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The Right Equation for Responsible Development: Spotlight on The Downs (Scarborough)

June 9, 2026

MEREDA Recognizes its 2025 Notable Project Award Recipients Each year, the Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA) recognizes some of the state’s most “noteworthy and significant” real estate projects,...

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Listen Up! The Next Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!

June 2, 2026

A Conversation with Jim Howard, President and CEO of Priority Real Estate Group and Co-Host Andrew Silsby, President and CEO of Kennebec Savings Bank. After 28 years and owning one...

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Strikes for Scholars Bowl-a-Thon Fundraiser Returns on May 7, 2026

May 5, 2026

May 7, 2026 – 5:00 – 7:00 pm Location: Bayside Bowl58 Alder Street, Portland, ME About the Event:Mark your calendar to come cheer on our bowlers on May 7, 2026! MEREDA...

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MEREDA’s Morning Menu – How changing building codes can help create affordable housing

May 5, 2026

May 21, 2026 – 8:30 – 10:00 amBuffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 amProgram: 9:00-10:00 am Location: McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center35 Bedford Street, Portland, ME About the Event:With high construction costs, every...

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The Right Equation for Responsible Development: Spotlight on The Downs (Scarborough)

June 9, 2026

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Listen Up! The Next Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!

June 2, 2026

A Conversation with Jim Howard, President and CEO of Priority Real Estate Group and Co-Host Andrew Silsby, President and CEO of Kennebec Savings Bank. After 28 years and owning one...

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Strikes for Scholars Bowl-a-Thon Fundraiser Returns on May 7, 2026

May 5, 2026

May 7, 2026 – 5:00 – 7:00 pm Location: Bayside Bowl58 Alder Street, Portland, ME About the Event:Mark your calendar to come cheer on our bowlers on May 7, 2026! MEREDA...

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MEREDA’s Morning Menu – How changing building codes can help create affordable housing

May 5, 2026

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MEREDA’s Morning Menu – Understanding Maine’s Economy: Statewide Drivers and Local Impact

May 5, 2026

June 4, 2026 – 8:30 – 10:00 amBuffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 amProgram: 9:00-10:00 am Location: McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center35 Bedford Street, Portland, ME About the Event:Join MEREDA for a data-driven...

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From Orono to Portland: 7 Development Projects Recognized for Excellence by MEREDA

May 4, 2026

The Maine Real Estate & Development Association wrapped up its annual Notable Night celebration on April 30, 2026, at Hannaford Hall in Portland, shining a spotlight on seven commercial development...

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MEREDA to Host “Notable Night” Celebrating Maine’s Most Impactful Development Projects of 2025

April 8, 2026

The Maine Real Estate & Development Association will host its annual “Notable Night” on April 30, 2026, at Hannaford Hall from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The event recognizes the commercial...

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Listen Up! The Next Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!

March 24, 2026

AI and the Future of Real Estate, A Conversation with Steve Weikal, Industry Chair of the Real Estate Transformation Lab and the MIT Center for Real Estate and Managing Partner...

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MEREDA Recognizes Four Outstanding Professionals in Awards Ceremony

March 11, 2026

PORTLAND, Maine — On February 26, 2026, the Maine Real Estate and Development Association (MEREDA) recognized four remarkable individuals for their significant and lasting contributions to real estate development in...

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MEREDA’s Morning Menu – Finding the Green for a Brownfield

March 4, 2026

March 19, 2026 – 8:30 – 10:00 amBuffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 amProgram: 9:00-10:00 am Location: McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center35 Bedford Street, Portland, ME About the Event:Hidden costs lurking below the...

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MEREDA’s Morning Menu – Housing Policy at a Crossroads: State Solutions for Statewide Challenges

March 4, 2026

April 8, 2026 – 8:30 – 10:00 amBuffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 amProgram: 9:00-10:00 am Location: McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center35 Bedford Street, Portland, ME About the Event:Join us on April 8,...

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MEREDA Forecast Conference takes deep dive into AI in Real Estate

March 3, 2026

On Thursday, February 26th, nearly 900 of Maine’s real estate and development professionals gathered at the Holiday Inn By the Bay to hear the latest in economic trends from a...

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MEREDA Heads to Bangor for Networking Social!

March 3, 2026

April 2, 2026 – 5:00 – 7:00 pm Location: Heart of Maine United Way700 Mount Hope Avenue, Bangor, ME About the Event:MEREDA is thrilled to bring its popular networking social series...

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A Notable Night… A Social Celebration of 2025’s best projects

March 3, 2026

Event Details April 30, 2026 – 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm Location: Hannaford Hall – Abromson Community Education Center88 Bedford Street, Portland, ME Each year, MEREDA identifies and recognizes the most...

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Listen Up! The Next Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!

January 29, 2026

A WIN for Middle Housing with Elizabeth Frazier, Partner at Pierce Atwood; Jason Howe, Equity Partner at Preti Flaherty and Chair of the firm’s Real Estate and Finance Group; and...

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MEREDA Announces Keynote Speaker and New Interactive Afternoon Format for 2026 Forecast Conference

January 20, 2026

With the growing importance of AI in all aspects of business, the Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA) is pleased to announce that Steve Weikal, a nationally recognized thought...

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MEREDA’s Morning Menu – Say Yes! To Housing

December 12, 2025

January 14, 2026 – 8:30 – 10:00 amBuffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 amProgram: 9:00-10:00 am Location: McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center35 Bedford Street, Portland, ME About the Event:A Statewide Coalition Ready to...

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Maine Business Leaders Create Coalition to Tackle Housing Crisis

December 10, 2025

Maine’s most recognized business and industry leaders will work together to promote solutions, advocate for pro-housing policy, and empower all Maine people to get involved

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Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA) Announces Appointment to its Board of Directors

December 8, 2025

PORTLAND, Maine (December 4, 2025) – Sno Barry has been elected to the board of directors of the Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA), a statewide organization of commercial...

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Listen Up! The Next Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!

November 25, 2025

A Conversation with Dr. Chris Herbert of Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies and Elizabeth Frazier, Partner at Pierce Atwood Maine is in the midst of a housing affordability crisis,...

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The Right Equation for Responsible Development: Spotlight on The Downs (Scarborough)

Listen Up! The Next Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!

Strikes for Scholars Bowl-a-Thon Fundraiser Returns on May 7, 2026

MEREDA’s Morning Menu – How changing building codes can help create affordable housing

MEREDA’s Morning Menu – Understanding Maine’s Economy: Statewide Drivers and Local Impact

From Orono to Portland: 7 Development Projects Recognized for Excellence by MEREDA

MEREDA to Host “Notable Night” Celebrating Maine’s Most Impactful Development Projects of 2025

Listen Up! The Next Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!

MEREDA Recognizes Four Outstanding Professionals in Awards Ceremony

MEREDA’s Morning Menu – Finding the Green for a Brownfield

MEREDA’s Morning Menu – Housing Policy at a Crossroads: State Solutions for Statewide Challenges

MEREDA Forecast Conference takes deep dive into AI in Real Estate

MEREDA Heads to Bangor for Networking Social!

A Notable Night… A Social Celebration of 2025’s best projects

Listen Up! The Next Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!

MEREDA Announces Keynote Speaker and New Interactive Afternoon Format for 2026 Forecast Conference

MEREDA’s Morning Menu – Say Yes! To Housing

Maine Business Leaders Create Coalition to Tackle Housing Crisis

Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA) Announces Appointment to its Board of Directors

Listen Up! The Next Episode of the “MEREDA Matters” Podcast is Now Available!