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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.
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Maritime museum launches national search for new director
September 16, 2021The Bath museum, which abruptly parted ways with its former director last year, plans to hire an executive search firm to assist in the recruitment effort.
September 16, 2021
Survival of the fittest: Maine gyms, exercise industry regroup after pandemic pounding
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.
Updated: September 20, 2021
HospitalityMaine releases 5-year workforce plan to rebuild industry 'in crisis'
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.
September 15, 2021
First Katahdin Woods and Waters superintendent to retire
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
September 14, 2021
Acadia visitation likely to crack 4M for first time ever
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.
September 14, 2021
Labor Day tourism strong, but workforce issues plague businesses
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.
September 13, 2021
SCORE Maine names 2021 business award winners
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."
September 9, 2021
Concert venue at Rock Row in Westbrook shuts down, but not because of COVID
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.
September 9, 2021
Vermont RV distributor plans to enter Maine with new dealership in Saco
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.
September 8, 2021
Maine groups get $900K to restore salmon habitats
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.
Updated: September 8, 2021
HospitalityMaine joins call for boosting federal relief to pandemic-stricken restaurants
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.
Updated: September 3, 2021
Two of Maine's big autumn fairs cancel plans due to rising COVID-19 risks
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.
September 2, 2021
$593K in federal grants will support businesses and jobs across rural Maine
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.
September 2, 2021
Restaurant industry starts to rebuild amid challenges, new barometer shows
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.
Updated: September 1, 2021
South Portland beach reopens as oil spill investigation continues
Updated: August 30, 2021Willard Beach reopened on Saturday after authorities concluded there is no risk to human health from last week's oil spill.
Updated: August 30, 2021
South Portland beach remains closed as authorities investigate oil spill
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
Updated: August 26, 2021
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