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Northern Light Health joins Health Care Climate Council

Displaying continued commitment to the health of its patients, colleagues, and community, Northern Light Health has been selected as the newest member of the Health Care Climate Council. Northern Light is leading the way in minimizing its environmental effects while providing excellent care in a sustainable manner. Northern Light’s focus on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions […]

FINANCIAL FOCUS: Why see a financial advisor?

Submitted by Rachael Siegfriedt Investing for your future is important – but it can be challenging. How can you navigate the complexities of the financial markets and make the right decisions for your situation? Fortunately, you don’t have to go it alone. A financial advisor can help you in these key areas: • Developing a […]

ShineOnCass announces scholarship

The ShineOnCass Foundation announces a new $1,000 ShineOnCass Community Ser­vice Scholarship to be awarded annually to one area high school senior who makes service and kindness part of their everyday life. The scholarship is created in honor and memory of Cassidy Charette, a longtime volunteer in the central Maine community and former Messalonskee High School […]

OBITUARIES for Thursday, March 21, 2024

MICHAEL A. THIBODEAU FAIRFIELD – Michael Allen Thibodeau, 70, of Fairfield, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Mike, “Sparky” as he was known by friends and colleagues, was a master electrician bringing light into people’s lives and homes throughout Maine for the past 40 years. He was a dedicated, skilled and conscientious businessman. The only […]

A Maine rarity comes to China

by Bob Bennett Many of we older Mainers spent much of our winters as kids outside, sliding down long hills on toboggans and other “vehicles” with runners. In some parts of our state, especially along the Downeast coast, one of the more widely seen sleds was known as a Cape Racer. While I haven’t found […]

New Dimensions FCU has record-breaking impact on volunteerism

New Dimensions FCU has demonstrated its commitment to the philosophy of People Helping People by volunteering their personal time and assistance to local communities each year. In 2023, the credit union recorded an outstanding 1,994.75 hours of personal volunteer time, surpassing all other credit unions of its asset size across Maine. Since 2018, the Maine […]