A restaurant has to close, but gas stations sell food, liquor and coffee, and discounted Easter candy is a big draw at big-box stores.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Federal loan program a Catch-22 for some Maine small businesses
As $1.5 billion in economic relief flows into the state, some small employers say restrictions and deadlines will prevent the program from saving jobs as intended.
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Posted inBusiness, Food, Local & State
The Wrap: Where to get take-out Easter dinner
Also, Congdon’s Doughnuts closes for the pandemic and Scattoloni Bakery closes for good.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: New loan program will give Maine hospitality workers, employers relief during crisis
Sen. Collins’ innovative approach won’t keep all hotels and restaurants alive, but it will provide them breathing room.
Posted inBusiness, Food, News
Restaurants double down on safety as coronavirus arrives in Maine
As concern over the virus grows, restaurants work to alleviate customers’ fears and to prepare themselves for what may come.
Posted inBusiness, Food
The Wrap: Five Fifty-Five is closing, bartenders taste victory and Hawaiian shave ice coming soon
Plus New York Times food editor Sam Sifton talks about food – what else? – at Maine Voices Live.
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Portland restaurant Five Fifty-Five closing after 17 years
The owners of one of the city’s best-known restaurants have announced they’re closing in April.
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The Wrap: Restaurant openings and an update on Bob’s
And if you like to bake, make like Paul Hollywood and help choose Maine’s Best Baker.
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Bob’s Clam Hut in Portland closes
The restaurant opened in July 2018 on the corner of Washington and Cumberland avenues.
Posted inDo This, Food
Try Dos Naciones for a Mexican or El Salvadoran meal
You’ll find good food and a warm atmosphere at this new Congress Street restaurant.