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Fast casual bowl and smoothie restaurant opens on Congress Street
Paak comes from the team behind Sook Thai Mobile Kitchen.
Kingfield bans large gatherings at campsite after complaints linked to religious group’s music, chanting
Town officials say Deer Farm violated town zoning rules by hosting a large men's religious retreat in August without required approval.
Foreclosure complaint against Vertical Harvest dismissed after hydroponic farm makes payment
Last month, Foundation Infrastructure Debt Fund I LP filed a foreclosure complaint against the indoor farm over past-due interest.
After 15 years, a once robust fish canning business returns to Maine
While seafood has remained a leading industry in Maine, canning has not.
Westbrook’s Vertical Harvest faces foreclosure
The hydroponic farm obtained more than $8 million in C-PACE financing to fund qualifying energy improvements on the property.
New smoothie and oat-yogurt bowl cafe opening in Portland’s Old Port
The owners aim to expand Oat Mode to 500 locations nationwide in the next 10 years.
Complaints filed against Oxford County Homes in South Paris say customer orders were botched, contractors not paid
The company is 'committed to resolving any concerns fairly and in the appropriate forum.'
Dunkin’, L.L.Bean collaborate on sweaters, totes — for your coffee, too
The first-time, weeklong autumn celebration coincides with National Coffee Day.
Lobster rolls with melted butter have quietly gained ground in Maine | Column
In a state that once swore by mayo and only mayo, more restaurants are serving the version known as (gasp!) Connecticut style.
After CMMC fires nurses, Lewiston leaders worry about impact: ‘Who is caring for patients right now?’
The hospital said the fired nurses violated 'established hospital policies and standards.'
2 areas of Casco Bay temporarily closed to shellfish harvesting as algae bloom spreads
Maquiot Bay in Brunswick and Middle Bay will be closed starting Saturday. A phytoplankton species that can harm marine life is now being detected from New Hampshire to Penobscot Bay.
Mère bakery-cafe to open in Cumberland this month
The venue comes from acclaimed pastry chef Georgia Macon, formerly of Twelve.
Scarborough campground sold to out-of-state buyer
The family-owned campground in Scarborough and Gorham sold for $6 million.
New Balance gets military contract for athletic shoes made in Skowhegan
The contract is worth up to $59 million over the next 3 years.
What L.L.Bean’s $50 million makeover means to Freeport
'Freeport will always be L.L.Bean’s home. That's never going to change,' said the company's CEO.
As gas prices surge, consumers find ways to keep spending
Regular gas is nearing $4.50 a gallon and diesel sets a new record in AAA's weekly report.
Portland Pie Company to close Westbrook location
The 20-year-old downtown pizzeria's lease is coming to an end.
New daytime restaurant and market opens in downtown Saco
Downtown Market by Swell is in the space formerly occupied by longtime sandwich and wine shop Vic & Whit's.
Want to try a camel burger? Restaurant at Poland Spring Resort to stay open all year, with some unusual offerings
Last year, Mel's Hilltop Restaurant offered winter dining for the first time in 5 decades. The experiment is now here to stay.
Dog park-restaurant Woof Play Eat closes in Portland
A similar concept, The Barkery Dog Bar, closed in South Portland in June.