The median price in October rose to $205,000, while sales increased by 8% over the same month last year.

Customs officials won’t provide required inspection services in 2018 unless Portland’s facilities are upgraded, but the city is balking at the cost of up to $7 million.

The group of 30 companies plans to help recreation entrepreneurs and promote Maine’s natural resources to attract manufacturers and new residents.

It’s the 25th consecutive month the state’s jobless rate has been under 4 percent.