James Patrick

Press Herald

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Published
July 3, 2017

Four Maine brewers fight EPA plan to repeal clean water regulation

To protect an ingredient vital to their product, they oppose having the agency oversee fewer waterways under a Trump administration proposal to restrict the government’s powers.
Published
June 22, 2017

With America conquered, Tom Brady tackles Japan’s national sport

The Patriots quarterback (briefly) tests his skills at sumo wrestling while in Japan on a promotional tour.
Published
May 21, 2017

Bangor brewery banks on opportunity

Geaghan Bros. pushes into top 10 with Bangor area’s support.
Published
May 21, 2017

How Sebago succeeds: ‘Our beers have evolved’

Old and new brews contribute to its sales surge.
Published
May 21, 2017

Baxter hones its ambition as a ‘go-to beer’

But challenges present themselves ‘the farther you get from your home base.’
Published
May 21, 2017

Who sits atop Maine’s beer scene? It’s pretty fluid

Seismic shifts within the industry, generated by growing competition and evolving tastes, are hurting some of the state’s original craft brewers.
Published
May 16, 2017

Shipyard files trademark lawsuit against Missouri brewery over ‘Shiphead’ beer

The Portland-based brewery takes issue with the name of the beer and Logboat Brewing’s labeling and packaging.
Published
March 29, 2017

Stiff competition among Maine’s craft brewers leaves some with no place at the bar

A regional beer summit at USM will address issues that the maturing industry faces, such as the economics of competition.
Published
March 10, 2017

New owner sees better times ahead for Geary’s Brewing

Despite a social media backlash and a probable loss this year, Alan Lapoint looks forward to reviving Maine’s first craft brewery.
Published
February 28, 2017

Monument Square farmers market ends in November – but not for Dick Piper

The farmer from Buckfield shows up throughout the winter, mostly because he enjoys the socializing.