Hundreds of Maine companies, large and small, share billions of defense dollars each year that flow through communities across the state.
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7 defense contractors in Maine you probably don’t know about
They include a healthcare provider, a handgun holster maker and a company owned by the Penobscot Nation.
Where did Maine’s 24/7 restaurants go?
Maine used to be home to several round-the-clock dining options. Now, the only restaurants offering a hot meal in the wee hours are 4 Burger King locations.
What’s causing unsafe bacteria levels at Maine beaches?
Recent swim advisories highlight how old infrastructure and heavy summer downpours combine to trap bacteria along the coast.
Pair of Brunswick breweries get new homes
Black Pug Brewing plans on opening this summer at the former site of Moderation Brewing on Maine Street.
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.
Skowhegan River Park breaks ground: ‘Big things can happen in small towns’
Work has started on one piece of a riverfront boardwalk, the first piece of a larger project that has been discussed for decades.
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Maine’s roadside farm stands now have their own map
A Brunswick hobby farmer started soliciting listings for his Farmstands Guide in the spring.