BETHEL — The Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce has named Bobbi Vandenbulcke its new executive director. Vandenbulcke has been with the Exeter Area Chamber of Commerce for 17 years, serving as director of membership and partnerships. As executive director, Vandenbulcke will focus on engaging members, promoting economic development, and reaching out to the community. She […]

LEWISTON — The Diocese of Portland has named Dawn Theriault the new principal of Saint Dominic Academy’s Lewiston campus. She will assume the role at the beginning of the 2024-25 academic year. Theriault has a 25-year career as an educator and leader at Saint Dominic Academy. Theriault will succeed John Patrick “J.P.” Yorkey, principal since […]

JAY — Franklin Savings Bank has promoted Mariah Labbe to consumer loan officer at its Jay branch. Labbe has spent her nearly eight years at Franklin Savings Bank learning the intricacies of the lending process. Her comprehensive understanding of the industry and her dedication to helping customers achieve their financial goals make her an ideal […]

LOVELL — Rhyan Paquereau has been named conservation director at the Greater Lovell Land Trust. He will oversee the management of the more than 7,500 acres under conservation: developing plans for the management and improvement of Trust properties for public access, stewarding conservation easements, and managing seasonal and other supporting staff. Paquereau served as interim […]

JAY — OTIS Federal Credit Union has donated $5,000 to the Western Maine Labor Council which purchased the Local 14 Union Hall at 6 Intervale Road. This donation will go toward renovations and preservation of the building’s historical artwork. The Western Maine Labor Council, formerly headquartered in Lewiston, is comprised of labor unions whose members […]