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Presented by Maine Farmland Trust, Land for Good
Fourth annual Farmland Access & Transfer Conference to take place Dec. 3
Monday, October 15, 2018 - 2:30pm
AUGUSTA — Maine Farmland Trust (MFT) and Land For Good will host the fourth annual Farmland Access & Transfer Conference on December 3, 2018 at the Augusta Civic Center in Augusta. At the day-long conference, farmers will learn strategies for tackling succession planning and incorporating an easement into your farm access or transfer plans, plus how to find and secure farmland of your own, negotiate a good lease agreement, and more. “Nearly 30% of New England’s farmers are likely to exit...
URock forum on careers in computing and internet technology
Saturday, October 13, 2018 - 8:00pm
ROCKLAND— The UMA Rockland Center will host an open forum on “Careers in Computing and IT,” Wednesday, Oct. 24, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. This moderated discussion of employers, faculty, students, and alumni will explore the career and educational opportunities in the Midcoast area in the quickly evolving IT field. The discussion will be moderated by Jason Judd, program director for Project Login, a statewide nonprofit that connects Mainers with careers for the future in Computing and Information...
UMC Staff member earns volunteer management certificate
Friday, October 12, 2018 - 2:15pm
CAMDEN – Kelly Carey, administrative coordinator at United Midcoast Charities, recently earned the novice Certificate in Volunteer Management from the Maine Commission for Community Service. This course is designed to equip managers of volunteers with the core competencies needed to adaptively and effectively use volunteers to accomplish a nonprofit mission. "United Midcoast Charities is excited to implement the skills Kelly gained in its mission to energize and support Midcoast Maine nonprofit...
Free to the public
Waldo County Soil & Water Conservation District, Maine Forest Service conduct tour of Robbins Lumber
Friday, October 12, 2018 - 10:30am
SEARSMONT — The Waldo County Soil & Water Conservation District and Maine Forest Service’s series of short field tours highlighting forest stewardship and conservation continues. These workshops are open to the general public, as well as landowners, foresters, loggers, and others interested in the stewardship of trees and woodlands. They offer a brief opportunity for observation, questions, and discussion. On Thursday, October 25, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. a tour will be hosted at White Pine...
Rockland Rotary Club welcomes Swedish rotarians
Thursday, October 11, 2018 - 7:15pm
The Rockland Rotary Club welcomed Jan Mark in early October from Rotary Sweden. He's a member of the Landborgen -Helsingborg Rotary Club in Sweden, and he visited with the club on October 3, 2018. He's pictured here (left to right): Rockland Rotary Club President Fred Newcomb, Rotarian Doris Vertz, and Jan Mark.
Volunteers from 11 community organizations
‘Loaves and Fishes’ free lunch awarded $3,000 grant
Tuesday, October 9, 2018 - 2:00pm
ROCKLAND — Loaves and Fishes, a community weekend hot lunch program hosted by St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, in Rockland, and staffed by volunteers from 11 community groups, has been awarded a $3,000 grant from the Episcopal Diocese of Maine. The grant supports programs that assist people living in poverty. With a poverty rate of 13.7 percent, Rockland is the ninth poorest city in the state, according to a news release. Each year Loaves & Fishes serves 4,000 weekend meals worth a total of $...
Alna selectmen pull support for town being CMP project 'Sherpa'
Monday, October 8, 2018 - 9:45pm
Central Maine Power no longer has Alna's support to expand the transmission lines that run through it and some of its neighbor towns. After hearing from CMP's project spokesman, selectmen voted 3-0 Oct. 3 to retract a 2017 letter of support. John Carroll wanted to meet with selectmen after learning last month they were considering retracting it. Resident Cathy Johnson asked them to. After the Oct. 3 vote, she thanked them. Arguing minutes earlier for last year's letter to stick, Carroll said...
Maine Lobster Festival donates $3,200 to community organizations
Friday, October 5, 2018 - 3:45pm
MIDCOAST — At its September board meeting, the Maine Lobster Festival Board of Directors donated a total of $3,200 to three recipients, according to a news release from the organization. LEO Only received $1,500. LEO Only is a volunteer-run charitable organization that offers financial and emotional assistance to Law Enforcement Officers and their families. It provides Christmas presents to more than 360 children, offers a scholarship program to the children of fallen officers, pays for...
