FARMINGTON — Franklin Savings Bank has promoted longtime employee Cortany Tinker to consumer loan officer. Tinker has been an integral part of the bank’s team for nearly 17 years and has consistently demonstrated exceptional dedication, expertise, and commitment to providing outstanding service to our valued customers. “Cortany’s banking knowledge is pronounced,” said Lorna Niedner, SVP, […]
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Skowhegan Savings Bank announces executive vice president promotions
Skowhegan Savings Bank has announced that Vicki Alward, chief risk officer, and Dan Tilton, head of sales and customer relations, have been promoted to executive vice president. “Skowhegan Savings’ long-term legacy and financial strength is due to historic leadership that has always been focused on community, fiscal responsibility and doing what is best by our […]
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Day’s Jewelers’ vice president of marketing receives Jewelers of America’s 20 Under 40 recognition
WATERVILLE — Nikia Levesque, Day’s Jewelers’ vice president of marketing, was named as one of the recipients of Jewelers of America’s 20 Under 40 in Jewelry Retail list. Jewelers of America’s 20 Under 40, which was launched in 2022, is a recognition program that celebrates young professionals who exemplify leadership skills and a commitment to […]
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HealthReach welcomes returning Physician Assistant Cory Miller
This June, the clinical team at HealthReach Community Health Centers will welcome the return of Cory Miller, PA, to its network of health care practices. Miller will provide Substance Use Disorder treatments and services to patients of HealthReach’s practices located in Bingham, Livermore Falls and Richmond. He completed his master’s degree in physician assistant studies […]
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Farmington hospital presents Nursing and Direct Care Professional Awards
FARMINGTON — On May 11, after days of special activities in coordination with National Nurses Week, nursing leaders and peers recognized 12 Franklin Memorial Hospital nursing and direct care professionals who selflessly dedicate and contribute to the advancement of patient care and healing through the organization’s annual Nursing Excellence and Nursing Care Partner awards. The event […]
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2022-2023 Leadership Institute for Executive Directors announced
The Maine Association of Nonprofits has announced the graduating class for its 2022-2023 Leadership Institute for Executive Directors: • Ashleigh Barker, The Progress Center, Inc. • Andrea Berry, Wild Seed Project • Rebecca Boulos, Maine Public Health Association • Julie Bourgoin, Worthington Scholarship Foundation • Adrienne Carmack, Hardy Girls • Susan Giambalvo, Caring Unlimited • […]
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Mainebiz to bring together industry experts on June 7
PORTLAND — Mainebiz is scheduled to hold its annual Mainebiz Health Care Forum from 7:30-10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 7, at the DoubleTree By Hilton Hotel. This year’s topic is Access to Care: the challenges, opportunities and tools for Maine employers. Mainebiz has brought together a panel of executives to talk about the tools our health […]
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Maine State Credit Union, partners, community raises more than $60,000 to end hunger in Maine
AUGUSTA — Maine State Credit Union, local hunger organizations and the community joined together to end hunger in Maine on April 22 at the 18th annual Maine State Credit Union FeedME 5K at Capitol Park. The event raised more than $60,000 to help 30 local organizations provide food assistance to local Mainers in need. “The […]
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Friends of the Cobbossee Watershed welcome new executive director
The Friends of the Cobbossee Watershed, a nonprofit located in Winthrop, has hired Tom Mullin as its executive director. “We are extremely proud to introduce our talented and committed new executive director to the Cobbossee Watershed,” said Elizabeth Neale, president of the FOCW’s board of directors, according to a news release from Mercedes Arnold, FOCW […]
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Dirigo Labs wins Stage One of 2023 Growth Accelerator Fund Competition
Dirigo Labs is a Stage One winner for the 2023 Growth Accelerator Fund Competition. The Waterville-based accelerator will receive a $50,000 cash prize to build strategic partnerships supporting the launch, growth and scale of STEM/R&D-focused small businesses by creating an SBIR/STTR media lab, according to a news release from the U.S. Small Business Administration. Dirigo […]