As cocoa prices rise, Maine chocolatiers try to find the sweet spot

Supply problems in West Africa, the commodities market and uncertain tariffs have forced local chocolate makers to find creative solutions to doing business.

Icicle glassblowing, craft making highlight Waterville event

Kids and adults at the 7th annual Joy to the Ville in Waterville watched icicle glassblowing, made crafts, met Santa and watched a 'The Nutcracker' performance.

River of Trees, Santa Claus to kick off holiday festivities in Augusta

The annual holiday tree lighting and fireworks display are also set for Saturday, as the 12 Days of Augusta celebration gets underway.

Maine-ly Harmony plans Christmas concert in Gardiner

From burlesque to ballet, Maine has established many of its own holiday arts traditions

Several of Maine's unique annual holiday shows, like 'Magic of Christmas' and 'Victorian Nutcracker,' have lasted 20 years or more.

Organizers set plans for Waterville parade, opening of Kringleville

The Parade of Lights and opening of Kringleville in Waterville are expected to draw thousands of people to the downtown Nov. 30.

Midcoast Maine craftsmen get swept up by tools for choring

Wiscasset small business owners suggest holiday gifts for loved ones — from sustainable kitchen towels to handcrafted wooden brooms.

Waterville, synagogue, arts group organize events for Sukkot holiday

The city plans to build a sukkah, or hut, at Castonguay Square on Tuesday that the public is invited to visit and use.

Maine businesses recognize Indigenous Peoples Day in different ways

Five years after the state changed the October holiday from Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples Day, some businesses are giving workers the day off while others are trying to foster greater cultural awareness.

Eid al-Fitr celebration breaks Ramadan fasting in a big way

University of Maine at Augusta hosts Muslim holiday marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.