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Portland studio launches the ‘Netflix of Maine,’ a streaming platform for and about the state

by Ray Routhier February 2, 2025February 3, 2025

StreamState will feature films, shows and workshops about Maine or by Maine producers, plus live Maine events.

Business, Life & Culture, Maine, News

We asked Mainers what businesses they want to see set up shop. Here’s what they said.

by Daniel Kool February 2, 2025February 3, 2025

The wish list includes more indoor recreation, a Cheesecake Factory and an Ikea.

Business, Maine, News

Working group recommends regulating intoxicating hemp

by Rose Lundy The Maine Monitor February 2, 2025February 2, 2025

A group of health experts and producers wants the state to create age limits for products and put a cap on the amount of THC in beverages.

News

Visitors have fun playing in the snow at Winter Fun Day at Bradbury Mountain

February 2, 2025February 3, 2025

Chris Silsbee, park manager at Bradbury Mountain State Park, said that the event travels around to different state parks every weekend.

Life & Culture, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News

Ford Model T snowmobile enthusiasts flock to Bingham

by Jake Freudberg February 2, 2025February 3, 2025

Lovers of Model T snowmobiles were showing off their antique vehicles during the Model T Ford Snowmobile Club’s 25th annual meet.

Business, Kennebec Journal, Maine, News

Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce honors 3 members

by Kennebec Journal Staff Report February 2, 2025February 3, 2025

More than 900 people turned out recently for the annual Kenney Awards to recognize the accomplishments of members of the central Maine business community.

Community

Online event set for Feb. 12 offers scholarship strategies

February 2, 2025January 30, 2025

This online-only event is offered by the University of Maine at Augusta.

Lewiston-Auburn, News

Lewiston names Waterville manager Bryan Kaenrath as new city administrator

by Andrew Rice February 2, 2025February 2, 2025

The former legislator and administrator in Saco and Waterville will start in April, roughly a year after former city administrator Heather Hunter resigned.