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Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Maine had more Airbnb summer guests, with hosts earning almost $56 million
Nearly 300,000 guests used the online service to rent rooms, apartments and homes in Maine from Memorial Day to Labor Day – almost double the number from 2 years ago.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Maine Cannabis Report, News
Maine’s Route 1: Lobster shacks, blueberry stands – and cannabis
More than 20 medical marijuana shops dot the roadway, tempting tourists to stop and peruse their wares.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Midcoast awaits delayed Downeaster service as track testing rolls on
The rail authority now hopes to complete testing for a seasonal run to Rockland by Memorial Day next year.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News, Uncategorized
Cruise ship spending lower than first reported
A new study estimates each passenger spends under $62 in Maine, down from previous reports that estimated per passenger spending at $110.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Cruise passengers like Maine and spend about $70 each, new survey shows
The first-time, state-funded survey took the pulse of Maine’s growing number of cruise passengers.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News, Sports
Boston investment firm still pursuing purchase of Saddleback ski area
But the Arctaris Impact Fund says the $10 million in federal tax incentives it is eligible for doesn’t figure in those negotiations.
Posted inFood & Dining, Vegan Kitchen
Looking for some R&R (&V)? These 3 Maine lodging spots offer vegan food
Whether your style is a working farm or yoga retreat, there’s something here for you.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Summer labor crunch hits Maine businesses hard
Many restaurants, hotels and tourist attractions are going short-staffed this season, and the lack of qualified employees is reverberating in other sectors.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News, Outdoors
Labor shortage forces Maine Huts and Trails to close 2 of its 4 lodges for the season
The nonprofit says it doesn’t have enough workers to run the entire operation and complete the maintenance and improvements it needs on its trails and backwoods retreats.