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Friday, November 21, 2025
Your business can sponsor a family facing cancer in 2026 - Join Christine B.!
“The thing that stood out to me about your program was the dedication to the community and the willingness to support them. Christine B. Foundation is unwavering. Rain, shine, snow, no matter what the weather is, you guys are driving. ”-Connor Darling, General Manager, Darling’s Chevrolet
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Categories: Community, Human Interest, Chamber, Education, Press Release
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Early detection is one of the best ways to improve lung cancer survival. It’s a message Northern Light Health is sharing in the fight against the leading cause of cancer death in the US.
Lung Cancer Screening is available throughout the state at all Northern Light Health Hospitals. The screening program helps detect lung cancer at early stages, when more treatment options are available. “Most ...read more
Categories: Education, Press Release, Community, General News Article
Wednesday, November 05, 2025
Brewer, Maine – — As food insecurity continues to rise statewide—with Maine seeing an 18% increase in demand for pantry services over the past year—13-year-old Dorian “D-Max” Pillsbury is stepping up once again.
On Saturday, November 15, from 11 AM to 2 PM, D-Max will host “Hot Cocoa for a Cause” at Tiller & Rye in Brewer, serving cups of hot chocolate with all the toppings by donation to ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Wednesday, November 05, 2025
All First National Bank branches are collecting items for local food pantries throughout the month of November.
If you would like to help, First National Bank welcomes donations to your local branches. Most-needed items include: canned meats/fish, chili, soup, skillet meals, cereal, canned vegetables, and fruit.
“We’re pausing our Sugar and Spice drive this year to focus on the pantry staples ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Community
Friday, October 24, 2025
Bernstein Shur, a leading New England law firm, is proud to announce the enhancement of its Labor and Employment Practice Group with the recruitment of top talent to bolster its practice. This reinforces the firm’s commitment to delivering exceptional legal services to public and private employers across Maine, New Hampshire, and beyond.Anne-Marie L. Storey joined the firm’s Portland office as ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Press Release, Community
Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center’s annual Champion the Cure Challenge inspires hope for patients, families, and friends in Maine facing a cancer journey. This year, the Challenge brought 1,758 participants together to brighten the way for patients with cancer, honor loved ones, and lift up survivors. The events raised more than $750,000 through a walk, run, cycle, paddle, horse ride, or ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Community
Tuesday, October 07, 2025
Northern Light Infectious Disease Care in Bangor is pleased to welcome three new physicians to care for patients. York Chen, MD; Ahmar Jafary, DO; and Eleanor Stedman, MD, diagnose and treat a variety of infectious disease conditions and share a clinical interest in caring for patients with HIV.
York Chen, MD, earned his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, New York. ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Justin DeVito, DO, joins Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center to care for pediatric gastroenterology patients. Dr. DeVito manages and treats all aspects of pediatric gastroenterology and has a clinical interest in inflammatory bowel disease and eosinophilic esophagitis, a chronic inflammatory condition of the esophagus.
The Maine native earned his medical degree from the University of New ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Thursday, September 19, 2024
To support healthy individuals and families and promote vitality in the community, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, in partnership from Good Shepherd Food Bank of Maine, opened a Community Cupboard in April 2024. With a $21,300 grant from the Food Bank, as well as donations from staff, the medical center built and stocked the pantry space.
“We’re so grateful for our partnership with ...read more
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