Founder Jeremy Hiltz and Recovery Connections of Maine receive annual award from city of Lewiston for dedication to helping those recovering from addiction.
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Kudos: Through cancer battle, ‘Jimbo’ Marston continues fundraising for Make-A-Wish
An annual event put on by the longtime publisher of Uncle Andy’s Digest has raised nearly $500,000.
Christine Berry retires after changing Maine’s mental health landscape
Kudos: Berry is responsible for establishing three “clubhouse” programs across the state, which prioritize social and education wellness, and employment opportunities. She’s retiring after 35 years in the field.
Kudos: Cathy Carey kindles relationships volunteering at women’s center
Opportunity at the Center for Wisdom’s Women in Lewiston proves rewarding in retirement.
Darlene Conant and ‘Salt & Light’ look to establish Auburn community center
Kudos: New organization plans to open community center in an area that struggles with poverty.
Kudos: Auburn lauds volunteers going the ‘extra mile’
Todd Whitcomb and Jolene Girouard given ‘Extra Mile’ awards by the city of Auburn this month for their years of volunteerism.
Kudos: Debra York and the fight for recovery
York’s nonprofit, An Angel’s Wing, is part of a growing awareness of the far-reaching impacts of the opioid epidemic.
Frank Danforth delivers food, friendship and favors
Kudos: Meals on Wheels delivered a record number of lunches last year.
Kudos: Trinity sends 200 families back-to-school shopping
Participating families given gift cards to Marden’s and Quiet City Books to buy clothing and supplies.
Kudos: Barbara Hughes and the art of ‘keeping busy’
Lewiston woman, 82, logs more than 1,500 volunteer hours in the past year. That is just one of her hobbies.