Eastport’s Grocery Crisis and Tourism Boom | Portland Maine News

Eastport, Maine, is in a tight spot: its only grocery store, the IGA, has shut down, leaving residents and tourists stranded thirty miles from the nearest supermarket—just as tourism surges. Once a bustling port and sardine hub, Eastport is now poised to become a top underrated getaway, with cruise ships arriving by 2027. But without a local grocery, daily life grinds to a halt—and the tourism boom stalls. The chamber of commerce is rallying, hoping a new owner will step in, even as potential buyers like the Passamaquoddy Tribe hesitate over past losses. This isn’t just about food—it’s about whether Eastport can feed its people and its visitors while building a future that works for both. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/33ef703ac454550e