Five Towns
Info nights for substitute teacher, school bus driver positions
Friday, October 5, 2018 - 10:15am
ROCKPORT — Part time jobs as bus drivers and substitute teachers are needed at many schools, according to a Five Towns news release. If you have ever wondered about what it takes to work as a school bus driver or substitute, come to one of these one-night sessions where all your questions will be answered. You may even get started on the paperwork that night for a new part time position. There is no charge for either class but registration is required. Substitute Teacher Training is on Tuesday...
Area resident titled ‘Maine’s 2018 Best Bagger,’ heads to nationals
Tuesday, October 2, 2018 - 5:00pm
ROCKLAND — Amy Taylor, of Shaw’s Supermarkets in Rockland, is Maine’s 2018 Best Bagger Champion. Taylor received an expense-paid trip to San Diego (for two) to represent Maine at the 2019 National Championship, held at National Grocer Association Show, February 24 – 27, 2019. In California, she will compete for a grand prize of $10,000. For many, bagging is the start to a long, dedicated career in the grocery store sector, according to a Maine Grocers and Food Producers Association news release...
Rockport Select Board invites business owners to October meeting, focus on business
Tuesday, October 2, 2018 - 2:00pm
ROCKPORT — The Select Board in Rockport is scheduling a special meeting, Oct. 30, to meet specifically with business owners. The goal is to exchange ideas, the agenda states. The meeting with begin at 6 p.m. in the Geoffrey C. Parker Meeting Room at the Rockport Opera House.
Camden financial planner presented ‘Women and Philanthropy’ during South Portland conference
Sunday, September 30, 2018 - 10:30am
SOUTH PORTLAND — Sarah Ruef-Lindquist, JD, CTFA, a financial planner at Allen Insurance and Financial in Camden, recently spoke on Women and Philanthropy at Maine Planned Giving Council's conference held in South Portland. The event was attended by approximately 150 professionals involved in the gift planning industry. Ruef-Lindquist highlighted some of the data that indicates the motivations for women’s philanthropy, as well as some of the ways in which women tend to demonstrate a higher level...
Camden, Washington composting venture gets state grant for business lift-off
Tuesday, September 25, 2018 - 9:30pm
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection has is granting $17,550 to a Camden-Washington venture for an on-farm commercial composting facility. The grant was made as part of a state package of grants to recycling and organics management projects. Bo’ Lait Farm in Washington, will team up with ScrapDogs Community Compost, in Camden, to offer food scrap composting services to area schools, hospitals, restaurants, and other businesses and households stretching from Camden to Washington...
Waldoboro Business Association to summarize town’s summer season
Monday, September 24, 2018 - 5:30pm
WALDOBORO – The Waldoboro Business Association will provide a summary of how local businesses, and the ArtWalks, fared during the summer, Wednesday, Sept. 26, 6 - 8 p.m. There will also be updates on plans for the restoration of The Waldo Theatre and the Broad Bay Church capital campaign fundraising project. Summaries will also be provided regarding the Farmers Market, East Forty Farm & Dairy, Odd Alewives Farm Brewery, Tops’l Farm and others. The meeting opens with the opportunity to chat...
Down East Magazine names Brian Kevin Editor in Chief
Thursday, September 13, 2018 - 1:30pm
ROCKPORT — Down East Enterprise, Inc., promoted Brian Kevin to editor in chief of
Down East
magazine. In the most senior editorial position, he will be responsible for guiding
Down East
's overall editorial direction and spearheading the launch of new multimedia projects. He will continue to write for
Down East
magazine. Prior to his promotion, Kevin worked as managing editor, where he was responsible for the magazine's day-to-day operations and edited the magazine'...
