TOPSHAM — Shawn Cox, of Servpro of Bath/Brunswick, recently joined a record number of fellow Servpro franchise owners at Servpro’s 43rd annual national convention. According to a news release, the convention was held at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort in Orlando, Fla. Servpro is an industry leader in disaster cleanup, restoration and […]

FREEPORT — The Maine Innkeepers Association (MEIA) has partnered with Sprague Operating Resources LLC to introduce a discounted natural gas program to MEIA members, MEIA Executive Director Greg Dugal recently announced. Sprague announced the same discount will also be extended to members of the Maine Restaurant Association. Sprague has more than 20 years of natural […]

TOPSHAM — For wireless customers looking to make the switch to a smartphone or tablet or simply upgrade their device, U.S. Cellular will offer a free device workshop on Aug. 28, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., at 11 Winners Circle in Topsham. U.S. Cellular associates will help attendees get the most out of the […]

YARMOUTH — DeLorme, an innovation leader in personal satellite messaging, tracking and navigation technology, recently announced the introduction of the 2012 Digital Atlas of the Earth (DAE 2012), the first-ever 1:125,000 scale seamless topographic map with consistent coverage of the world. “DAE 2012 provides an unprecedented level of detail and consistency in worldwide map data, […]

PORTLAND — KeyBank recently announced that it has launched a management training and development program in Maine for individuals interested in pursuing careers in banking leadership. According to a news release, the goal of the Management Associate Program is to attract, develop and retain a talented and diverse pool of associates to build Key’s banking […]

BRUNSWICK — Mid Coast Hospital, CHANS Home Health Care, Mid Coast Senior Health Center, and Thornton Oaks Retirement Community employees were recognized for their hard work and dedication during two receptions held in June. According to a news release, Mid Coast’s senior administration presented nearly 250 individuals with awards, celebrating milestone service anniversaries in five-year […]

A month into the beginning stages of outfitting New York’s subway system with Wi-Fi, residents say they’re using it. The city transit system along with Transit Wireless and Boingo Wireless are providing free wireless in six stations. Both companies see it as a great way to advertise. Google Offers is the first to sponsor free […]

U.S. employers posted the most job openings in four years in June, a positive sign that hiring may pick up. The Labor Department said Tuesday job openings rose to a seasonally adjusted 3.8 million in June, up from 3.7 million in May. That’s the most since July 2008. Layoffs fell. The data follow Friday’s report […]

BIDDEFORD — The University of New England recently named John Norton vice president for institutional advancement. As chief development officer, Norton will lead UNE’s fundraising, alumni relations, major gifts, and planned giving efforts. He will join UNE on Sept. 18. UNE President Danielle Ripich said in a news release, “John has an outstanding record of […]