The Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce has announced its Chamber Awards winners, voted in by members and the community.

Winners are:

Business Growth Award
BELL THE CAT (Belfast)

Rising Star Award
PORTABLE PIE PLACE (Searsport)

Hometown Heritage Award
BELFAST CURLING CLUB

Waldo County Business Award
HEY SAILOR (Searsport)

Health Care Partner Award
WALDO COUNTY BOUNTY

Resiliency Award (NEW)
NAUTILUS (Belfast)

Chamber Partnership & Community Building Award
LIVE ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE GALA

Citizen of the Year Award
LIVE ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE GALA

"Their dedication and contributions to our local business community have not gone unnoticed, and this recognition reflects the impact they have made," according to an Oct. 22 news release from the Chamber.

In keeping with tradition, the Chamber Partnership Award winner and the Citizen of the Year Award winner will be announced live at the gala.

The Annual Chamber Awards Gala will be held Friday, November 8, in the Bay View Room at the United Farmers Market.

Special thanks to Gala Celebration Sponsor SolarLogix.

Chamber members will celebrate success with an evening of elegant eats and delectable desserts provided by Delvino's. There will also be live music and a cash bar.

Tickets are available at www.belfastmaine.org or one can pay via phone, check, or in person at the Chamber office at 33 Main Street.