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Ogunquit family battling to keep tin rooster sculptures on display
The LaBlanc family has been displaying the large tin roosters in front of their home to support their daughter. Ogunquit officials are fining them hundreds because of a code violation.
State bars unreliable wedding caterer, but repayment unlikely
More than a dozen people testified that Bethany Gregory collected a total of more than $145,000 to work their events, then failed to follow through.
Portland chef collecting donations for Venezualan earthquake relief
Ilma Lopez is shipping more than 30 boxes of supplies on Tuesday.
The Velvet Dog bar and restaurant launches on Preble Street
The menu at the 'elevated dive' aims to be as affordable as possible.
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Solid majority of Mainers disapprove of Trump on cost of living
A Times/Press Herald/Siena poll finds most Maine voters say they think Trump has handled the economy, affordability, tariffs and gas prices poorly.
Maine’s roadside farm stands now have their own map
A Brunswick hobby farmer started soliciting listings for his Farmstands Guide in the spring.
This honor-system farm store in Cumberland couldn’t work just anywhere | Column
At all times of day and night, customers can shop for grass-fed beef, eggs and snacks — and they'd like to keep it that way.
Caesars, 3 Wabanaki Nations extend partnership to iGaming
Internet table games may become available to Maine residents by the end of 2026.
Immigrant-led residential care businesses in Maine launch new coalition
The group consists of 30 agencies who provide Medicaid services to Mainers with intellectual disabilities and autism.
Maine gas prices drop back below $4 with Iran talks ongoing
Regular gas peaked near $4.50 per gallon, and diesel prices still sit well above $5 per gallon.
New bubble tea shop opening in South Portland
Gong cha launches in the Running Hill Road shopping plaza.
Café Luna moving to The Downs in Scarborough
The popular restaurant will move from its original location next spring.
CMP rate hike hearing draws protesters, fierce testimony to Lewiston
Advocates and frustrated Central Maine Power Co. ratepayers rallied outside Tuesday's hearing — the last opportunity for public comment to influence a final decision — to urge state officials to deny CMP's request for an average $18 monthly bill increase.
Kennebunkport’s Cape Porpoise Pier renovation completed
The project, which started in 2024, aims to breathe new life into the town's only commercial fishing pier.
Mainers, biscuits and Bakewell Cream are a match made in Bangor
The leavener, probably developed in the 1940s, works magic, according to old-time Mainers.
The Barkery dog park and restaurant closes in South Portland
The venue had launched in February.
Women’s sports bar to take over Noble BBQ location in Portland
The Sports Bra Maine is a franchise of an Oregon-based chain that's dedicated to showing women's games.
Portland Hearts of Pine move into larger shop in Bayside
Full of heart-coated designs, the new retail space speaks to the growing enthusaism for Maine's professional soccer team.
Modular construction, big or small, fills a hole in Maine’s housing market
When available homes don't quite fit the bill, prefab housing can help.
