Maine 24/7 dining fades: A new look at Maine’s late-night restaurant scene finds that the state’s once-common all-night options have largely disappeared since places like Dysart’s stopped around-the-clock service in 2019, squeezed by demographics and changing work patterns. Midcoast mill tragedy: Robbins Lumber co-owner Alden J. Robbins has died from injuries suffered in the May 15 Searsmont explosion and fire, bringing fatalities to three; the investigation remains ongoing. Heat strains the grid: A searing heat dome pushed power demand on the nation’s largest grid to a record, forcing disruptions even to Independence Day events. Cape Elizabeth luxury listing: Sinclair Broadcast executive chairman David D. Smith’s Cape Elizabeth mansion is listed for $16.5 million, highlighting high-end real estate demand in Maine. Accessibility tech in Bangor: Bangor is partnering with Daxbot to deploy sidewalk-measuring robots to assess curbs, ramps and hills for infrastructure improvements. Egg-price probe fallout: The DOJ and state AGs’ egg price-fixing settlement continues to ripple, including major payments and food donations. Local business spotlight: Hannaford recognized a Gorham-area employee for 40 years of service, underscoring how community ties still drive Maine retail.