Colby College has purchased several properties in downtown Port Clyde. The sale includes the site of the former general store, which was destroyed in a fire two years ago.

Along with the general store site, the purchase includes the Seaside Inn, The Barn and Squid Ink Coffee in downtown Port Clyde, according to a Colby College news article.

On the general store site, Colby will build a new Center for Resilience and Economic Impact, with a restaurant on the street level and offices and community spaces above.

The College plans to continue operations at Squid Ink and maintain The Barn, a seasonal bar and community gathering spot. The Seaside Inn will serve as housing for student researchers and others working at the new center.

A spokesperson for Colby College declined to disclose the sa

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