First National Bank announces food drive
Thursday, September 13, 2018 - 9:45am
DAMARISCOTTA — First National Bank branches will be collecting items for local food pantries September 24 through October 5. Drop off your non-perishable food items at your local branch. Items currently needed include cereal, oatmeal, pop tarts, granola bars, breakfast bars, applesauce, peanut butter/cheese cracker packs, goldfish crackers, trail mix, ramen, easy mac and canned soups. Monetary donations will also be accepted. First National Bank thanks donors in advance for supporting local...
Knox County Committee awards 25th anniversary grants
Wednesday, September 12, 2018 - 11:45am
PORTLAND and ELLSWORTH–The Knox County Committee of the Maine Community Foundation (MaineCF) presented $2,500 grants to Midcoast Habitat for Humanity and the Knox County Homeless Coalition to mark the 25th anniversary of the Knox County Fund. The grants were announced September 6 at a reception in Rockland hosted by the Knox County Committee and the community foundation. MaineCF President and CEO Steve Rowe joined Knox County Committee chair Kristin Lindquist in presenting the awards. “These...
In business
Green with Envy acquires Rheal Day Spa in Rockland
Monday, September 10, 2018 - 3:30pm
Green with Envy owner Marlene Cohn said in a Sept. 10 news release that Green with Envy Salon has acquired Rheal Day Spa, in Rockland. RHEAL Day Spa has been owned and operated by Rhonda Nordstrom since 2002. Nordstrom will continue to see clients at Green with Envy, and all of the current staff at Rheal have been invited to remain under new ownership, as well. In addition to the services and products already offered at Rheal, Green with Envy will be adding services and incorporating Aveda...
Spruce Head Community Hall and Historical Association
Spruce Head Historical Association holds annual potluck, meeting
Thursday, September 6, 2018 - 2:15pm
SPRUCE HEAD — The Spruce Head Community Hall and Historical Association will hold its fall potluck supper and annual meeting in the Spruce Head Community Hall, Village Road, Monday, September 10, at 6 p.m. Those attending should bring a casserole, salad, or dessert, plus a place setting. Coffee, tea, punch, and homemade bread will be provided. The Hall, a local landmark built in 1923, has undergone major improvements over the past three years, thanks to an ambitious fundraising effort. On...
Yachting Solutions announces “End of Summer Open House,” three new boat lines
Tuesday, September 4, 2018 - 2:15pm
ROCKPORT, MAINE — Yachting Solutions is pleased to announce the addition of three exciting lines to their boat sales inventory: Beneteau, Cobia and Starcraft vessels are now available through Yachting Solutions Boat Sales division. The new lines will be featured during an open house September 8 and 9. The three new lines join Yachting Solutions’ bedrock selection of fine boats and products from Hunt Yachts, Rossiter, AB Inflatables, and Evinrude outboard motors. Each of the lines offered by...
Business After Hours goes to Langlais Sculpture Preserve
Thursday, August 30, 2018 - 4:15pm
CUSHING – Georges River Land Trust will host Penobscot Bay Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Business After Hours event, Wednesday, Sept. 12, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Langlais Sculpture Preserve in Cushing. The Preserve is three miles down the peninsula from the Maine State Prison Showroom in Thomaston. Parking is limited and guests are encouraged to carpool. Business After Hours is the area’s premier networking event for business professionals, creating the opportunity to discuss and share ideas...
Nordic Aquafarms buys more Belfast land for its land-based salmon farm
Tuesday, August 28, 2018 - 9:30pm
BELFAST — Nordic Aquafarms announced Aug. 28 that it has entered into an agreement with Belfast window manufacturer Mathews Brothers for the purchase of approximately 14 acres of land that adjoins the 40 acres that Nordic Aquafarms already has under contract with Belfast Water District as the site for its proposed land-based salmon farm. The purchase price was not disclosed, according to a news release from Nordic Aquafarms. Nordic Aquafarms CEO Erik Heim said in the release that, “the primary...
Solar array farm proposed in Rockland, planning board to walk the site
Wednesday, August 22, 2018 - 2:30pm
ROCKLAND – On Tuesday, Sept. 11, Rockland Planning Board members will conduct a site visit of a proposed fixed ground solar array farm on 62 Holmes Street. Revision Energy’s client, Migis Lodge, has requested the project as a way to reduce electrical expenses, according to Revision representative Hans Albee during the Tuesday, Aug. 21, Planning Board meeting. “The electrical generation of this facility would go back onto the grid through a Central Maine Power meter, and the credits generated...
