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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.
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Survival of the fittest: Maine gyms, exercise industry regroup after pandemic pounding
Renee Cordes Updated: September 20, 2021With nearly half its workforce losing their jobs, the fitness industry has been one of the hardest hit by the pandemic. In Maine, some businesses are in survival mode, but nevertheless optimistic.
Renee Cordes Updated: September 20, 2021
HospitalityMaine releases 5-year workforce plan to rebuild industry 'in crisis'
Renee Cordes September 15, 2021HospitalityMaine on Wednesday released a five-year roadmap for tackling the industry's workforce woes, including initiatives to attract more immigrants and people from disadvantaged communities to hotel and restaurant jobs.
Renee Cordes September 15, 2021
First Katahdin Woods and Waters superintendent to retire
Staff September 14, 2021Established in 2016 by presidential proclamation, the 87,500-acre monument benefitted from a superintendent who brought a long history with the National Park Service. Five years ago, it was difficult to find the entrance. Today there are trails and
Staff September 14, 2021
Acadia visitation likely to crack 4M for first time ever
Laurie Schreiber September 14, 2021Visitation to date is 22% above the five-year pre-pandemic average, resulting in close to 500,000 more visits than previous years. Spring 2020 saw a huge rush followed by record monthly visitation from October onward. Rescues are almost double.
Laurie Schreiber September 14, 2021
Labor Day tourism strong, but workforce issues plague businesses
Jessica Hall September 13, 2021As Maine's tourism industry looked to rebound from last year, it was limited not by the number of visitors but by the lack of staff, a hospitality official said.
Jessica Hall September 13, 2021
SCORE Maine names 2021 business award winners
Renee Cordes September 9, 2021Nancy Strojny, assistant director of SCORE Maine and a longtime mentor to businesses from Flowfold to the Holy Donut, said the awards "are a testament to the innovation, diligence and dedication of small business's owners."
Renee Cordes September 9, 2021
Concert venue at Rock Row in Westbrook shuts down, but not because of COVID
William Hall September 9, 2021The curtain comes down for Maine Savings Pavilion, which began hosting outdoor concerts two years ago. The venue was designed to be a temporary one at the 110-acre development, which has been growing rapidly.
William Hall September 9, 2021
Vermont RV distributor plans to enter Maine with new dealership in Saco
William Hall September 8, 2021South Burlington, Vt.-based Pete's RV operates in six states and plans to open its first location in Maine by 2023, as the industry strives to keep up with growing demand for homes-on-the-road.
William Hall September 8, 2021
Maine groups get $900K to restore salmon habitats
Renee Cordes Updated: September 8, 2021According to NOAA, the Atlantic salmon, specifically the Gulf of Maine population, is one of the most at-risk endangered species, with only about 1,200 fish returning each year.
Renee Cordes Updated: September 8, 2021
HospitalityMaine joins call for boosting federal relief to pandemic-stricken restaurants
Renee Cordes Updated: September 3, 2021"The small gains that our industry made toward financial security are in danger of being wiped out, dashing the hopes of communities, entrepreneurs and consumers nationwide," says a letter addressed to leaders of Congress.
Renee Cordes Updated: September 3, 2021
Two of Maine's big autumn fairs cancel plans due to rising COVID-19 risks
William Hall September 2, 2021The Common Ground Country Fair in Unity and the Maine Whoopie Pie Festival in Dover-Foxcroft both announced the cancellation of their in-person events, which typically draw thousands.
William Hall September 2, 2021
$593K in federal grants will support businesses and jobs across rural Maine
Staff September 2, 2021A meat processing facility, assistance for indigenous business owners and replacement of outdated trail-grooming equipment are among the projects receiving grants, which are expected to create or save over 100 jobs in rural Maine.
Staff September 2, 2021
Restaurant industry starts to rebuild amid challenges, new barometer shows
Renee Cordes Updated: September 1, 2021A report from the National Restaurant Association finds that while positive trends improve the industry outlook, uncertainty and consumer confidence could impact long-term rebuilding.
Renee Cordes Updated: September 1, 2021
South Portland beach reopens as oil spill investigation continues
Renee Cordes Updated: August 30, 2021Willard Beach reopened on Saturday after authorities concluded there is no risk to human health from last week's oil spill.
Renee Cordes Updated: August 30, 2021
South Portland beach remains closed as authorities investigate oil spill
Renee Cordes Updated: August 26, 2021Willard Beach remains closed a second day as authorities assess an oil spill that reached the city's storm water drainage system and subsequently discharged into the water at the popular beach. A DEP spokesman said an enforcement case has been
Renee Cordes Updated: August 26, 2021
AC Hotel in Portland sold to Virginia real estate investment trust for $67M
William Hall August 24, 2021The purchase gives Apple Hospitality a second hotel in downtown Portland, and the REIT said it plans to acquire a third hotel in the city this fall.
William Hall August 24, 2021
Today's Poll
Sponsored by: Kennebunk Savings Bank
With the official end of summer this past weekend, we're taking a look back at how the season unfolded.
Back in early August, we asked how the summer tourism season was going — and at the time, the majority of respondents told us it could be better. And remember, the season started very rainy and ended amid a drought.
Now that the season has wrapped up, we're checking in again to see how things ended. Did things improve? Did tourism pick up later in the summer, or did the season fall short of expectations?
The Giving Guide
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Work for ME
Work for ME is a workforce development tool to help Maine’s employers target Maine’s emerging workforce. Work for ME highlights each industry, its impact on Maine’s economy, the jobs available to entry-level workers, the training and education needed to get a career started.
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Groundbreaking Maine
Whether you’re a developer, financer, architect, or industry enthusiast, Groundbreaking Maine is crafted to be your go-to source for valuable insights in Maine’s real estate and construction community.
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The Giving Guide
The Giving Guide helps nonprofits have the opportunity to showcase and differentiate their organizations so that businesses better understand how they can contribute to a nonprofit’s mission and work.
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Work for ME
Work for ME is a workforce development tool to help Maine’s employers target Maine’s emerging workforce. Work for ME highlights each industry, its impact on Maine’s economy, the jobs available to entry-level workers, the training and education needed to get a career started.
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Groundbreaking Maine
Whether you’re a developer, financer, architect, or industry enthusiast, Groundbreaking Maine is crafted to be your go-to source for valuable insights in Maine’s real estate and construction community.
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