Kristin Aiello of Aiello Law in Hallowell recently received the 2023 Attorney Change Agent Award and was named a 2023 Super Lawyer. Disability Rights Maine presented Aiello with the award Oct. 12 during DRM’s 20th annual celebration at the Hilton Garden Inn in Freeport. In addition to receiving the Change Agent Award, Aiello was selected […]
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New Northern Light Primary Care doctor comes home to care for his community
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Inside the meeting of Republican electors who sought to thwart Biden’s election win in Georgia
A December 2020 meeting of Republican electors in Georgia is a central part of the case against Donald Trump and 18 other people accused of conspiring to overturn Joe Biden’s 2020 electoral win in the state.
Americans’ faith in institutions has been sliding for years. The chaos in Congress isn’t helping
The dysfunction in the House as two wars rage abroad and a budget crisis looms at home is feeding into a longer-term pessimism about the country’s core institutions.
Hunter Biden prosecutor to appear for closed-door congressional testimony, sources say
David Weiss is set to appear for a transcribed interview before members of the House Judiciary Committee on Nov. 7, two people familiar with the matter said Friday.
Egypt’s border crossing opens to let a trickle of desperately needed aid into besieged Gaza
Just 20 trucks were allowed in, an amount that aid workers said was insufficient to address the unprecedented humanitarian crisis in Gaza.