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Maine Voices: Amazon-Whole Foods deal helps to make the case for co-ops
It remains unclear the extent to which Whole Foods will change with the Amazon buyout.
Arundel farm soon to roll out its vegan, organic, local-food meal kits
BEEP Box testers report ease of cooking, a variety of interesting recipes, and foods that you would never have thought of on your own.
August Avantaggio brings local meats to downtown Damariscotta
Riverside Butcher Co. is his answer to a Maine food dilemma (and to heritage).
Commentary: In era of internet-connected toys, cuddly teddy bear could be spying
A cybersecurity expert warns a malicious person could figured out how to communicate with the kids.
Commentary: Don’t let politics invade your closet or your refrigerator
We seem headed toward an economy of red brands and blue brands with no common ground.
Small neighborhood groceries in Portland offer local fare, gourmet specialties
These stores give customers a speedy alternative to the supermarket where they can get locally sourced, organic food – and stay for friendly conversation.
Fundraiser nets $8,000 for Milestone Foundation’s effort to fight addiction, homelessness
Nearly four dozen Portland retailers donated a portion of their sales on Nov. 26 for Shop for a Cause Day.
Alan Caron: Holding on to the spirit of Christmas
The spectacle of consumerism detracts from the meaning of the holiday.