The state will offer 10 luxury tent sites in parks across Maine through Tentrr, an online camping platform.
Maine business
Maine company launches renewable energy system to power remote communities
Ocean Renewable Power Co. sent tidal-generated energy to the grid in 2012. On Wednesday, the company launched its RivGen system, which harnesses electricity created by submerging special turbines in rivers.
Tara Vought answers Five Questions
The independent consultant talks about the importance of networking to build a client base.
Rosemont Market to consolidate its operations in new space on Stevens Avenue
The company, which has 6 stores in Portland and its suburbs, will do all of its baking and food production at the new location at Morrills Corner.
Maine on track to launch recreational marijuana market this year, says state’s pot czar
Residents can now grow cannabis for recreational use at home, but still have no way to legally buy or sell it.
Friendly’s shutters restaurant on Augusta’s Western Avenue
The closure in Augusta was one of nearly two dozen across the northeast; company officials cite shifting demographics and customer preferences as reasons for the closure.
Five Questions looks back
Business owners and executives have shared some valuable pieces of advice. Here are five of them.
KeyBank to close Winthrop branch, routing customers to Augusta
KeyBank official says increased use of digital and remote banking means ‘less foot traffic’ for branches.
SEC accuses Christian concert promoter in Freeport of investment fraud
The Securities and Exchange Commission says Jeffrey Wall of Freeport told investors that their money would fund New England music concerts and festivals but he used some of it to pay off debts.
Bateau Brewing headed for summertime debut in Gardiner
The craft brewery, located in the historic Dingley Block on Water Street, will expand the reach of a growing economic sector into southern Kennebec County.