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Thursday, November 19
Art Afloat 2026Thank you for a wonderful year! Together, we’ve raised over $2,000 for the Youth Philanthropy Project, and we couldn’t have done it without the incredible support of our artists, sponsors, businesses, and community.
We can’t wait to see what community projects the Freeport High School students tackle with the funds raised! Thank you for being part of Art Afloat and helping make it such a success! 2025 Chamber Choice Awards WinnersThe Greater Freeport Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Chamber Choice Awards! These awards celebrate the businesses and individuals who go above and beyond to make Freeport a thriving and welcoming community.
Congratulations to all the winners and nominees! Your dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence help make Freeport a stronger and more vibrant place. Thank you to everyone who participated in the nominations and voting process. We are grateful for the businesses, organizations, and individuals who continue to make a difference in our community. #BetterAndStrongerTogether Our 2025 Community Impact Award Winners! |
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Tawni Whitney and other members of the Freeport Economic Development Corporation pictured taking a train ride through the Desert of Maine. (Courtesy of Tawni Whitney)
Tawni Whitney was drawn to the charm of Freeport’s downtown when she moved to town 14 years ago. Her connection to the community deepened when she served a stint on the Town Council. Now, through her current role as the executive director of the Greater Freeport Chamber of Commerce, she works with business leaders to envision the future of downtown..... 
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L.L.Bean Opens Rebooted Flagship, Moving the Brand Forward Into the Next CenturyA look at L.L.Bean's refreshed flagship store in Freeport and the company's plans for its next century. By Pam Danziger | Forbes | September 18, 2026 
Freeport Greenlights Depot Street Condo DevelopmentConstruction on the new downtown condo project is expected to begin this spring. Read Full ArticleDozens of businesses take part in the Freeport Chocolate Festival
Wilbur's of Maine let attendees make their own D.I.Y. chocolate medallions with the option of adding several different toppings. FREEPORT, Maine --The Freeport Chamber of Commerce hosted the fourth annual Freeport Chocolate Festival. Businesses that opted in offered tasty treats and deals on their products. One of the headliners for the event was Wilbur's of Maine. Attendees got to make their own DIY chocolate medallions with the option of adding several different toppings. AdvertisementJacob Murphy got to see how the chocolate is made and decorate a medallion for himself. “We had a business last year that participated in the chocolate Festival, and they said that it was their best day in March in ten years," said Tawni Whitney, the executive director at Freeport Chamber of Commerce. "We represent what is iconic about Maine, from the pine trees to the lobstering to our adorable downtown.” Some businesses aren't candy-focused. The Freeport Oyster Bar took part with drink specials and kelp fudge. The fudge is made by Kathe Welle from What The Actual Fudge located in the Maine Mall. She says it's an unusual pairing that works well. “We live in a place where we don't even understand that we can taste the sea in the air. So the sea should be very familiar to us, and kelp tastes just like the sea. So you bring that flavor into something sweet and it's a good mix,” Welle said. PTC Tech Comes to the Downeaster
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