CAMDEN—Filmmaker Gideon Baeza, 26, producer Marta Denny, 26, and a cast and crew of approximately 20 recently wrapped three weeks of an intense shoot for Baeza's first feature film,…
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Knox Clinic is one of only two in the state with this distinction
On September 1, the Knox Clinic achieved its official designation as a Federally Qualified Health Center, Look Alike (FQHC-LAL).
"This milestone marks a…
Cornhole Tourney fundraiser, September 19
The Town of Liberty has been awarded a $75,000 Community Action Grant through Maine’s Community Resilience Partnership, part of the latest round of state funding announced by…
United Midcoast Charities (UMC) welcomes Janine Gates, of Belfast, and Brittany Acciavatti, of Lincolnville, to its Board of Directors.
"Both bring valuable experience, strong community…
The Knox-Lincoln Soil & Water Conservation District (KLSWCD) is seeking nominations for one elected position on its five-member Board of Supervisors. The Board of Supervisors provides…
Belfast Free Library's building will be closed beginning Monday, September 14, while the front entryway and plaza are under construction.
"We thank you…
THOMASTON — The Town of Thomaston will host its second annual New Resident Night on Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 5 to 7 p.m., in the Lura Libby Room at the Thomaston Municipal…
Sept. 20-26, 2026 is Deaf Culture Week in Maine
AUGUSTA — In celebration of Deaf culture and the heritage of American Sign Language (ASL), as well as Deaf literature, art and folklore, Governor Janet Mills has issued a…
Maine’s child food insecurity rate remains the highest in New England
The John T. Gorman Foundation has awarded $1.2 million in grants to support nonprofits that provide food and shelter to Mainers in need through its 2026 Direct Services Grant…
historic buildings Rockland has lost; examples of historic architectural styles
The Rockland Historic Preservation Commission will hold an educational program for the public to help them decide where to recommend their next Local Historic Districts. The…
common household practices that lead to unintentional infant and toddler injuries
Healthy Kids, a community-based family support network and the designated member of Maine’s Prevention Council serving Lincoln, Knox, and Waldo counties, has launched its 2026 Baby Safety Month…
Four Maine educators have been named state finalists for 2027 Maine Teacher of the Year. Abby McCoy, a Chemistry and Forensic Science Teacher at Lewiston High School; Adrianne Shetenhelm, an…
tapped to lead the center is former Mid-Coast School of Technology teacher and former Viles Arboretum director
WINDSOR, Maine — Kennebec Savings Bank has committed $75,000 toward a proposed Windsor Fair Agricultural Education Center, "a major local investment in a year-round facility…
four others recognized
CAMDEN — United Midcoast Charities presented its Award for Philanthropic Excellence to Dr. Clifford Dacso, MD, MPH, at its annual Rising Tide event on August 20, "recognizing his extraordinary…
DAMARISCOTTA — MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital celebrated the opening of its new Infusion Center and Oncology & Blood Disorder Practice on August 31 with a ribbon-…
'advancing future of maritime manufacturing'
HAMPDEN — The University of Maine launched a 30-foot, high-performance, 3D-printed boat on Friday, Aug. 28, that researchers said could help manufacturers build vessels…
BELFAST — Waldo Community Action Partners announces its participation in the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program. Meals are available at no separate charge to all children.
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Bar Harbor Bank & Trust's employee-driven charitable giving program, Casual for a Cause, recently surpassed $500,000 in donations to community organizations in Maine, New Hampshire, and…
BRUNSWICK — Starting September 10, the Maine Department of Transportation will close Exit 28, which is the I-295 southbound off-ramp bridge in Brunswick, for up to 14 days for a wearing…
applicants must attend a virtual info session Sept. 3 or Sept. 17
DAMARISCOTTA — MaineHealth is offering a certified nursing assistant (CNA) apprenticeship training program, providing a paid pathway for individuals interested in beginning a health care career,…
AUGUSTA — The Maine Department of Transportation is progressing on the Bangor Street reconstruction project in Augusta, according to MaineDOT, in a news release.
During…
The Maine Department of Labor has updated the Competitive Skills Scholarship Program (CSSP) rules to implement recent statutory changes, expand participant supports, improve program…
reducing backlogs due to growing demand for imaging services
ROCKPORT — After almost six months of construction and workflow changes, the renovation to the Mammography Suite at MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital is complete, expanding access to essential imaging…
Maine State Credit Union will hold its grand opening of its new Belfast branch on Monday, August 24, 2026.