Maine honors A.E. Sampson and Son with entrepreneurial excellence award
Tuesday, August 21, 2018 - 12:15pm
Jula and Paul Sampson, owners of
A. E. Sampson and Son,
in Warren, were recently honored by the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry with an award for Entrepreneurial Excellence. Rep. Paula Sutton, R-Warren, and the department’s Commissioner, Walter Whitman, presented the award to the Sampsons. Their business specializes in locally milled wood paneling and flooring made with Maine wood and has been in operation for more than decades. “ Located in the most...
Rockland medical marijuana moratorium approved
Monday, August 20, 2018 - 9:45pm
ROCKLAND – The four people who’ve requested applications for medical marijuana retail distribution in Rockland just need to ‘hang tight,’ according to City Council member Amelia Magjik. In a special session, Monday, Aug. 20, Rockland City Council members voted three to two to establish an emergency 60-day moratorium on medical marijuana production facilities, registered caregiver retail stores, registered dispensaries, medical marijuana testing facilities, and medical marijuana manufacturing...
Tropical Nails to support Meals on Wheels
Monday, August 20, 2018 - 1:30pm
Kaida and Kaidi Nguyen have decided to again raise money to benefit Knox County Meals on Wheels by selling food and raffle tickets at Tropical Nails in Rockport. Last year these young girls raised close to $1,000 in their joint effort with a similar event. The public is invited to stop by Sept. 2, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and support the ambitious young women who have a big heart for giving to the community.
Good Tern Co-op raises more than $800 to support Knox County Homeless Coalition
Monday, August 20, 2018 - 10:45am
ROCKLAND — Good Tern Co-op's "Round It Up!" program realizes perennial supporting numerous organizations in the area. For the past few years, Good Tern Co-op has been running a highly successful "Round It Up!" program, where a different (mostly local) organization is chosen each month to receive support. Customers at the registers can round up their purchases to the nearest dollar, or even give a little more, and the extra pennies go to the organization of the month. Since inception of the...
Rockland City Manager’s Report
Monday, August 20, 2018 - 10:30am
In the month of August, Rockland Fire/EMS joined the Wardens Report , which allows citizens to obtain free burn permits online. Officials met with RSU 13 administrators to update safety policies. The library has coordinated the Books on Wheels homebound delivery service. Bidding for the bridge on Thompson Meadow Road will soon go out to bid, and the Harbor Master’s office now has a Facebook page. Keep reading for the entire Rockland City Manager’s report for the month of August. OFFICE OF THE...
Single-man operation hopes to continue success
‘A Small Good’ charcuterie flourishes in Rockport
Friday, August 17, 2018 - 12:30pm
ROCKPORT — There’s a lot going on inside the State of Maine Cheese building at 461 Commercial St. in Rockport, and Oliver Perkins’ boutique charcuterie, “A Small Good” has taken up residence with a production space of its own housed within the bustling building. Oliver Perkins and his wife, Kelly, moved to Midcoast Maine from Great Barrington, Massachusetts, approximately three years ago. A native of Sydney, Australia, Oliver was a journalist and holds an advanced degree in public history. He...
Rockland businesses recognized for summer plantings
Friday, August 17, 2018 - 9:00am
ROCKLAND — For the fourth consecutive year, the Design Committee of Rockland Main Street, Inc., conducted their Downtown Window Box & Sidewalk Garden Contest. The contest is open to any business in downtown Rockland to encourage business owners and property managers to enhance the overall appearance of the downtown district. The contest was orchestrated by Design Committee member Linda Richardson over a six-week period, who then led a team of three volunteer judges who made their final...
