Our island store, founded by the Pinkham family in 1882, will be 140 years old next year. Now owned by Barbara and Todd Leland, the store has undergone many changes. Workmen, native Mainers, year-round summer folk, and seasonal visitors can order and be served through a window on the entrance porch or browse around inside for a variety of ready to eat foods as well as groceries, wine, and beer to take home.
Read MoreSkip has been coming to the Boothbay Region for most of his life. Upon retiring from his career as a human resources consultant, he moved here full-time.
Read MoreMemorial Day weekend saw some changes at Southport General Store – new signs outside, new furnishings inside. Owners Todd and Barbara Leland of Southport hope the changes will be seen as a nod to the past, a salute to the present, and a signal to the future: The store is here to stay, no matter what the world may throw at it.
Read MoreAmong the many advantages of small community living is the potential to shift gear and support neighbors. At Southport General Store this week, it’s business as usual, but not!
Read MoreIt’s been 15 years since Janet and Oliver Cusano rode into town and became the proud owners of Southport General Store. They first saw the store the weekend of July 4, 2004, and within two months sold their house in California, moved across the country and into the apartment upstairs, and opened for business.
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