TOPSHAM — Coastal Enterprises, Inc., a nonprofit community development organization, with the support of Maine State Housing Authority, will offer the firsttime homebuyer seminar on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 10, 12, 17 and 19, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at Mt. Ararat High School in Topsham. The purpose of the course is to help people […]

AUGUSTA — The U.S. Small Business Administration recently recognized Herbert Thomas of Northeast Harbor for his 24 years of service to the SBA. According to a news release, Thomas is retiring from his position as senior area manager for the SBA in Bangor. Maurice Dubé, SBA district director for Maine, said, “Herb has demonstrated a […]

LISBON — The Dunkin’ Donuts restaurant located at 583 Lisbon St. is hosting an American Red Cross blood drive to help increase the blood supply and raise awareness about the need for blood. According to a news release, during January all presenting blood donors in Maine will receive a coupon from Dunkin’ Donuts for a […]

WASHINGTON — Miles Memorial Hospital in Damariscotta was recently named one of three top rural hospitals in the United States for patient safety by the Leapfrog Group. According to a news release, the “Top Hospital” designation is the most competitive national hospital quality award in the country. It recognizes hospitals that deliver the highest quality […]

THOMASTON — Dream Local Digital, a Maine-based digital marketing agency, recently announced the acquisition of Mindboom Media and Mobile Marketing of Maine, two Bangor-based companies serving businesses with social media, lead generation, and local search marketing services. According to a news release, the merged company will operate as Dream Local Digital with combined resources and […]