holiday shopping Archives - The Portland Press Herald

Is the U.S. headed for a recession? Look at what richer Americans do on Black Friday

by Leslie Patton and Laura Bejder Jensen Bloomberg November 21, 2023November 21, 2023

A hit to the brands, retailers and malls that cater to those in a higher tax bracket foreshadows potential weakness ahead for the U.S. economy.

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Consumers tighten spending habits ahead of holiday shopping season

by Tory Newmyer The Washington Post November 18, 2023November 18, 2023

Major retailers say their customers over the last three months have pulled back from high-ticket purchases, focused on essentials, and held out for deals.

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Bowdoinham farm to host new holiday market in collaboration with local artisan

by The Times Record November 16, 2023November 16, 2023

Dandelion Spring Farm in Bowdoinham is hosting a holiday market including local artisans, live music and children’s activities at its new, timber-framed community space from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 25. After a decade of working together, Hilary Crowell of The Cultivated Thread and Beth Schiller of Dandelion Spring Farm are expanding their […]

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From the Chamber: Start with a step — 5 ways to ease back in

by Cory King From the Chamber October 31, 2023October 31, 2023

Maine is a well-connected state, and you don’t need to live near Lewiston, Lisbon or Bowdoin to be affected by this tragedy, but we do, and that makes it all the more impactful on our mindsets, our piece of mind and our aching hearts. This will not go away soon, nor should it, as we […]

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Freeport retailers report busy holiday season despite record inflation

by Maria Skillings December 20, 2022December 20, 2022

A struggling economy hasn’t deterred Midcoast shoppers from stores this holiday season but has encouraged them to buy locally.

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Local business owners report strong start to holiday shopping season

by John Terhune December 2, 2022

Though analysts warned inflation could slow retail businesses this winter, Midcoast stores report a strong start to the season.

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Shop local this season at Wiscasset Holiday Marketfest

by The Times Record November 28, 2022November 28, 2022

Wiscasset Holiday Marketfest is an ideal destination for gift givers who want to shop small, local and crafty. Shoppers can peruse a collection of fine specialty shops, art and antique galleries, and artisan wares Friday through Sunday, Dec. 2-4. There will also be free events and activities for shoppers and families during Marketfest in the […]

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With online deals the new norm, Black Friday shopping slows in Maine

by Gillian Graham and Edward D. Murphy November 25, 2022November 25, 2022

Despite higher household expenses, the National Retail Federation expects this weekend to break records as more than 166 million people shop online or in stores.