NORWAY — The Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine has hired Kelsey Brockett as cancer resource navigator, a position grant-funded by the Maine Cancer Foundation. The Waterford resident will team up with oncology social worker Stephanie LeBlond to assist with the emotional, financial and basic needs of cancer patients in Oxford County and surrounding towns. […]
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Norway land trust names interim director
NORWAY — Western Foothills Land Trust has named Kelli Shedd its interim executive director, replacing Kacy Bailey. Bailey started as the trust’s deputy director in 2022 and became executive director the following year. While serving as the organization’s leader for a relatively short time, her leadership and dedication have brought a new level of professionalism […]
Rumford bank’s longtime commercial loan officer retires
RUMFORD — After more than 23 years, Rich Allen, vice president and senior commercial loan officer at Franklin Savings Bank’s Rumford branch, is retiring. Throughout his tenure, Allen has fostered strong client relationships, driving economic growth and mentoring colleagues throughout western Maine. His dedication most recently earned Franklin Savings Bank recognition with FAME’s 2024 Lender […]
Auburn woman joins Fontaine Family Team
AUBURN — Jaime Brochu has joined Fontaine Family — The Real Estate Leader’s Auburn team. Brochu, grew up in Greene and attended Leavitt High School. She had an 11-year career with Norway Savings Bank as the loan operations assistant manager and assistant vice president for mortgage originations. A resident of Auburn, she holds a sales […]
Brickyard Hollow opens pop-up location at SugarLoaf Mountain
CARRABASSETT VALLEY — Brickyard Hollow has opened a pop-up location at Sugarloaf Mountain. Operating through April 1 at 5092 Access Rd, Village West Condo A, the site offers pizzas and craft brews.
Lewiston company chosen as elite dealer
LEWISTON — Budget Document Technology is among 118 companies chosen as an elite dealer by ENX Magazine. This is the fifth time Budget Document Technology has been cited among the nation’s top office technology dealerships. “We’re honored to once again be recognized as a 2024 ENX Elite Dealer. This distinction highlights the dedication and passion […]
Snowsuits purchased for Lewiston children
The Auburn Better Homes and Gardens/Masiello Real Estate Group recently donated about 30 snowsuits for children ages 3 to 5 at the Promise Early Education Center.
Lisbon Community Federal Credit Union promotes 2
LISBON — Lisbon Community Federal Credit Union has promoted Kristi Foss to Lisbon branch manager and Tracy Collins to risk mitigation manager. Foss, who recently served as teller supervisor in the Lisbon office, has spent 18 years with the organization. In her new role she will manage branch operations and mentor her team. Collins has […]
Norway Savings Bank commits $15K to community garden
NORWAY — Norway Savings Bank is continuing its support of the Alan Day Community Garden with a $15,000 commitment over three years, including a $5,000 check last month. The garden organization also offers a Community Supported Agriculture program, hosts the Norway Farmers’ Market throughout the summer, operates a free food pantry, and provides community meals […]
Norway Savings Bank names new market manager
NORWAY — Norway Savings Bank has promoted Carter Loring-Lessard to assistant vice president, market manager for Windham and Gray. The Auburn resident arrived at the bank in 2018 as a personal banker and was promoted to supervisor of the Bridgton branch in 2021. In 2022, he was appointed branch manager in Windham. Loring-Lessard has served […]