Black Friday typically ignites retail sales, but shopping is expected to be robust right through Christmas.

The owner of the Portland office tower is working to remedy the problems, including a lack of sprinkler systems or hard-wired smoke detectors on some floors.

The median price in October rose to $205,000, while sales increased by 8% over the same month last year.

Customs officials won’t provide required inspection services in 2018 unless Portland’s facilities are upgraded, but the city is balking at the cost of up to $7 million.

The group of 30 companies plans to help recreation entrepreneurs and promote Maine’s natural resources to attract manufacturers and new residents.