The number of people visiting the state was far higher than in 2020 and even surpassed pre-pandemic volumes in 2019.
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Struggling Maine restaurants push for more federal relief
Hundreds of Maine restaurants missed out on industry-specific relief funds, with only 43% of applicants receiving grants.
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Why Norway is one of Maine’s ‘best small-town downtowns’ according to Down East magazine
The town was included in a July articles.
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Maine tourism industry surges back, despite ongoing challenges of pandemic
Some businesses and destinations are on pace to set new revenue and visitor records this summer.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Pandemic brings travelers to Franklin County
Franklin County’s tourism industry saw a boost during the pandemic due to its access to nature. However, businesses that co-exist alongside tourism suffered.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine Turnpike Authority plans toll hike to offset pandemic losses
Proposed changes include a $1 increase – from $3 to $4 – for cash payers at the York toll plaza.
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Rattled by increase in airplane noise, Peaks Islanders are the latest to seek relief
‘We have more planes coming over Peaks Island now than we have at any time in our history,’ one resident says.
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Maine summer tourism relies on foreign student labor. But not this year.
Closed embassies, international travel restrictions and a backlogged visa process mean only a fraction of the usual number of students will make it to the U.S., leaving seasonal employers scrambling.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Memorial Day weekend promises return of heavy traffic to Maine roads
Travel analysts predict a huge rebound from a year ago, when strict quarantine rules and closed hotels, restaurants and campgrounds kept many would-be travelers at home.
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Maine businesses could benefit from increase in visas for foreign workers
The federal government will issue 22,000 additional H-2B visas, which help businesses in the state’s tourism and agriculture industries find seasonal help.