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Tuesday, July 01, 2025
HOULTON, Maine (June 30, 2025) – Katahdin Trust, a community bank serving northern Maine, and the greater Bangor and Portland regions, recently celebrated its employees and announced the 2024 Top of the Mountain Award recipient at a Bank wide employee event held at the New England Outdoor Center (NEOC) Event Center in Millinocket. The event was well attended by employees with nearly 140 of their ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Press Release
Monday, June 30, 2025
Be a part of Maine's athletic historyWHEN :     Monday, September 1st WHERE : Bangor Parks & RecreationTIME :      9:00AM StartCOST :    $35  /  May, June & July -  EARLY Bird Registration                 $40  /  August -     RegistrationA little bit about the race: * First 80 registered will receive a special something * FREE to participants ages 18 and under - Made available with the help of ...read more
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Monday, June 30, 2025
MONDAY - JULY 7, 2025Big Waves, Big Water & Big Fun!Experience the Kennebec River Turbine Test High Water Release. The Biggest Whitewater Release in New England - So Much Fun!MONDAY, JULY, 7, 2025BOOK ONLINE  Call 1-800-348-8871For Twice the Fun, raft the Kennebec River Ultimate Turbine Test - On the Ultimate Turbine Test we raft the best whitewater (Upper Gorge) 2 times for twice the Fun!
Categories: Fun Facts, Press Release
Monday, June 30, 2025
On June 27, the team at Northern Light Cancer Care at the Lafayette Family Cancer Institute in Brewer celebrates a new era for Maine patients with a ribbon cutting ceremony for two state-of-the-art linear accelerators. The newest linear accelerators use superior imaging techniques with lower doses of radiation, flexible high-performing radiation treatment beams, and allow for sub-millimeter ...read more
Categories: Community, General News Article, Press Release
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
BANGOR, Maine (June 24, 2025) — Acadia Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Joey Cannan as the organization’s next President and CEO. His new role will begin following the July 1 retirement of longtime President and CEO David Desjardins.  As President and CEO, Cannan will oversee the overall operations and strategic direction of the credit union. Reporting to the Board ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Training Event open to the public, hosted by the Brewer Police Department and the Penobscot County Emergency Management (PEMA):Registration Deadline is 07/18/2025  NTOA’s “School and Workplace Violence: Preparation and Response”08/18/2025 to 08/19/2025Start time: 8AMJeff’s Catering and Event CenterBrewer, ME  Who should attend:First responders (police, fire, ems, dispatch); education officials; ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
June 24, 2025 – As part of its 150th year celebration, Camden National Bank proudly announces that nominations are now open for its 2025 Leaders & Luminaries Awards. These awards are designed to recognize five exceptional nonprofit board members who demonstrate visionary leadership and a deep commitment to advancing their organization. A total of $25,000 in grant funding will be awarded to the ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Friday, June 20, 2025
Bangor, Maine – Sandollar Pool & Spa is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its brand-new Bangor location at 193 Broad Street, happening next week - Friday & Saturday – June 27 & 28—and we’re celebrating in a big way! Join us for two days of fun, savings, and community appreciation as we officially open our doors and kick off summer in style.Location - 193 Broad Street, Bangor, MEMystery ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Friday, June 20, 2025
ST. JOHN VALLEY and BANGOR, Maine (June 19, 2025) – Acadia Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the awarding of $17,000 in scholarships to five exceptional high school students, including the first-ever recipient of the new Peter Saucier Memorial Scholarship. The memorial scholarship honors the legacy of Peter Saucier, a cherished Acadia FCU board member and community volunteer known for ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Bangor, Maine (June 18, 2025) – The heart specialists at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center are happy to announce a new way to treat a heart condition called Premature Ventricular Contractions (PVCs), which causes irregular heartbeats. The team has successfully treated three patients so far using the cutting-edge method called Pulsed Field Energy (PFA).Dr. Mohamed Shokr, ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, Chamber, General News Article, Press Release
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Old Town, ME – Celebrate a delicious Maine tradition as Governor’s Restaurant & Bakery hosts its Annual Lobster Roll Day on Wednesday, June 25.  Join us at all Governor’s locations to enjoy our famous Lobster Rolls at a special price of $10.66, honoring 66 successful years in business. Founded in 1959 in Old Town, Maine, Governor’s has become a beloved staple in the community. Our annual Lobster ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Fun Facts
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFreshies® Convenience Store on Hammond Street in Bangor Temporarily Closed for Major RenovationsBangor, ME – June 11, 2025 — Freshies (formerly Leadbetters) is pleased to announce that its Hammond Street location in Bangor is temporarily closed for renovations as part of the company’s ongoing store upgrade initiative. This project reflects Freshies’ continued commitment to the ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
 Big Waves, Big Water & Big Fun!Experience the Kennebec River Turbine Test High Water Release. The Biggest Whitewater Release in New England - So Much Fun!SATURDAY, JUNE, 14TH 2025BOOK ONLINE  Call 1-800-348-8871For Twice the Fun, raft the Kennebec River Ultimate Turbine Test - On the Ultimate Turbine Test we raft the best whitewater (Upper Gorge) 2 times for twice the Fun!
Categories: Community, Press Release, Fun Facts
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
BANGOR, Maine – Verrill is proud to announce the addition of eight new attorneys and the opening of a new office in Bangor, Maine. This development reinforces the firm’s position as a leading provider of legal services throughout the State of Maine. Joining the firm are eight highly regarded attorneys formerly associated with Eaton Peabody:Karen M. Holyoke and Nathaniel S. Putnam will be ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Bar Harbor, Maine – Bar Harbor Bank & Trust employees recently presented more than $20,000 in donations collected through the Bank’s employee-driven charitable giving program, Casual for a Cause, to ten organizations serving communities in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. The recipients of the donations collected during the first quarter of 2025 are:  MaineCobscook InstituteHenry D. Moore ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Bar Harbor, Maine – Ten Bar Harbor Bank & Trust employees were recognized for their extraordinary leadership at the Bank’s annual Chairman’s Dinner and Celebration, held May 16 in Bar Harbor, Maine. The Chairman’s and Emerging Leaders Awards honor employees who have played key roles in helping the Bank achieve its strategic goals and delivering positive outcomes for customers and fellow ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Monday, November 25, 2024
Northern Light Acadia Hospital is excited to announce the implementation of an exciting philosophy and approach to working with its pediatric population called Collaborative Problem-Solving®, or CPS. CPS is a trauma-informed, evidence-based approach that has been proven to reduce challenging behaviors, build relationships, and teach essential life skills to children. Recognizing the unique needs ...read more
Categories: General News Article, 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
Categories: Community, Press Release

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