The Toy Fund auctioned the dolls — some highly sought-after by collectors — and used the proceeds to purchase holiday presents for Maine children.
South Portland
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
In-store exclusives, tradition keep some Maine shoppers eager for Black Friday
But as the winter shopping season lengthens and more deals move online, some say the unofficial holiday is losing its appeal.
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Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine, News
Maine small business owners bracing for soaring health care premiums if ACA tax credits expire
They join self-employed workers at a roundtable Monday to discuss the potentially devastating increases with U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree, D-1st District, and Gov. Janet Mills.
Posted inMaine, News
Rain, but not much snow, on tap for Thanksgiving week in Maine
A system that’s expected to bring a few inches of snow to the Midwest could cause flight delays, and Portland jetport officials remind Mainers to plan ahead in anticipation of the busy travel period.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
MaineHousing announces more than 300 affordable apartments for older adults, families
The agency has now financed more than 1,000 units in the last 12 months.
Posted inFood, Maine
Here’s a few places in Maine where you can dine out for Thanksgiving
Several places are serving turkey and plenty of other options on Thanksgiving Day.
Posted inBusiness, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine
What to know about Green Wednesday’s preholiday bump for Maine cannabis
Green Wednesday, the day before Thanksgiving, has become a reliable preholiday sales boost for Maine’s recreational cannabis market.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
South Portland, Mt. Ararat girls start title defenses in changing landscape
Offseason realignment shook up Class A girls basketball, and the Red Riots and Eagles will pursue championship repeats against stacked fields.
Posted inFood
This Maine cook asks: Sure, you could make naan at home. But should you?
Food editor Peggy Grodinsky attempts to make the buttery Indian flatbread, an item on her 2025 culinary bucket list.
Posted inMaine, News
United 4 Child Care partnership aims to address crisis of access, affordability
In a public-private collaboration led by the United Way, new facilities in South Portland and Freeport will add 200 spots to Southern Maine’s strained child care industry by early 2026.