Safe Yard Organics, of Dresden, uses an organic pesticide to control browntail moths and ticks, as well as other pests, like fleas and mosquitoes.

O-Cha Bar & Grill, on Main Street in Damariscotta, first opened its doors Jan. 16. Now that owner Pongsakorn “Job” Hanjitsuwan has his feet firmly planted at his new restaurant, he is making some revisions and sprucing up his restaurant, both literally and figuratively.

The new owners and veterinarians at Medomak Veterinary Services in Waldoboro are continuing the 30-year-old practice’s work with local animals and residents.

The summer tourist season on Monhegan Island has officially begun with the start of summer, and local businesses like Monhegan Kayak Rentals are preparing for an uptick in visitors.

Hammond Lumber Co. will soon close its Bristol lumberyard and store and move the Bristol employees to its Damariscotta location.

The new owners of the Squire Tarbox Inn on Westport Island have renovated the historic building inside and out and are excitedly welcoming customers for their first season in business.

Chase Farm and Bakery, of Whitefield, will have a grand opening Friday, June 29 for the new shop where baker and self-described doughnut addict Robin Chase sells her fried doughnuts, homemade pies, and other baked goods.

Hilltop Stop founders Gary and Jane Gravel have bought back the Damariscotta store they established in 2011 and plan changes to the dining room and menu, as well as an expansion of the gas station.

A “whimsical” new addition opened at 77 Main St. in Newcastle on June 9, as Amanda “A.J.” Kras established a brick-and-mortar location for her botanical and gardening store, The Beach Plum Co.

The Waldoboro Planning Board got its first look at a proposal for a farm stand and wellness store at Cider Hill Farm, near downtown Waldoboro, Wednesday, June 13.