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Photo / Courtesy General Dynamics Bath Iron Works The U.S. Navy destroyer John Basilone completed acceptance trials last week with an operating crew demonstrating a number of ship systems for two days in the Gulf of Maine.
By Laurie Schreiber
The John Basilone is one of the Arleigh Burke class, considered the workhorse of the Navy's fleet. The class has been a staple of BIW’s shipbuilding for decades.

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May 27, 2024 Edition

Photo / Jim Neuger Karl Schatz and Margaret Hathaway, owners of Ten Apple Farm in Gray. They are holding 2-week-olds Sorrel (left), a male, and Rhubarb, a female.
By Renee Cordes
Agritourism is bringing fresh ideas and new people into one of Maine's oldest industries. For the public, the draws include overnight accommodations, guided hikes and themed events.
Maine agriculture and agritourism

Total number of farms — 2017: 7,600 | 2022: 7,036

Average size of farm — 2017: 172 acres | 2022: 174 acres

Total farmland — 2017: 1.3 million acres | 2022: 1.2 milion

Income from farm-related sources — 2017: $39.5 million | 2022: $48.9 million

Average income per farm — 2017: $16.2 million | 2022: $23.1 million

Income from agritourism and recreational services — 2017: $6.6 million | 2022: $12.2 million

Average agritourism income per farm — 2017: $26,893 | 2022: $50,427

Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, 2017 and 2022 Census of Agricuilture data

 Agriturismo

Italy introduced this official trademark in 2013 awarded to agriturismo businesses that meet legal standards; no such designation exists in the United States.

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Photo / Tim Greenway Shane Patrick, the owner of Pleasant Pond Orchard in Richmond, says in jest that climate change has made it easier for him to enjoy Maine-grown peaches.
By Bridget Reed Morawski
About two-thirds of the state has slid to a warmer half zone since that last edition in 2012, according to the USDA. As the climate has changed, so have farming plans in Maine.

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Photo / Fred Field Amber Lambke, co-founder and CEO of Skowhegan-based Maine Grains, plans an expansion next door that will include dedicated year-round space for the Skowhegan Farmers’ Market.
By Alexis Wells
The Maine Grains building, in the former Somerset County prison, has become something of a business hub. And that role is now growing.

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PHOTO / JIM NEUGER Abbe Chabot, a manager with Dirigo Risk Management Solutions, at the company’s office in Auburn.
By Renee Cordes
Abbe Chabot served for 20 years as a Maine State Police detective, and is now a manager with Dirigo Risk Management Solutions. Among other things, the firm trains businesses in active shooter response.

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By Carrie Green Yardley, Yardley Esq. PLLC
The handshake agreement sustained its first defeat in 1677, in an English court. Today, erring on the side of a written agreement is still a good idea, ACE advises.
About ACE

The Association for Consulting Expertise (ACE) is a nonprofit association of independent consultants who value “Success through Collaboration.” The public is welcome to attend its regular meetings to share best practices and engage with industry experts. For more information go to www.consultexpertise.com.

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By Peter Van Allen
In the mid-1990s, John N. Cole was a frequent Mainebiz contributor. But he is undoubtedly better known for his outdoors writing and for being the co-founder of the weekly Maine Times.
Fun fact

The June 1996 issue of Mainebiz featured a full-page ad for T.O.N.Y. Baloney’s restaurant, which was at 40 Wharf St. in the Old Port. The advertisement was a likeness of T.O.N.Y.’s menu and featured subs for as little as $4.95 and “Roman-style” pizza for $7.95. Plus, delivery was free for orders over $10.

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Photo / Jim Neuger Renee Cordes, Mainebiz senior reporter, cradles a baby goat at Ten Apple Farm in Gray.
By Peter Van Allen
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By William Hall
The EPA brownfield grants, ranging from $500,000 to $5.5 million, will fund assessment and cleanup work by nonprofits, municipalities and public agencies across Maine.

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Photo / Alexis Wells Mr. Tuna's new restaurant is located at 83 Middle St. in Portland.
By Alexis Wells
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File photo Thirty-seven years after its last revaluation, the city of Bangor is getting ready for an update that will appraise more than 11,000 real estate parcels.
By Laurie Schreiber
Nearly four decades after its last revaluation, the city of Bangor is getting ready for an update that will appraise more than 11,000 real estate parcels.

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Rendering / Courtesy Dan Hester This rendering shows the planned pavilion at the Hiram Cultural Center campus, between Soldiers Memorial Library in front and the Arts Center to the rear in a former church at 8 Hancock.  
By Laurie Schreiber
When the Hiram library is closed, people use its Wi-Fi from the parking area. “We have more people coming into the community and they’re able to be here because of remote work,” said one board member.
About Soldiers Memorial Library

Soldiers Memorial Library and the adjacent Arts Center at 8 Hancock comprise the Hiram Cultural Center, a nonprofit formed in 2021 to economically revitalize Hiram Village. The arts center is located in a former church donated to the Friends of Soldiers Memorial Library. 

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By Renee Cordes
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File photo / Peter Van Allen Maine home sales jumped by 17.5% in April.
By Alexis Wells
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