LEWISTON — People considering purchasing buildings with residential rental units, or current owners who want to enhance their skills and knowledge, are encouraged to attend “Owning and Managing Residential Rental Properties,” presented by Coastal Enterprises, Inc., with the support of Maine- Housing. According to a news release, the course will be held May 24, from […]

HARPSWELL — Real estate agents are often heard saying that the three most important words are “location, location, location.” Well, there’s a place in Harpswell with a location — and a view of Casco Bay — worth discovering. The prime spot is the Bailey Island Motel — an 11-unit oasis of rest and relaxation — with […]

HARPSWELL — The Harpswell Business Association’s monthly meeting will take place May 9 at the Harpswell Inn on Lookout Point Road, according to a news release. The meet and greet portion will begin at 6:30 p.m., while the business meeting starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call the Harpswell Inn at 833-5509 or email […]

WESTBROOK — Coinciding with the conclusion of National Volunteer Week, Maine’s credit unions have released the final results of volunteer efforts by Maine’s credit unions in 2011. The Maine Credit Union League coordinates a statewide tracking of volunteer time contributed by Maine credit unions through its Credit Unions Share for ME program. The results reveal […]

WISCASSET — Christmas Cove Designs will host the next Wiscasset Area Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours on Thursday, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at 438 Middle Road (Route 127) in Dresden at the former Lilly’s Market. Christmas Cove Designs manufactures holiday knitware and accessories sold locally and worldwide. During the chamber event, a tour […]

SOUTH PORTLAND — On May 17, the Maine Real Estate & Development Association will hold its Spring Conference, presenting national and local planning experts who think about large-scale urban issues. According to a news release, speakers include Christopher Leinberger, a visiting fellow with the Metropolitan Policy Program at the Brookings Institute and president of LOCUS, […]

AUBURN — The Maine chapter of the Construction Financial Management Association is conducting a twohour education session titled “Reduce Risk of Loss — Prequalify!” on May 15, beginning at 2 p.m. at the Martindale Country Club in Auburn. According to a news release, the program will focus on managing risks associated with subcontractor default through […]

GARDINER — Coastal Enterprises, Inc., a nonprofit community development organization, with the support of Maine State Housing Authority, will offer the firsttime homebuyer seminar on Mondays and Wednesdays, May 14, 16, 21 and 23, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at Gardiner Area High School. The purpose of the course is to help people prepare for […]