Do the Electric Charge: Where to find EV charging stations up and down the Midcoast
Thursday, August 16, 2018 - 6:30pm
MIDCOAST— High-speed electric vehicle charging stations are popping up all over Maine. Following a national trend, Maine businesses and municipalities are installing EV stations as a convenience to electric car drivers. The faster chargers can power a vehicle in 20 minutes to an hour, whereas others are designed to charge a vehicle overnight. Located at various local grocery stores and chain supermarkets, such as Hannaford, along with inns, solar power companies and even breweries and...
Medical marijuana business license permitted, moratorium vote postponed
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 - 8:00pm
ROCKLAND – The first medical marijuana facility to apply for a Main Street permit gained another step Monday, Aug. 13, when City Councilors voted four to one (Mayor Valli Geiger) to allow a conditional business license to Scrimshaw. This permit, however, is not the same as an occupancy permit, which has yet to be obtained. Fifteen minutes later, Councilors decided to postpone a vote on whether to proceed with a moratorium regarding medical marijuana. Councilor Adam Ackor suggested the...
Sixty-five brewers around the state donated their brews to the collaborative global initiative
Midcoast breweries send their best beer to the U.K. in Maine Beer Box
Monday, August 13, 2018 - 10:00am
A number of local breweries have joined ranks with statewide breweries to send their finest, cold brews through the Maine Beer Box across Atlantic last week. Those representing the Midcoast include Marshall Wharf Brewing Co., Andrews Brewing Co., Lake St. George Brewing, Boothbay Brewing Co., Monhegan Brewing Co. Threshers Brewing Co., Odd Alewives Farm Brewery, Sea Dog Brewery, and Simplicity Brewing Co. The Maine Beer Box is an international collaborative project started last year to exchange...
At work
Cushing’s AWOL Aventure Rigs outfits custom vehicles for all manner of exploration
Wednesday, August 8, 2018 - 1:00pm
CUSHING — Standing outside a well-appointed woodworking shop housed in a picturesque Cushing barn, it's as easy to admire the scenery as well as the impeccable craftsmanship underway inside — and outside — Eli Ellis's shop. One thing stands out most prevalently: a shiny black GMC cargo van nicknamed Jinx, which sports a custom interior fit for the finest wooden yacht. The catch? Jinx was outfitted on premise. Jinx is the firstborn for AWOL Adventure Rigs, a company that Eli Ellis and business...
New Hope for Women offers chance to shop for a cause
New Hope For Women’ annual pop-up women’s clothing event
Monday, August 6, 2018 - 7:15pm
New Hope for Women hosts New Hope’s Pop-Up Shop to raise funds with a tickets-only special VIP opening event August 20, and open to the public days August 21 and 22 at the Yellow Barn to help eradicate domestic violence. The VIP Event at the Yellow Barn (20 Winter Street, Rockland) is scheduled for August 20, and includes first day picks of all of the clothing, light bites and beverages, and special guest speaker Shannon Kinney from DreamLocal Digital from 5 to 7 p.m. Tickets are still...
Progress report
Construction cost estimates for new Rockport library within target range
Monday, August 6, 2018 - 2:00pm
ROCKPORT — While private fundraising continues to help build a new Rockport library, three solicited contractor estimates indicate what to anticipate for construction costs. They are, to the relief of the Rockport Select Board, in line with plans, as the town gets ready to ask taxpayers for approval to borrow money in November. The estimates to build the new 7,000 square-foot library at 1 Limerock Street, in Rockport Village, range from $2.6 million to $2.8 million. There is a 10 percent...
Maine labor and corrections departments team up to get inmates into workforce
Thursday, August 2, 2018 - 1:00pm
WARREN — Maine's Department of Corrections and Department of Labor are partnering to offer employers an informative seminar about the role MDOC can play in helping develop their future workforce. The Helping Inmates Reenter Employment (H.I.R.E.) ME seminar will take place at the Maine State Prison in Warren, Wednesday, Sept. 12, and will introduce employers to the many options for hiring individuals on work release, setting up training programs for currently incarcerated individuals and tax...
