With as much as our communities have been through over the last several weeks, and as I run into more and more people affected by the tragedy in Lewiston and throughout Maine, I’ve decided to write my typical Thanksgiving column a few weeks early. I think we all could use some good news, and there […]
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Midcoast Youth Center receives new electric car from Lee Auto Malls in Topsham
Midcoast Youth Center in Bath has a new, all-electric vehicle to support its mission to help at-risk youth, courtesy of Lee Auto Malls. Adam Lee, Lee Auto Malls chairperson, presented Maine Youth Center’s Executive Director Jamie Dorr with the keys to a new 2023 Toyota bZ4X, Toyota’s first all-electric SUV, at Lee Toyota of Topsham […]
From the Chamber: Start with a step — 5 ways to ease back in
Maine is a well-connected state, and you don’t need to live near Lewiston, Lisbon or Bowdoin to be affected by this tragedy, but we do, and that makes it all the more impactful on our mindsets, our piece of mind and our aching hearts. This will not go away soon, nor should it, as we […]
From the Chamber: Bath-Brunswick Chamber urges no on Question 3
The executive board of the Bath-Brunswick Regional Chamber, with the support of the chamber’s Government Liaisons Committee, is urging Maine voters to reject Pine Tree Power by voting no on Question 3 on Nov. 7. Additionally, as Questions 1 and 2 are related to Question 3, the BBRC also has made a suggested consideration for […]
Bath-Brunswick Respite Care executive director to retire after 30 years
Bath-Brunswick Respite Care Executive Director Nancy Herk recently announced her plans to retire at the end of December after leading the organization for nearly 30 years. During that time, the annual client base has grown 10-fold and the number of services offered by the organization has also expanded greatly, to provide counseling for caregivers and […]
Brunswick antique shop celebrating 27 years in business
Cabot Mill Antiques is celebrating 27 years in business with 20% off storewide discounts from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 4 and 5. The event-filled shopping weekend will include refreshments, door prizes and gift certificates. Located in the Fort Andross building at 14 Maine St., Brunswick, Cabot Mill Antiques offers an array of […]
From the Chamber: Some unsolicited advice on engagement and the value of time
How’re you doing? Let me guess. Tired, you’re tired. You’re too stretched and too stressed and even on Mondays you’re waiting on Friday to come so you can shed the worries of the week and get in your comfy clothes, and eat some comfort food and just detach. Sure, you have invitations for events to […]
Bath Savings adds two new board members
Bath Savings President and CEO Glenn Hutchinson recently announced the election of Jeffrey Geiger and Lois Skillings to the board of trustees. A Bath resident, Geiger holds degrees in naval architecture and marine engineering. His extensive career in the shipbuilding industry includes serving as president of both Bath Iron Works and Electric Boat before retiring […]
From the Chamber: 10 reasons to be excited for the Midcoast Tree Festival
Our office is buzzing as we prepare for our biggest season of the year — not autumn but Midcoast Tree Festival season. Is it odd to call a two-weekend event a season? Maybe. But it truly feels like that, because so much planning goes into this great event and, with its annual growth, MTF 2023 […]
From the Chamber: 5 important October event dates
As many have now settled into their fall routines, it’s time to re-engage with some of the business networking events that have so much value to our local businesses. Here are five October events that can help grow your connections and your brand. Drinks with Neighbors, Oct. 10 Have you seen what’s been happening in […]