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

Meeting the Need: KidsPeace Expands Special-Purpose School Services in OronoKidsPeace New England is very proud to announce the relocation of our Old Town Education Program to our newly developed and designed KidsPeace Orono Learning Center.  Learn more about what we have been up to over the last year at the Open House on November 13th from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM.  KidsPeace is committed to providing ...read more

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

BANGOR, Maine — Discover Bangor, Maine through its makers! Celebrate Bangor’s vibrant craft scene on October 4 & 5 during Maine Craft Weekend, the annual statewide tour of Maine craft artist studios and events. The event promotes awareness and appreciation of craft while supporting local artists and arts organizations across the state. This year, Bangor is a Featured City for Maine Craft ...read more

Husson University is thrilled to announce the second speaker in the Fall 2025 Distinguished Business Speakers series will be New York Times bestselling author Tess Gerritsen, who is best known for her suspense and medical thriller novels.  Gerritsen’s first medical thriller, Harvest, was released in hardcover in 1996, and it marked her debut on the New York Times bestseller list. Her novels ...read more

No child should grieve alone. To support young people navigating loss in the community, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is welcoming youngsters in Beacons for Kids, a youth grief support program beginning Wednesday, October 15 in Bangor.  The free, eight-week program, designed for young people aged 8 to 17 and their families, takes place on Wednesday evenings at All Souls ...read more

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center recently received two awards for excellence in stroke care: Primary Stroke Center recertification by The Joint CommissionGet With The Guidelines®- Stroke Silver Plus with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite with Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll by The American Heart Association After a successful survey visit by The Joint Commission, Northern Light ...read more

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