Energy affordability — under mounting stress chiefly from rising electricity prices — will be a litmus test for most any climate policy or spending decisions.
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Water bills are shooting up in rural Maine
Years of deferred maintenance are catching up with some small utilities, forcing them to raise rates by as much as 75%.
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Small Maine ski areas beat the odds as they struggle for survival
Community ski mountains and their supporters stress the importance of keeping outdoor recreation available to all residents.
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In-store exclusives, tradition keep some Maine shoppers eager for Black Friday
But as the winter shopping season lengthens and more deals move online, some say the unofficial holiday is losing its appeal.
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On Thanksgiving, this South Portland store is a savior
With most retailers closed, the DiPietro’s Market offers hope to customers desperate for a last-minute bottle of wine or can of cranberry sauce. It’s one of the shop’s busiest days.
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Comic Shop News to move to Skowhegan, along with bookstore
The owners said they chose the downtown storefront in large part because of recent economic revitalization in the area.
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Federal government offers emergency loans to Maine small businesses hurt by drought
The announcement by the Small Business Administration came a day after the Department of Agriculture declared the monthslong dry spell a natural disaster, unlocking similar loans for farmers.
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California nonprofit can acquire Central Maine Healthcare in Lewiston, state says
Prime Healthcare Foundation has vowed to invest $150 million in the system, but state officials have conditions.
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The best ricotta in the world? It’s made in Skowhegan, Maine.
Crooked Face Creamery recently took home the Super Gold medal for its plain whole milk ricotta at the World Cheese Awards in Switzerland.
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Preparing the Thanksgiving feast begins months ahead at Wild Oats in Brunswick
Making thousands of pies, sides, cookies, breads and everything customers need for their holiday table takes lots of planning and oodles of early mornings.