“Dan and I just got to work, utilizing the equipment that we have, what could we offer our clients?” said Greg Young, co-owner of Northeast Event Design out of Lisbon and Auburn.
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Quarantine tourists in Vacationland? Maybe not, after all
Maine leaders consider a ‘layered’ approach instead of a 14-day quarantine for tourists who might be bringing the coronavirus to the state.
Oxford Federal Credit Union donates to six food pantries
MEXICO — Throughout the month of May, Oxford Federal Credit Union, with branches in Mexico and Norway, carried out a campaign called Operation Brighter Days designed to help lift the spirits of their staff, members and communities and remind them that brighter days are ahead, despite the COVID-19 pandemic. The final piece of the operation […]
Two Maine startups collaborate to get more Mainers outdoors
Tree Free Heat, which sells fire starters made of hemp waste, has a deal with Back40, which rents camping gear online.
The Buzz: New $16M solar project proposed for Auburn
• New nine-unit building proposed for Lewiston
• New change proposed for Auburn cannabis business park after “significant interest”
Tabers first in area to open miniature golf course
The popular gathering place overlooking Lake Auburn has policies in place to promote social distancing and limit physical contact.
American Red Cross of Northern New England hires Nicole Evans
LEWISTON — Nicole Evans has joined the American Red Cross of Northern New England as executive director of the Central and Mid Coast Maine Chapter. Evans brings more than 20 years of experience in community impact, development and communications to the role. As the chapter’s executive director, she represents the Red Cross in the community, […]
Wilton woman keeps vision alive to restore rail car diner in Farmington
Rachel Jackson plans to use parts from the original Farmington Diner to restore a similar one.
One-third of U.S.’s record unemployment payout hasn’t arrived
Numbers due to be released on Thursday are forecast to show a jobless rate of 19.5% in May, the highest since the Great Depression.