President Donald Trump’s tariffs could destabilize Maine’s lobster, lumber and electricity industries. Canada is Maine’s biggest trading partner. According to the Press Herald, Maine imported $4.4 billion worth of goods from our northern neighbors last year. About $2 billion were imports of fuel and electricity.
Canada, which is Maine's largest trading partner, could be particularly hard hit by a 25% universal tariff, as suggested by the president.
U.S. Border Patrol is beefing up security in Houlton to curb illegal entries from Canada. According to the U.S. Border Patrol Houlton Sector, they have seen a 250 percent increase in illegal border crossings by vehicles from 2023 to 2024.
President Trump renewed his threat to impose 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada as early as this weekend. The move could raise prices on everything from gasoline to guacamole.
Lobster industry leaders from across coastal New England and the Maritimes met in Bar Harbor for an annual two-day meeting. “Really just bridging that divide between the US lobster industry and the Canadian lobster industry and helping everyone understand that we rely on each other.
The annual conference is organized by the University of Maine’s Lobster Institute to create bilateral interaction and conversation about the lobster industry. Wednesday's discussions focused on the ocean’s changing ecosystems, industry data, and the management philosophies of both countries.
While there has been debate on how President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs would affect the state’s manufacturing economy, there are concerns of another possible outcome: increased energy costs for Mainers,
Road trip through seaside towns, enjoy stunning nature, and find hidden gems along this section of Maine's beautiful northeastern coastline.
The earthquake struck off the coast of Maine on Monday around 10:22 a.m. Thousands of people reported that they felt the ground shaking.
When it comes to ski resorts that deliver jaw-dropping views and world-class skiing, many people think of glitzy spots like Whistler Blackcomb in Canada, but guess what? Us Mainers have some bragging rights too.
When it comes to ski resorts that deliver jaw-dropping views and world-class skiing, many people think of glitzy spots like Whistler Blackcomb in Canada, but guess what? Us Mainers have some bragging rights too.
Tariffs on crude oil — or witholding it entirely — in response to Trump's threats would cause pain on both sides of the border.