Dockings are expected to increase more than 30%, a trend that has city officials discussing a cruise terminal expansion and Bar Harbor also looking at changes.
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Diversified Communications acquires Australian natural products expo
The Portland-based company said the acquisition builds on its existing portfolio of such events in Europe and Asia.
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Maine expecting strong tourist season, with gas prices steady and consumers ready to spend
Travel and tourism officials say Memorial Day weekend will prime the pump for another stellar year.
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Florists in Waterville, Fairfield, Oakland experience busy May
While some say Memorial Day sales have slipped over the years, others report that people still are buying flowers to mark the holiday.
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Sen. Saviello: Five-cent deposit on ‘nips’ would reduce Maine’s roadside litter
If Gov. LePage wants to tackle drinking and driving, he should look at other options.
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Committee rejects LePage plan to merge turnpike authority with DOT
The governor’s plan would eliminate the turnpike authority and put the state’s only toll plaza in York.
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Maine home sales down almost 14 percent in April compared to previous year
The lack of homes also hurts sellers, who fear listing property without finding another one soon.
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Portland tech startup Forager receives $70K of funding from CEI
The company offers procurement software for local food producers and sellers.
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Governor’s minimum wage bill proposes slower increase and $11 cap
Business and union interests square off over the latest attempt to change the ballot measure passed in November.
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New wine bar to open in downtown Augusta
Circa 1885 will join Fashions on Water Street as two of downtown Augusta’s newest businesses.