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Coastal Rivers offers guided hike at Salt Bay Farm

Naturalist Sarah Gladu will lead a guided hike at Salt Bay Farm in Damariscotta on Nov. 17. Courtesy of Coastal Rivers. Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust invites community members of all ages to celebrate National Take a Hike Day with a free guided walk at Salt Bay Farm Preserve in Damariscotta on Nov. 17 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Damariscotta, ME · 1d
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AQUACULTURE LEASE APPLICATION COMMENT PERIOD

The DMR has received a completed lease renewal application for the following:. Name of Applicant: Pemaquid Oyster Company, Inc. Culture Type: Bottom Culture (No gear) Waterbody, Town: Damariscotta River, Damariscotta & Newcastle. Lease Size and Term: 18.13 Acres, 20 Years. Comment Submission Deadline: No later than 4:00 p.m. on December...

Damariscotta, ME · 1d

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Maine, Virginia fishermen unite against further menhaden quota cuts

Commercial fishermen from Maine and Virginia are calling on fisheries managers to maintain the Atlantic menhaden quota for 2027, arguing that additional reductions could threaten fishing families and coastal communities that depend on the species. In a new video produced by the New England Fishermen's Stewardship Association (NEFSA), Maine fishermen...

Virginia · 19h
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Financial help available for most CoverME.gov plan enrollees

A KFF analysis of 276 insurers participating in the Affordable Care Act Marketplace from 50 states and the District of Columbia showed a median proposed premium increase of 15% for 2027. It is the second consecutive year of double-digit premium hikes. (Adobe Stock) Listen to this story HERE. Nov 2,...

Maine · 14h
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Pandemic Moves to the Countryside Strained Housing in Rural Northeast Towns

When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, many city residents headed for small towns and the countryside. Little is known about what this shift meant for the American communities that took in the newcomers. Fresh arrivals can bring new energy, but a rapid influx can also strain housing and services in places with limited resources. The question matters beyond the pandemic: as climate change worsens, more people are expected to relocate to escape floods, heat and other hazards, and the northeastern United States is seen as a likely destination.

New Hampshire · 2d

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Penobscot County Budget Committee approves proposal that would raise property taxes nearly 24%

The Penobscot County Budget Committee spent several hours Wednesday night scrutinizing every department before authorizing a proposed budget that would increase property taxes by nearly 24%. The overall proposed budget is nearly $42 million, which is about $6 million more than the current budget. But the amount of that budget...

Penobscot County, ME · 1d

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Maine heating oil still averages more than $6 per gallon

MAINE (WABI) - Heating oil in Maine is averaging more than $6 per gallon, according to the Maine Department of Energy Resources. The statewide average was $6.01 per gallon as of Monday, down 4 cents from last week’s record high, the department said. Kerosene averaged $7.01 per gallon, while...

Maine · 20h

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J. Edward Knight Insurance announces acquisition

From left, Katie Chilles, owner, J. Edward Knight Insurance; Mike Giles, owner, Atlantic Insurance & Benefits; Robert Wheeler, owner, J. Edward Knight Insurance. Courtesy photo. J. Edward Knight Insurance, a trusted independent insurance agency serving communities across Maine, is proud to announce that it has reached an agreement to purchase...

Maine · 18h

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Everyone Shops At Hannaford, But This Maine Produce Market Sells Fresh Fruits And Vegetables At Bargain Prices

More than 80 Maine farms and local producers stock the shelves at one busy farmstand. That means your grocery run could include wild blueberries, local honey, cider, and fresh eggs in one easy stop. The doors open at 6 in the morning, seven days a week. Even better, the place...

Auburn, ME · 5d

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Maine family-owned businesses will take center stage at awards show

Maine companies will vie for recognition across seven categories at the Institute for Family-Owned Business awards later this month. The 26 finalists include tech companies, real estate brokers, builders, a brewer and a distillery, and several cafes and markets. (See the full list below.) An independent judging panel will decide...

Portland, ME · 4d

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UMaine offers retirement incentives to faculty to help reduce budget shortfall

ORONO, Maine (WABI) - The University of Maine is offering voluntary retirement incentives to eligible faculty members to help close a projected $19 million budget shortfall for Fiscal Year 2028. This week, UMaine notified 158 faculty members at the university’s flagship and Machias campuses that they are eligible for a...

Orono, ME · 1d

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Maine Businesses and Organizations are Celebrated for Impact on State of Maine

The Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) held its premier event, Showcase Maine 2026, on November 2 at the Holiday Inn By the Bay in Portland. The event brings together leaders from across the state’s business, education and lending communities to celebrate partnership, innovation and achievement. More than 250 people...

Maine · 1d

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After funding cuts, Waterville genetics lab teams up with Canadian firm

GenoTyping Center of America, a genetic testing firm in Waterville, formed a partnership with Toronto-based data platform to expand the reach of both companies. The partnership is with SoftMouse.NET, a cloud-based animal data platform. “Researchers have long managed colony records and genotyping results in separate systems and workflows,” said Michael...

Waterville, ME · 1d

Bangor Daily News

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Inside one man’s plan to bring a vacant Bangor house back to life

The two-bedroom house is one of more than 70 placarded properties across Bangor, meaning the city has deemed it unfit for habitation.

Bangor, ME · 4d

Bangor Daily News

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The Bangor Mall has been condemned

The condemnation comes as the mall owner owes more than $2 million to the city, and a potential sale appears poised to fall through.

Bangor, ME · 4d

Bangor Daily News

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Penobscot County budget with 23% hike advances without cuts

The budget still needs to be approved by the Penobscot County Commissioners later this month.

Penobscot County, ME · 2d

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This Old Maine Creamery Hides Two Floors Of Antique Treasures You Could Browse For Hours

An old ice cream plant now holds more than 6,000 square feet of antiques. That alone made me grin. Swapping sundaes for Pyrex and fishing lures feels like a very Maine kind of plot twist. The surprise keeps going once you’re inside. A whole lower level waits below the main...

Ellsworth, ME · 5d

Bangor Daily News

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Spinnaker Trust named among 2026 Best Places to Work in Maine

Recognized for the ninth consecutive year as one of Maine’s top small employers PORTLAND – Spinnaker Trust has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Maine among small employers, a designation recognizing outstanding workplaces that benefit the state’s economy, workforce and businesses. This achievement marks the ninth consecutive year that Spinnaker Trust […]

Maine · 2d

The Maine Monitor

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Animal rights group petitions Maine agency to adopt rules for salmon farms

An animal rights group has petitioned the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry to establish new rules improving the welfare of farmed salmon in aquaculture operations.

Maine · 2d

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A roundup of Maine commercial real estate leases for November 2026

Every week in the Thursday Real Estate Insider, Mainebiz compiles a list of commercial real estate leases. (The Tuesday Real Estate Insider publishes commercial sales.) These are the leases published for November 2026. The listings are updated weekly. The information is provided by brokerages and does not include privately managed...

Maine · 2d