Some retailers have put goods on clearance racks and shelves before the holiday to lure bargain hunters.
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BoomerTECH Adventures: Last-minute tips for local, online holiday shopping
If you’re racing around and running out of time to complete your holiday shopping, you’re in good company. Believe it or not, shopping online can save you time, fuel, stress and even some money. With planning, you can even support local businesses as you wrap up your list. But first, here are a couple reminders […]
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Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association to host pop-up shop in Brunswick
Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association, a nonprofit focused on rebuilding the fisheries of the Gulf of Maine and sustaining Maine’s fishing communities for future generations, is hosting a holiday pop-up shop from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16, at its office at 93 Pleasant St. in Brunswick, featuring a number of products made in […]
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Climate protesters join Black Friday crowd in downtown Freeport
Bill Rixon and Third Act Maine continue their demonstration outside L.L. Bean, opposing the Maine outdoors brand’s partnership with Citibank.
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Is the U.S. headed for a recession? Look at what richer Americans do on Black Friday
A hit to the brands, retailers and malls that cater to those in a higher tax bracket foreshadows potential weakness ahead for the U.S. economy.
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Consumers tighten spending habits ahead of holiday shopping season
Major retailers say their customers over the last three months have pulled back from high-ticket purchases, focused on essentials, and held out for deals.
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Bowdoinham farm to host new holiday market in collaboration with local artisan
Dandelion Spring Farm in Bowdoinham is hosting a holiday market including local artisans, live music and children’s activities at its new, timber-framed community space from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 25. After a decade of working together, Hilary Crowell of The Cultivated Thread and Beth Schiller of Dandelion Spring Farm are expanding their […]
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From the Chamber: Start with a step — 5 ways to ease back in
Maine is a well-connected state, and you don’t need to live near Lewiston, Lisbon or Bowdoin to be affected by this tragedy, but we do, and that makes it all the more impactful on our mindsets, our piece of mind and our aching hearts. This will not go away soon, nor should it, as we […]
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Freeport retailers report busy holiday season despite record inflation
A struggling economy hasn’t deterred Midcoast shoppers from stores this holiday season but has encouraged them to buy locally.
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Local business owners report strong start to holiday shopping season
Though analysts warned inflation could slow retail businesses this winter, Midcoast stores report a strong start to the season.