AUBURN — Skelton Taintor & Abbott announces that attorney Jim Pross, who joined the firm in 2018, has become a partner in the firm. Pross’ practice areas include workers’ compensation law, commercial real estate, municipal and government law, and Social Security disability. He represents employers and employees in workers’ compensation matters. Active in the legal and […]
2019
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Midcoast Humane seeking donations
BRUNSWICK — Midcoast Humane animal shelter depends on donations of supplies to help keep the animals comfortable and healthy while in their care. The shelter is always accepting donations. They will accept a wide variety of items. Animal care supplies • Wet and dry cat and dog food (please donate dye-free brands — call with any questions); […]
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Sears, GE's decline provides hard lesson
WASHINGTON — General Electric and Sears have fallen on hard times, and that tells us a lot about U.S capitalism. Both were once great enterprises — symbols of American ingenuity and imagination. The temptation will be to blame their troubles on mismanagement. The real lesson is starker. It is that no business, no matter how […]
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First Universalist Church of West Paris February worship services
WEST PARIS — Worship services at the First Universalist Church of West Paris are held Sundays at 9 a.m. with refreshments afterward. All are welcome. Feb. 3 — “On the Wings of a Prayer,” led by The Reverend Fayre Stephenson. Whether seeking forgiveness, strength or healing, prayer provides a channel for transformation. At this service the […]
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Jerry elected to SeniorsPlus board
LEWISTON — Cheryl-ann Jerry of Jay has been elected to the board of directors of SeniorsPlus, where she is also on the advisory board. She is owner of Reflexology by CJ in Jay. President of the Jay/Livermore Falls Lions Club, she also teaches line dancing at Fitness Stylz Gym in Livermore Falls. She previously worked […]
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New location for Pelletier Leather
LEWISTON — Pelletier Leather will open Monday, Jan. 21, at its new location, 1288 Lisbon St. Its current location is 850 Main St. Pelletier Leather specializes in auto/marine upholstery, sew-on patches, custom belts, wallets, iPhone cases, custom motorcycle seats, alterations and saddlebag repair. The business is open Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Michael Lynch joins OTELCO
NEW GLOUCESTER — OTELCO announces that Michael Lynch pf Gray has been hired as a sales account executive at the company’s New Gloucester office. Lynch has worked in sales for the past five years, including nearly three years as a retail sales specialist at Time Warner Cable. He is a graduate of the University of […]
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New Ventures workshops announced
LEWISTON — New Ventures Maine, in conjunction with the Lewiston CareerCenter and Lewiston Adult Education, is offering a workshop on writing a resume and preparing for a job interview. First Impressions Matter/Resume and Interview Preparation will be held from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 24, at the Lewiston CareerCenter, 5 Mollison Way, and from […]
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GAHS' available community programs
LEWISTON — The Greater Androscoggin Humane Society (formerly known as the Lewiston-Auburn SPCA) was incorporated as a nonprofit volunteer organization in 1885. Their mission says, “We are committed to strengthening our community by supporting humane care of animals and fostering the human-animal bond.” The shelter accepts lost, stray and privately-owned animals. Being a full service shelter […]
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Briefly: Pets
Registration open for FCAS yard sale FARMINGTON — Franklin County Animal Shelter is holding the 2019 Maine Mega Yard Sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 22, at Farmington Fairgrounds, 292 High St. Folks looking to clean out their garage, basement or attic, and help the Franklin County Animal Shelter at the same […]