Hannah LaClaire – Lewiston Sun Journal

Staff Writer

Hannah LaClaire is a business reporter at the Portland Press Herald, covering Maine’s housing crisis, real estate and development, entrepreneurship, the state's cannabis industry and a little bit of everything else. Before joining the Press Herald in 2021, Hannah covered the town of Brunswick for The Times Record. In her free time, she enjoys reading, running and weekends up at camp. She lives in Springvale with her husband and daughter, their dog and two tuxedo cats.

Maine, News

Could Maine’s housing market finally be cooling? Here’s what the data says

by Hannah LaClaire January 14, 2026January 15, 2026

The state recorded its highest ever median sale price in 2025, but experts say there are signs pointing to a calmer 2026.

Maine, News

Report: Affordability biggest hurdle in every corner of Maine’s housing market

by Hannah LaClaire January 9, 2026January 9, 2026

High construction costs, a disparity between wage growth and home prices, and a competitive market are all impeding the state’s efforts to soften the housing crisis.

Maine, News

State recommends major changes for Maine’s mobile home parks

by Hannah LaClaire January 7, 2026January 7, 2026

A report from the governor’s office suggesting changes to financing, construction and oversight of manufactured housing communities could serve as a roadmap for legislators in the upcoming session.

Business, Maine, News

Maine’s cannabis industry has mixed feelings over federal drug reclassification

by Hannah LaClaire December 22, 2025December 22, 2025

Industry members are cautiously optimistic that rescheduling marijuana to a lower tier is one step closer to full legalization, but the fear of a ‘Big Pharma’ or federal takeover looms large.

Maine, News

Maine’s roller coaster home prices drop one month after record high

by Hannah LaClaire December 19, 2025December 19, 2025

The median home sold for $399,000 in November, the state’s first sub-$400,000 median since March.

Business, Maine, News

Is Maine meeting its housing production goals? The state doesn’t know yet.

by Hannah LaClaire December 10, 2025December 13, 2025

A 2023 report that identified the need for 84,000 homes by 2030 laid out specific county-by-county production goals, but officials won’t have data until the spring.