Tariff threats and political insults could put millions of dollars for Maine’s tourism industry at risk.
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Stolen U-Haul crashes into FedEx van during high-speed police chase
The 90 mph chase through Winthrop and Monmouth on Tuesday ended with a crash that totaled two vehicles.
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For generations, Black Mainers made sure Vacationland was open to all
During the Jim Crow era, Black tourists to Maine found recreational spaces where they were welcomed, not shunned.
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Weather service warns of dangerous rip currents along Maine coast
The warning issued about rip currents on Monday said that the winter storms reshaped the surf zone and created conditions that can carry even the best swimmers away from shore.
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Three children rescued from rip currents Friday at Old Orchard Beach
No one was hurt, officials said.
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An icy plunge into the Atlantic raises money for Special Olympics
The 36th annual Lobster Dip attracted about 600 dippers and thousands of onlookers – and raised at least $190,000.
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As Old Orchard Beach wrestles with short-term rental rules, tourism and housing collide
A proposal for a moratorium on new short-term rentals is unlikely to move forward in the tourist-heavy town, but the council may still discuss whether more regulation is needed.
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Beach contamination warnings posted in southern Maine
On Thursday afternoon, 3 beaches reported elevated levels of bacteria and were flagged as contaminated.
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Rain delays the start of the summer rush for Maine’s seasonal businesses
Seafood and ice cream shacks, boat rides and baseball have all taken a hit from the unusually wet weather.
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Maine now has a state butterfly thanks to 2 inquisitive fifth graders
The Old Orchard Beach students reached out to their state representative, Lori Gramlich, who worked with them on submitting a bill naming the Pink-edged Sulphur as Maine’s official butterfly.