"As the credit union's…
repurposing wood sawmill waste
A proposed neighborhood of nine 3D-printed homes for homeless individuals in the Greater Bangor area is gaining traction due to the University of Maine's reciept of Congressional funds for the…
ROCKLAND — Seven new members were elected to the Board of Trustees of Farnsworth Art Museum during the museum's July 24, 2026, Board of Trustees meeting regarding 2026–2027.…
supporting a partnership with MaineHealth Behavioral Health
MaineHealth's …
AUGUSTA — Starting August 20, the Maine Department of Transportation will begin a pavement preservation project on I-95 northbound and southbound, which includes realigning and improving…
Maine Department of Labor announces its no-cost trainings for September 2026.
Upcoming classes:
Life Safety Code 101– September 1, 2026 I 8:30…
one statistic: Waldo, Sagadahoc, Hancock, and York counties have the highest average lot rents
The Housing Opportunity Program (HOP) at the Maine Office of Community Affairs (MOCA) launched the Manufactured Housing Community Data Dashboard on Aug. 17. The…
From Augusta
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Susan Collins, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and Angus King announced that they secured federal…
AUGUSTA —According to Maine Listings, 1,697 Maine homes sold in July—a jump of 7.75 percent from July 2025. The median sales price (MSP) also rose 1.67 percent to $427,000…
effective October 1
BANGOR, Maine — Rudman Winchell and Gross, Minsky & Mogul, two longstanding Bangor law firms with deep roots in the region, have announced that the attorneys and staff of…
The Belle of Belgrade bus takes guests on themed rides all over the state
MIDCOAST—It's a book crawl...on wheels!
On Saturday, August 2, at 9 a.m. in Augusta, 10 women—some who knew one another—some who didn't—lined up to board Lyndee Waldbauer's customized…
State regulators have approved York Hospital’s plan to join MaineHealth, clearing the way for the organizations to begin working together, according to an Aug…
the park will be closed for public use during the construction period
Construction will begin on the City’s Middle Pier and Buoy Park Redevelopment Project during the week of August 17, 2026.
For safety reasons, the…
open to ALL jobseekers
The 2026 campaign kicks off Thursday, August 20, at the Augusta National Guard Armory, and will be followed by monthly in-person hiring events throughout the state.
"You're…
Magee to be presented 'Living Legend Award'
CUSHING — Alan Magee, distinguished artist, illustrator and a longtime resident of Cushing, will present "Stories from Five Decades" in an Arts In The Barn event, Wednesday, Aug. 12,…
More than 600 students will get the no-cost training
Maine’s community colleges received a $5 million federal grant on August 5 to provide specialized short-term training that prepares students for work at Maine…
Bob Montgomery-Rice to Retire Following More Than Two Decades of Service to the Bank
Bangor Savings Bank and its Board of Directors has selected the Bank's next President and Chief Executive Officer. Yolanda "Lannie" Moffatt will succeed Bob Montgomery-Rice on…
ReVision Energy, a employee-owned solar company founded in 2003, has been recognized as the No. 1 solar contractor in Maine and New Hampshire on Solar Power…
'our connection to the next generation of engineers, scientists and skilled professionals'
ORONO, Maine — A new partnership with Portsmouth Naval Shipyard will expand hands-on workforce training and defense-related research opportunities for University of Maine…
explore future tenancy and partnership opportunities at the former Walker Elementary School
LIBERTY — The Town of Liberty’s Walker School Repurposing Committee has launched a regional tenant search and Tenant Interest Survey for the Liberty community center, a major step in transforming…
Despite recruitment efforts, Lincoln Hospital has not been able to establish the stable physician and clinical staffing needed
DAMARISCOTTA — In an Aug. 6 news release, MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital said it will move forward with a new regional model for women’s health…
BANGOR — The Maine Departmentof Transportation will be implementing a nighttime closure of Broadway under the I-95 bridge in Bangor on August 13, between 8 p.m. and 5 a.m.
The project work…
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has released its…
online survey option available
On Wednesday, August 19, the City of Rockland will host a Safe Routes to South School Community Workshop. The workshop will take place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers…
initial emphasis on organizations providing food access to communities experiencing high rates of food insecurity
Volunteer Maine, the Maine Commission for Community Service, has received a three-year grant with an annual award amount of $308,436…
ORONO, Maine — Maine’s largest education and research enterprise has welcomed four new members to its governing board.
Christopher Gordon, Richard…
