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Does eating out cost an average of $28 in Maine? | Fact brief
Nationwide, the cost of ‘food away from home’ rose by 3.6% between April 2025 and April 2026, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Here are some homes that sold in Auburn in May
Most of the homes sold above their initial asking price.
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Books, Lines and Thinkers celebrates 30 years as Rangeley landmark
The independent bookstore has been selling literature and local art since 1996, navigating the emergence of Amazon and changes in Americans’ reading habits.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Higher fuel costs raise red flags across Maine’s economy
Ripple effects of high gas prices, soft retail sales and persistent economic uncertainty threaten to make 2026 a tough year financially for many Mainers.
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After complaints, Durham issues stop work order on gravel pit for unpermitted expansion
The town issued the order in early May and has since allowed the pit to resume some work on permitted land.
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Lewiston Save A Lot customers sad to see store go after more than 25 years
The store is losing its lease at 10 East Ave. A new Hannaford supermarket will be built nearby.
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25 best places to eat for cheap across Maine
As menu prices continue to jump, it pays to know the wallet-friendly spots.
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Towns get new survival guide as Maine predicts spike in extreme heat
The state’s guidebook provides a framework to protect the nation’s oldest population and outdoor workers from an expected sharp rise in the number of life-threatening days with a heat index of 95 degrees or more by 2050.
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Lewiston’s former Ramada Inn to become Clarion Hotel with new restaurant
Project planners say the hotel will feature a conference center, Maine Grill restaurant, pool, fitness room, grand ballroom and a business center, among other features.