LEWISTON — Norway Savings Bank donated $3,000 to the Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project in March, the latest contribution in over a decade of support. For over 30 years, the Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project has served as far more than just an organization that helps immigrants in Maine improve their legal status. It has fought for […]
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High Peaks Alliance names new director of engagement
FARMINGTON — The High Peaks Alliance has named Amanda Laliberte its new director of engagement. She aims to create awareness of the alliance’s ongoing projects, promote membership, and liaise between the community and the association. The Franklin County native’s goal is to foster a sense of ownership and commitment among individuals toward conserving access to […]
Franklin Memorial Hospital presents BEE Award
FARMINGTON — David Scammon received the BEE (Be Exceptional Every Day) Award at Franklin Memorial Hospital on March 7 in recognition of his nonnursing care. A nutrition representative, Scammon was nominated by two colleagues: Susan Loughrey, the director of physical rehabilitation and sports medicine, and Emily Clemens, a nurse on the medical/surgical unit. Loughrey said […]
Maine recreation association recognizes Lewiston employee
LEWISTON — The Maine Recreation and Park Association honored Nicole Welch, Lewiston’s recreation director, with its William V. Haskell Distinguished Professional of the Year Award on March 18 during its annual meeting in Rockland. “When Nicole was hired in the city almost three years ago, at the time the position was under the Public Works […]
New pediatric providers at Central Maine Medical Center accepting patients
LEWISTON — Three new pediatric providers at Central Maine Medical Center, part of Central Maine Healthcare, are accepting new patients. The addition significantly addresses the recent shortage of pediatric services in the central Maine region, according to a Central Maine Healthcare news release. Molly Skog is a nurse practitioner who received her undergraduate degree from […]
April workshops to connect women to construction, forestry careers
AUGUSTA — New Ventures Maine is set to offer two free, 60-minute online workshops in April that are designed for women to explore high-wage trade careers in Maine. Connecting Women to Construction Careers runs from 6-7 p.m. Thursday, April 4. Connecting Women to Forestry Careers runs from 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, April 9. Both workshops provide […]
Health Affiliates Maine hires new business management director
AUBURN — Health Affiliates Maine has hired Bryan Kahn as its director of business management. Kahn brings over 12 years of experience in health care management, as well as over 16 years in financial management. In his new role, Kahn will be responsible for overseeing Health Affiliates Maine’s business operations, including financial management, strategic planning […]
Staffing agency opens Lewiston-Auburn office
AUBURN — Working Fields, a mission-based staffing agency headquartered in Vermont, is opening its first regional office in Maine at 95 Main St. This location offers an open-door policy Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. “Working Fields history of serving employers in need of a qualified workforce while simultaneously providing workforce counseling […]
Androscoggin Bank names assistant vice president
Androscoggin Bank has appointed Mohamed Mohamed its newest assistant vice president, community banker. Mohamed brings over seven years of experience in finance, operations and development. Mohamed joined the Lewiston/Auburn community as a New Mainer in 2012 and worked at Bangor Savings Bank prior to joining Androscoggin. He is involved in several local committees, serving as […]
St. Dominic Academy names new Auburn campus principal
AUBURN — Saint Dominic Academy has named Kathy Martin as the new principal of its Auburn campus. She will assume the role this fall. Martin has had a career of more than 20 years as an educator and leader. Since 2017, she has served as the assistant superintendent and director of curriculum, assessment and instruction […]