AUGUSTA — Gov. Janet Mills and the Maine Emergency Medical Services Board have awarded the 2023 Maine EMS Governor’s Award to Tom Judge, founder and executive director of LifeFlight of Maine, and Dr. Norm Dinerman, founder and medical director of LifeFlight of Maine. LifeFlight is a nonprofit, statewide critical care medical transport service jointly owned […]
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Lewiston/Auburn native joins local law firm
LEWISTON — Grady Burns has joined the law firm of Skelton Taintor & Abbott as an associate attorney. A lifelong member of the Lewiston-Auburn community and former Auburn city councilor, Burns is bringing his practice to Lewiston after spending several years at a large firm in Portland. He attended the University of Maine at Farmington […]
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Community college offers free summer trainings
AUBURN — The Center for Workforce and Professional Development at Central Maine Community College is offering two free trainings starting this month. June 13 to Aug. 10: Refrigeration 608, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3-6 p.m. Upon completion, students will be able to identify the components and explain the application and operation of the basic refrigeration […]
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Lewiston’s Assessing Department has new senior appraiser
LEWISTON — Ashley Faucher is the city’s new senior appraiser, having obtained her Certified Maine Assessor designation. “It’s a very difficult exam, and only a few people a year receive the certification,” Lewiston Chief Assessor William Healey said. “Ashley should be very proud. She has a bright future in the assessing field.” The eight-hour Certified […]
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Norway Savings Bank receives Best Wellness Employer award
NORWAY — Norway Savings Bank, for the fifth year in a row, has been recognized as a Best Wellness Employer. Wellness Workdays, a provider of corporate wellness programs, in collaboration with experts from the Harvard Medical School, bestowed the honor. The designation includes gold certification, the highest level achievable, and recognizes businesses and organizations committed […]
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Oxford Federal Credit Union wins social responsibility award
MEXICO — Oxford Federal Credit Union received the Desjardins Youth Financial Education Award at the Maine Credit Union League’s annual convention May 19 in Portland. It won first place for its asset size category in the state and will be entered in the Credit Union National Association competition later this year. The award recognizes how […]
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National multiple sclerosis society lauds Lewiston doctor
LEWISTON — Dr. Alison Daigle, a provider of care for people living with multiple sclerosis in Lewiston, has been recognized as a Neurologic Care Partner through the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s Partners in MS Care program. This recognition honors Daigle’s commitment to providing exceptional, coordinated MS care. St. Mary’s Neurology Associates’ clinicians demonstrate a wealth […]
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Brickyard Hollow opens new brewery, with pizza, in New Gloucester
NEW GLOUCESTER — Brickyard Hollow Brewing Co. opened its latest brewpub and pizzeria Monday at 437 Lewiston Road. The operation, which also has a restaurant/brewery in Yarmouth, offers artisanal craft pizza and craft beers. This space will allow Brickyard Hollow to continue brewing its signature craft beers, while also expanding its offerings with one-off and […]
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Bonnie Aleck joins Farmington firm
FARMINGTON — Financial consultant Bonnie Aleck has joined the Western Mountain Financial Services team. Aleck brings over 36 years of professional experience in the financial services industry, serving communities in the River Valley. Western Mountain Financial Services is locally owned and located at 189 Main St. The firm offers services such as investment and retirement […]
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Palliative medicine center appoints two for Nurse Practitioner Fellowship
LEWISTON — The Maine Center for Palliative Medicine, an offering of Androscoggin Home Healthcare + Hospice, has appointed two people for this year’s Nurse Practitioner Fellowship. The fellowship aims to provide specialized training in hospice and palliative care, equipping nurse practitioners with the skills and knowledge needed to deliver compassionate and effective patient-centered care. Amy […]