty of Maine,"
Updated: December 2, 2024
Friends, family, quiet time: What Maine movers and shakers are grateful for this Thanksgiving
Updated: November 27, 2024Ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, Mainebiz asked some of this year’s 40 Under 40 honorees what they’re thankful for. There were some common themes, but also a shared pearl.
Updated: November 27, 2024
University of New England will offer free tuition to qualified students
Updated: November 26, 2024UNE will begin covering tuition costs for high-achieving students whose families earn less than $100,000.
Updated: November 26, 2024
Atlantic Hospitality adds three industry vets to executive team
Updated: November 26, 2024Maine-based hotel management company Atlantic Hospitality has hired three new members to its executive team.
Updated: November 26, 2024
Katahdin Woods and Water monument could get new entry with approval from Congress pending
Updated: November 26, 2024Legislation wending through the U.S. Senate would improve access from the south and better connect the monument to the Millinocket region and major roadways.
Updated: November 26, 2024-
Outdoor recreation contributed $3.4B to Maine's GDP, report shows
Updated: November 25, 2024Outdoor recreation made up 3.7% of Maine’s economy, ranking Maine one of the top 10 states in the value that the sector contributed to gross domestic product.
Updated: November 25, 2024
From trails to bike lights, Maine Outdoor Brands honors economic trailblazers
Updated: November 21, 2024A collaboration to connect asylum-seekers with outdoor spaces and a startup making AI-powered bike lights are among the recipients of Maine Outdoor Brands’ Trailblazer Awards this year.
Updated: November 21, 2024
Good news for Maine's seasonal businesses: US may issue more guest worker visas
Updated: November 19, 2024The release of over 64,000 additional H-2B visas could come as a welcome relief for small businesses throughout Maine that continue to face employee shortages.
Updated: November 19, 2024
Portland to honor four businesses for contributions to local economy
Updated: November 15, 2024A shipyard and an organization that hosts squash games will be among recipients of awards to businesses for their contributions to the Portland economy.
Updated: November 15, 2024
Maine winter tourism grows despite shorter, warmer seasons
Updated: November 15, 2024Maine saw a 9.3% increase in visitors between the 2023 and 2024 winter seasons. But as global climate change warms up winters, there's concern that tourism could be hurt.
Updated: November 15, 2024
Maine voters OK'd a $30M bond for improving trails — now what?
November 7, 2024Starting in January, the Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands will begin a competitive grant program to provide $7.5 million per year for trail design, maintenance and construction.
November 7, 2024
Portland will freeze new hotel starts for 6 months as it mulls affordable housing rule
November 5, 2024A temporary moratorium is intended to give officials time to consider potential changes to the city's inclusionary zoning ordinance, which applies to hotel development.
November 5, 2024
In the heart of Hartland, a community center will make much-needed repairs
November 1, 2024Construction of housing complexes next to the Irving Tanning Community Center has increased demand for its programs, which also serve nearby Palmyra and St. Albans.
November 1, 2024
Maine Sports Commission adds two industry veterans to its board
Updated: November 1, 2024The Maine Sports Commission is a nonprofit that works to advance, elevate and promote Maine as a four-season sports destination.
Updated: November 1, 2024
Portland Symphony Orchestra hires former intern as director of artistic operations
October 30, 2024The Portland Symphony Orchestra has hired Elizabeth Kane as director of artistic operations.
October 30, 2024
Bar Harbor voters to consider raising daily caps on cruise ship passengers
Updated: October 30, 2024“There are a few people in Bar Harbor who love cruise ships, there are a few people who hate cruise ships and there’s a whole bunch of people in the middle,” said one business owner.
Updated: October 30, 2024
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