Watching wildlife from a whisper-quiet ecotour boat in Belfast
Monday, July 30, 2018 - 12:30pm
BELFAST— On any given day, passengers aboard Belfast’s newest
ecotour boat
Caretta
cruising up the Passagassawakeag River will hear no sounds other than the natural strains of wind or the lapping of waves, but they might see seals pop up and dive for fish, or a Bald Eagle family, and numerous seabirds such as cormorants, loons, shore birds and a Great Blue Heron. Captain Channing Boswell, an outdoor enthusiast, is behind the wheel of this restored Navy whaleboat...
Annual award recognizes for-profit companies demonstrating high levels of attentiveness and dedication to service
Nominations Open for 2018 Governor's Award for Business Excellence
Wednesday, July 18, 2018 - 9:00pm
AUGUSTA - The Maine Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) is now accepting nominations for the 2018 Governor's Award for Business Excellence. The award is presented annually to for-profit companies that consistently demonstrate high levels of achievement in manufacturing and service excellence, and a steadfast commitment to employees, customers and the community. "For the past 27 years, the Governor has been honoring businesses that are truly the best of the best here in Maine...
Renovation of old Camden farmhouse
New England Real Estate Company celebrates creation of new offices
Wednesday, July 18, 2018 - 3:45pm
CAMDEN — The New England Real Estate Company held a ribbon-cutting July 13 to celebrate the opening of its new driveway and new office addition at 98 Elm Street in Camden. Earlier this year, the 98 Elm Street building underwent a significant reconstruction that was begun a year ago with the goal of restoring the historic charm of an old Route 1 farmhouse, near the entrance to Camden. The farmhouse was built in 1937 and once home to the Spear Family. Renovations included construction of a new...
Rankin’s Hardware gives back to customers on appreciation day
Sunday, July 15, 2018 - 10:00pm
CAMDEN – For a little over 20 years, as close as we can figure, Rankin's Hardware at 30 Union Street in Camden has been holding its customer appreciation day with free hot dogs, popcorn and sodas as a way to give back to their supporters. In addition, those attending get a $5 coupon to spend inside the hardware store on any item. Cars lined Union Street as the parking lot filled and people took advantage of the free lunch and in-store savings on Saturday, July 14. Rankin’s also has a store at...
Tonic of the Woods is Alder & Vine’s July featured artists on Fourth Friday Artwalk
Thursday, July 12, 2018 - 3:00pm
BELFAST — In July, the Wee Folk, or the Otherworld of Irish fairies will be captured in one place for an evening. In conjunction with Belfast's Fourth Friday Artwalk on July 27, Alder & Vine, Belfast's only spot for artisan goods, oddities and the occult, features the artists of Tonic of the Woods, which specializes in "Wee Folk" fairy dresses, miniature literary paper dresses and custom shadowboxes. Tonic of the Woods is a cross between eco art and folk art with the dominant theme of...
Greg Perry steps down after 27 years
Maine Sport Outfitters general manager to retire, new hire to assume post
Thursday, July 12, 2018 - 8:45am
ROCKPORT — Maine Sport Outfitters owners Marianne and Stuart Smith, who started their business in 1976, recently met with their management staff to announce that store manager Gregg Perry will be retiring in Spring 2019. Gregg has worked with the Smiths for more than 27 years, overseeing all operations of Maine Sport. “Under his leadership, Maine Sport has continued to flourish as a leader in outdoor clothing, guided trips, equipment sales and as an integral part of the Camden and Rockport...
In business (post retirement....)
Pennsylvania couple brings unusual, handcrafted Lamps from the Attic to Belfast festival
Monday, July 9, 2018 - 12:45pm
BELFAST — A Pennsylvania couple made their debut at the 23rd annual Arts in the Park event, which took place July 7-8 at Steamboat Landing. More than 120 booths were set up at this year’s event, each belonging to an artist showing off their own personal brand of creativity, including Edna and Allen Danielson, of Mount Joy, Pennsylvania. Owners of Lamps from the Attic , the Danielsons booth wasn’t filled with paintings, fabric, photos, or food, but with a collection of antiques and metal parts...
rental beach sheds, kayaks, paddle boards, volleyball, bocce, corn hole, and more!
