As costs soar, some restaurants tack on fees instead of increasing menu prices

Aiming for transparency, the industry acknowledges it's more expensive, either way. But which charge is easier for the dining public to swallow?

Maine Revenue Services rolls out latest online tax system services

New portal replaces most current online services for business taxpayers; complete rollout dates announced.

State mistakenly doubled property-tax relief checks to some Mainers

The Maine treasurer's office has mailed nearly 310,000 property tax refund checks since Jan. 6, and it's counting on honest homeowners to return any duplicates.

Scarborough homeowners balk at first townwide revaluation in 14 years

Hundreds of Scarborough residents are reeling after the first comprehensive property revaluation since 2005 results in big increases.

State valuations rise for all local communities

Leading the way was Orono, with a valuation of $470.9 million - about $14 million more than last year, mainly because of large-scale student housing projects that were built.

Hey, Maine: Tuesday = Tax Day

Jay man accused of terrorizing representatives of Maine Revenue Services

In honor of Tax Day, a glimpse into the Life of a Maine Tax Return

Audits cite serious problems in the state’s day-to-day operations