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A practical, local guide to understanding veganism during the holidays, with simple hosting tips and Maine-based gift and food ideas that help everyone feel included.

Dozens of vendors converge downtown Winthrop to sell their wares, drawing thousands of customers and a sense of community.

The variety of styles and designs make it easy to find a personal, reasonably priced gift.

Hopes are high after the U.S. and Europe agreed over the summer to extend a trade deal that keeps Maine companies on equal footing with their Canadian rivals.

Nearly 30% of the power generated by five selected projects — including two within the state — would benefit Maine.

Business leaders say restrictions imposed by the Trump administration will make it nearly impossible for some companies to stay fully staffed, especially in Maine's seasonal, food production and agricultural sectors.

The Town Council weighed how to rework Gray's ordinances to comply with LD 1829, which goes into effect July 1.

The Salad Bar Martini was included among the publication's 11 top drinks nationwide.

The restaurant features the cozy style of Sichuan communal cooking.

The 'modern-day convenience store' also has a location in Westbrook.

Some workers at Stop & Shop and Giant stores, which are owned by Hannaford parent company Ahold Delhaize, are unionized in other parts of New England.

Most lots are near or at capacity, but you can plan ahead.

One councilor said the data center proposal for Bates Mill No. 3 yielded 'by far' the most public feedback he's received on a single issue.

Findings from a University of Maine survey on marine debris and food packaging waste led to the launch of a ReuseME pilot program.

Starting next fall, funding will be increased nearly 50%, and thousands more residents are likely to benefit.

The company is trying to reach an agreement with lenders before the end of January.

The Rumford ski area has hired a new snow sports school director and made improvements throughout the facility.

Sagamore Hill, in Portland's Arts District, is closing after 8 years.

It's an easy assignment, given the state's stellar artisan cured meats, prizewinning cheeses, vegan and gluten-free snacks, sweet-tangy accoutrements and the stylish boards themselves.

Not just a service for the wealthy, home decorators can reduce stress, enhance your holiday look.