Piscatrix Seafood Co., a woman-owned market that opened in March, features fresh seafood and prepared meals.
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How Westbrook Housing landed the nation’s former federal HUD chief
Portland native John Concannon returns to his roots, taking the reins at Westbrook Housing after serving as director of Housing and Urban Development under three presidents.
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Portland printmaker Ana Inciardi’s viral machines let you own art for just $1
Inciardi, known for her $1 mini print vending machines all over the country, has a new collaboration with renowned children’s illustrator Richard Scarry.
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Portland condo complex of ‘new age starter homes’ gets green light from city
The 156-unit development is thought to be Maine’s first large-scale project to take advantage of a landmark law that increases density by allowing accessory dwelling units on single-family lots.
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Lewiston narrowly votes down request to divest from weapons manufacturers
Councilor Josh Nagine, who brought the proposal forward, argued Lewiston shouldn’t be profiting off companies that produce ‘collateral damage’ locally and abroad.
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Hammond Lumber Company to buy Waterville-based Ware-Butler, expanding its footprint
Hammond Lumber, based in Belgrade, will add 12 locations in Maine and New Hampshire and consolidate three other stores.
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How will Trump’s tax breaks on tips affect Maine workers?
Experts weigh in on how this provision of President Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ will work.
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Maine honors fishermen who died at sea. But 2 are excluded from a beloved town memorial.
Four names were added to the Lost Fishermen’s Memorial in Lubec, but the community is in upheaval over a decision not to include Chester and Aaron Barrett because of what some consider an arbitrary and unfair policy.
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A veterans organization’s Portland home is on the market. But will it actually be sold?
The AmVets Post 25 building on Washington Avenue is listed for $1.3 million, but a member says it won’t be sold unless the veterans group can find a new space first.
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CMP’s 5-year plan to add workers, lower storm costs carries big price tag
The company is asking state regulators for permission to increase revenue by more than $400 million between 2026 and 2031.