BRUNSWICK Cabot Mill Antiques will be celebrating 20 years in business with 20 percent off storewide discounts this Saturday and Sunday. This festive event will include refreshments, presentations, door prizes and gift certificates. Located in restored historic Fort Andross on the Androscoggin River at 14 Maine St. in Brunswick, the antique mall is conveniently located […]

BRUNSWICK Cory King has always been a people person. That was quite evident as soon as he took on the role of executive director at the Southern Midcoast Maine Chamber in May. Whether it’s a town council meeting or a barbecue on the Brunswick Mall, King is there ready to help the community be the […]

HONG KONG Private and official surveys showed Tuesday that China’s factory activity rose last month to its highest level in more than two years, suggesting the world’s No. 2 economy is stabilizing. The Caixin monthly purchasing managers’ index climbed to 51.2 in October from 50.1 the previous month. The report found that production grew at […]

SMMC OFFICIAL STANCE ON QUESTIONS 2 AND 4 After surveying the membership, the Southern Midcoast Maine Chamber is urging Maine citizens to vote “no” on Question 2: The 3 percent surcharge on incomes over $200,000. SMMC works with business owners daily and understands the importance of a quality education. Our students of today are our […]

BRUNSWICK — Starting Monday, Nov. 7, New Ventures Maine will offer “My Money Works,” a free five-week class to help you gain the skills and confidence to stretch your money, pay your bills, reduce your debt, find money for savings, plan for retirement, and set personal financial goals. The class will be held on Mondays […]

LISBON — The Lisbon Credit Union recently announced the latest Rockstar Award winner for the third quarter of 2016 is Diane Whitten. Whitten was rewarded with a trophy, $50 and a paid day off. Nomination comments included praise for her positive relationship with members, and her flexibility to assist fellow employees when help is needed. […]

NORWAY — Norway Savings Bank is requesting submissions for its Lights, Camera, Save! video contest. The contest, organized by the American Bankers Association Foundation, is a national, bank-driven competition that encourages teens to use video to communicate the value of saving and inspire others to become lifelong savers. “Lights, Camera, Save! is an opportunity for […]

PORTLAND — The pioneering Superfood energy bar brand Redd recently introduced two new bars at the Natural Products Expo East show in Baltimore, Maryland. Peanut Butter and Oatmeal join the cult-like favorite Chocolate, which has attracted energy-starved consumers seeking a 100 percent natural snack to sustain their active lives. One of the ways Redd rises […]

EAST BOOTHBAY — Hodgdon Yachts recently announced the appointment of Audrey Hodgdon as the company’s new director of Sales and Marketing. She is the sixth generation member of the Hodgdon family to work at the company and for the past two years has been the marketing manager. She joins a sales team that includes Cyril […]

BRUNSWICK — The Genesis Fund has raised the $475,000 required to receive a matching grant from the Community Development Financial Institution Fund at the U.S. Treasury Department. The award, coupled with donations from individuals, banks, organizations and foundations, created $950,000 in new lending capital for affordable housing and vital community facility projects in Maine. The […]