The Playground grand opening in Stockton Springs
Thursday, July 5, 2018 - 2:45pm
STOCKTON SPRINGS – Join The Playground for a Grand Opening Celebration and Bubble Party, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, July 7. The Playground, located in Stockton Harbor, will provide families and vacationers with the ultimate beachfront experience year round. Fully equipped rental beach sheds, kayaks and paddle boards, volleyball, bocce, corn hole, and more! Adults and children alike will delight in the variety of games, expansive lawn, picnic and beach areas, and the opportunity to enjoy...
Broadreach Family & Community Services names new executive director
Thursday, July 5, 2018 - 11:15am
BELFAST — Broadreach Family & Community Services Board Chair Sharon Goguen said in a news release that she is pleased to announce that Todd Goodwin has been named as the new Executive Director of the organization. "Todd comes to us with extensive experience in community-based social services and program delivery," Goguen said. "He is returning to the midcoast following years in southern Maine. Our Board is excited to have Todd join our organization." Todd Goodwin is an experienced nonprofit...
Karen Reed earns Certified Professional Insurance Agent distinction
Wednesday, July 4, 2018 - 1:15pm
CAMDEN — Karen Reed, a member of the business insurance team in the Camden office of Allen Insurance and Financial, recently earned the designation of Certified Professional Insurance Agent (CPIA), a professional designation conferred by the American Insurance Marketing and Sales Society (the AIMS Society). The CPIA designation, received after completion of three in-depth seminars, stands for professionalism, commitment to sales training and results, and technical knowledge. The designation...
Catch-22 for prospective Rockland marijuana facility
Wednesday, July 4, 2018 - 1:00pm
ROCKLAND – The owner of the first medical marijuana production facility to request licensing in Rockland continues to encounter roadblocks. As of July 2, Nicholas Westervelt’s attempts to fulfill the requirements necessary to start his business, Scrimshaw, have been slow going. And that delay is not due to public complaint. When the items of a former antique business are gone from 500 Main Street, he will put his construction ideas into action. Meanwhile, the Rockland City Council continues to...
Camden writers’ new book celebration, July 11
Wednesday, July 4, 2018 - 12:30pm
On Wednesday, July 11, from 3 to 5 p.m., Paul Doiron and Kristen Lindquist be at the Owl and Turtle Bookshop Cafe in Camden celebrating Doiron's newest release in his Mike Bowditch series,
Stay Hidden
and Lindquist's most recent collection of poetry entitled
Tourists in the Known World
. Meet the Camden couple and their works! For more information or to reserve copies of the book please visit www.owlandturtle.com or call 207.230.7335.
Tenants Harbor resident will be digital production manager
Dream Local Digital hires Amber Anderson
Thursday, June 28, 2018 - 12:30pm
ROCKLAND — Amber Anderson, an experienced leader and design and technical solutions expert, has been hired as digital production manager for Dream Local Digital, a national digital marketing agency based in Rockland. Anderson's experience includes a variety of roles with a company that developed web and technical solutions for nonprofit and government agencies. The Tenants Harbor resident worked on website design and implementation; document design and layout; technology framework...
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Women’s Cancer Support Group
Tuesday, October 16, 2018 - 6:00pm
Camden Lions dinner for ‘Leos’ youth service organization
Tuesday, October 16, 2018 - 6:30pm
Ashwood Waldorf School Tour
Wednesday, October 17, 2018 -
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10:30am
Empower Yourself with HeartMath
Wednesday, October 17, 2018 -
10:30am
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11:30am
Aldermere scarecrow competition to benefit food pantry
Wednesday, October 17, 2018 -
12:30pm
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4:30pm
Professor-turned-farmer to speak on living simply
Wednesday, October 17, 2018 -
1:00pm
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2:30pm
Free Seminar: How to protect your Assets
Wednesday, October 17, 2018 -
1:00pm
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3:00pm
Free Seminar: Saving the Family Camp
Wednesday, October 17, 2018 -
1:00pm
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3:00pm
Halloween Hootenanny at Rockland library
Wednesday, October 17, 2018 -
1:30pm
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2:30pm
Rockport library children's craft: Halloween mason jar lanterns
Wednesday, October 17, 2018 - 3:00pm
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