Northern Light Primary Care in Oakland recently welcomed Gavin Hannon, DO, to its team. Dr. Hannon, who grew up in Oakland, has come back to care for his hometown community. Hannon earned his medical degree from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in Biddeford, and his undergraduate degree from the University of […]
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Brickyard Hollow opens artisanal craft pizza destination in Augusta
AUGUSTA — Brickyard Hollow recently opened a new artisanal craft pizza destination at 1 Stephen King Drive, Suite 10. The eatery hopes patrons will experience an atmosphere entrenched in Augusta’s past, with rustic decor reminiscent of early days and murals spotlighting key landmarks. The menu includes craft beers and freshly baked pizzas. Every artisanal dish, created […]
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Dr. John Franson joins Franklin Health Primary Care
FARMINGTON — John Franson, MD, has joined the medical staff of Franklin Health Primary Care, one of five primary care practices of Franklin Community Health Network. Franson most recently provided care for 21 years at Caribou Memorial Hospital in Soda Springs, Idaho. Besides primary care, his professional interests include upper and lower endoscopy, and dermatology […]
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Sebasticook Valley Federal Credit Union celebrates 70 years of service
PITTSFIELD — Sebasticook Valley Federal Credit Union is celebrating 70 years of service with special anniversary events this week. The credit union began in 1953 as a financial co-op formed by employees at Northeast Shoe Co. in Pittsfield, whose members wished to accumulate savings and build credit. As factory workers with long hours, it was […]
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Gifford’s Skilling named 2023 Maine Business Hall of Fame Laureate
PORTLAND — More than 400 business owners and professionals from across the state gathered for a night dedicated to honoring influential leaders, showcasing students, and celebrating the volunteers and staff of Junior Achievement of Maine. The evening marked the induction of Lindsay Skilling, CEO of Gifford’s Ice Cream in Skowhegan, to the 2023 Maine Business […]
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Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce welcomes Michael Guarino as its new community engagement specialist
Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed Michael Guarino as its new community engagement specialist. Guarino, who was the associate director for the Maine Sports Commission and former community relations director at Snow Pond Center for the Arts in Sidney, has 25 years of tourism, community relations, and event experience in Maine. He currently chairs the […]
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Wall Street’s worst week in a month closes out with more losses
The stock market has been struggling under the weight of the bond market, where the yield on the 10-year Treasury briefly topped 5% late Thursday for the first time since 2007.
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The Island Institute receives grant to boost small business
The Rockland-based organization received a $86,988 grant from the USDA and plans to use the money to support small businesses located on Maine’s island or coastal towns.
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Long lines at gas pump unlikely, but Middle East crisis could disrupt oil supplies, raise prices
International benchmark Brent crude closed at $93 a barrel on Friday, up from $85 on Oct. 6, the day before Hamas attacked Israel.
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$30 million grant to bolster CMP grid a down payment on big projects
The money will be spent installing new devices that allow power to be restored more quickly and often remotely. The limited number of new devices already in service restored power to 74,000 customers in less than five minutes, said CMP.