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US diesel prices soar past $6 a gallon, deepening strain for hauling everyday goods
Record fuel costs have accelerated US inflation, squeezing Americans’ finances.
Fidium internet outages affecting Maine, other New England states
Users all over New England reported their Fidium internet service was down starting around 3 p.m. Thursday.
Clynk files layoff notice for 54 workers at Biddeford facility
The company filed a WARN notice with the state on Wednesday, indicating major upheaval at a facility on Elm Street.
Portland mayor calls for drug treatment sentencing option to curb downtown crime
Mayor Mark Dion, Police Chief Mark Dubois and District Attorney Jackie Sartoris outline crime-fighting challenges, including an increase in overdoses.
Saco mobile home residents are trying to buy their park
Residents of Blue Haven Mobile Home Park have been fighting to keep their rents affordable since late last year. Now, they're under contract with the current owner in an effort to take control of the park.
Eliot brewery closes amid dispute between town, pub owner over $100K
The owner of Shipyard Brew Pub filed a lawsuit claiming the town is in violation of a 30-year TIF funding agreement. Eliot officials disagree.
Hannaford supermarkets no longer selling Lisbon-based Springworks Farm products
Phone is disconnected, town officials are mum about the aquaponic farm, once the exclusive provider of certified organic lettuce to Hannaford.
New bar taking over former Bar Publica space in Portland’s West Bayside
Bar Publica owners have rebranded the venue to Lucky Sevens.
Owner of Taj opening new Italian restaurant in South Portland
Il Forno comes from the owner of Taj Indian Cuisine, and will be located in the same building.
Passamaquoddy Nation will not buy Eastport grocery store
Tribal voters said decisively not to pursue saving the shuttered IGA.
Inside the little-known drama over who pays for the CAT ferry’s border agents
U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents process passengers on the seasonal ferry between Bar Harbor and Nova Scotia. With its contract up for renewal, that arrangement is under scrutiny.
Magnus on Water in Biddeford climbs on international list of best bars
The prestigious London-based Pinnacle Guide now ranks the bar program at Magnus among 60 'outstanding' venues worldwide.
What to know as Canada’s retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion worth of US goods take effect
Other governments are watching to see what happens after Canada hits back.
‘A foodie festival’: The Big E state fair overflows with Maine eats
The multi-state fair in Massachusetts supports Maine food and agriculture.
Hannaford reaches $9M settlement over manager pay
More than 1,400 former and current employees will receive a share of the settlement after the supermarket chain changed the way it pays midlevel managers.
See Lewiston students work traps with the Lift All Boats lobster program | Photo
Photographer Libby Kamrowski Kenny captured students on the Sea Smoke as they learned about the industry.
Meet the organization helping Lewiston kids get into the lobster industry
The Portland-based program has expanded its reach as it gives Maine youths a feel for a sea-based career.
US diesel prices hit a record high, pushing up transportation costs for a long list of goods
Shoppers could see more and more sticker shock trickle down to store shelves.
Bar Publica to close permanently in Portland’s West Bayside
The venue launched on Hanover Street in 2024.
Passamaquoddy consider saving Eastport’s only grocery store
R&M IGA Foodliner closed Thursday, forcing residents to shop in Perry or Calais.