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Scams growing more sophisticated, Bethel bankers warn
Tellers in Bethel say customers are coached by scammers, while a Rumford woman’s loss highlights how quickly fraud can unfold.
Developer of data center for Jay mill seeks exemption to proposed state law
The decision could shape whether a major redevelopment project moves forward in a region still recovering from the loss of its paper industry.
Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce hires new director, looks to Clam Fest
Mary Sundeen will lead the business organization and Adrienne Nardi will direct the Yarmouth Clam Festival.
Why western Maine gas prices are among the highest in the state
Central and western Maine generally pay a slightly higher price for fuel.
Portland International Jetport to change its restaurant lineup this year
The new mix of eateries includes 2 local brands and 2 national chains.
New ‘elevated dive’ bar and restaurant planned on Portland’s Preble Street
The Velvet Dog is on track to launch by June.
Do you need a license to sell produce in Maine?
A guide to what vendors should know to sell their products at farmers markets and farmstands.
Maine renews attempt to expand state landfill
Despite opposition from the Penobscot Nation, state environmental regulators have issued a new ruling allowing expansion of the Juniper Ridge Landfill.
Portland Sea Dogs, Maine Mariners worry about Democratic legislative priority
A data privacy bill making its way through Augusta has drawn pushback from the state's business community.
Morning Moose Coffee puts down roots in Topsham
The business, which started out of a coffee trailer in Richmond, expanded to its first brick-and-mortar location on Main Street in Topsham last month.
New ice cream shop coming to Brunswick
Half Pint Giant is opening in the former home of The Frappe Shoppe.
A look back at the man who made Renys, a century after his birth
Here are some stories across the decades about R.H. Reny, the founder of the Renys department store chain, curated from our newspaper archives.
In Maine’s tight real estate market, some look to home staging to stand out
As competition grows, home sellers are looking for every advantage.
Sugar shacks across Maine welcome visitors all weekend
Maine Trust for Local News photographers capture people of all ages checking out their local maple syrup producers.
Cold weather and tariffs squeeze Maine’s maple producers
A stubborn winter has delayed the start of this year's harvest by about a month.
Maine lobsterman asks US Supreme Court to block GPS boat tracking
The legal challenge claims 24/7 surveillance of the lobster fleet is a warrantless search in violation of the Fourth Amendment.
Maine may spare some scam victims from paying taxes on losses
A legislative committee unanimously voted to advance the proposal on Thursday.
ICE surge cost Maine’s economy millions, report says
The Maine Center for Economic Policy warns that continued immigration enforcement could further damage an already weakened workforce.
Sandy Pines Campground auction postponed amid bankruptcy proceedings
The Kennebunkport campground's assets had been set to be sold off to the highest bidders this month. No date has been set for the postponed auction.
Portland software firm ranks 3rd in growth among New England businesses
HighByte, which focuses on turning complex and diverse industrial data into useful information, is 1 of 5 Maine companies on the Boston Globe and Statista's annual top 50 list.