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What Maine’s back-to-school sales tell us about holiday spending

by Daniel Kool October 22, 2025October 22, 2025

New state data shows people were willing to spend a little more money this fall, but some shoppers still plan on cutting costs for the holidays.

Business, Local & State, News

Canadian tourists, trucks still roll through Jackman amid slump in Maine border crossings

by Jake Freudberg October 22, 2025October 22, 2025

Locals say they have not felt a major drop in traffic in the town, despite data showing a significant decrease in Canadian travelers crossing into Maine this year.

Business, Food, Leslie Bridgers, Local & State, News

New Portland restaurants are leaning into nostalgia | Column

by Leslie Bridgers October 22, 2025October 24, 2025

Familiar food and a timeless look are trending.

Arts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Local & State

These Mainers are collecting and sharing stories about incarceration

by Megan Gray October 22, 2025October 31, 2025

The Freedom & Captivity project will tour the state in November to spread the word about a unique digital archive.

Local & State, News

Coast Guard will not remove buoys from Maine waters after pushback

by Drew Johnson October 21, 2025October 22, 2025

The state stood to lose nearly 150 navigational aids as part of a regional Coast Guard plan to modernize in the era of GPS.

Local & State, News

Portland councilors weigh future of moratorium that halted Live Nation project

by Grace Benninghoff October 21, 2025October 22, 2025

Two councilors suggest resolving concerns about the plan by requiring large venues to contribute a percentage of ticket prices to support public transportation, local entertainers and independent venues.