LEWISTON — The Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Central Maine Human Resource Association and the Lewiston CareerCenter, will host the next seminar in its Human Resources Series, “Five Strategies for a Stronger Workforce. It will be held from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18, at the chamber conference room, […]
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L-A chamber president Matt Leonard on his first 366 days
LEWISTON — Last month, Matt Leonard walked into the garage of his Auburn home to find it raining overhead. “Someone who resides in my house — it wasn’t me — let the water run for three hours” in a second-floor bathroom, Leonard said. As he stood there, taking in $15,000 worth of damage, the local […]
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Business experts share information, resources for success
JAY — Talk to people, collaborate and reach out to business resources to find out the best way to develop an effective, efficient business plan to start a business or move a business forward. This advice came from keynote speaker Bob Berry, owner and president of Main-Land Development Consultants Inc. in Livermore Falls, and a […]
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LA Law series continues Dec. 10
LEWISTON — The Androscoggin County Chamber of Commerce will present the next workshop in the LA Law series, “Mental Illness in the Workplace,” from noon to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, at the Chamber, 415 Lisbon St. Learn about some of the rules and best practices governing the employment of persons suffering from mental illnesses. Attorney […]
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Local organizations collect gifts for children
LEWISTON — The Androscoggin County Chamber of Commerce and Young Professionals of the Lewiston Auburn Area are teaming up with Androscoggin County Head Start, Advocates for Children, Tri-County Mental Health Services and Safe Voices to brighten the holidays for local families in need. From now until Thursday, Dec. 17, members can donate new toys and […]
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Gerard Proulx
1932 – 2015 SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Gerard Proulx died unexpectedly on Monday, Nov. 2, in Scottsdale, Ariz. He lived a happy and vibrant life and loved being in Arizona. He was born in Nashua, N.H., and was raised in an orphanage after his father left his family upon his birth. He was recruited by the […]
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Auburn City Council talks pros, cons of rail study
AUBURN — City councilors indicated support Monday for chipping in $50,000 for a passenger rail study but were concerned about raising that amount in a short time. More than a dozen people expressed views on the topic for about an hour. The issue was not on the council’s agenda for a vote. Action is expected […]
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SCORE: Make your small business part of the community
One of the most talked about issues in business today is corporate social responsibility, where a company strives to have a positive effect on the public interest. But CSR isn’t just for large companies. Small businesses have a long and proud tradition of “making a difference,” particularly on the local level. The benefits of community […]
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Ambulance Department, Chamber of Commerce on Bethel board agenda
BETHEL — Personnel from Bethel Ambulance Department will ask the Board of Selectmen on Monday for permission to sell some extra equipment. The meeting is set for 7 p.m. March 9 at the Town Office. Town Manager Christine Landes said the board was approached by the department about selling extra stretchers. “The town of Bethel […]
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Bethel to host Maine Moose Festival in June
BETHEL — In six months, thousands of people will gather downtown to see if they are one of the lucky recipients of a moose-hunting permit for 2015. The Bethel Chamber of Commerce and the University of Maine 4-H Camp and Learning Center in Bryant Pond will host the Bethel Maine Moose Festival from June 12 […]