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Thursday, March 13, 2025Website Strategies for Small Businesses to Thrive During Economic Downturns
Economic downturns don’t just tighten wallets — they force small businesses into a delicate balancing act between survival and growth. Your website, often the first point of contact for potential customers, can become both shield and sword if approached strategically. It’s not just about looking professional; it’s about shaping experiences that inspire confidence, answer unspoken needs, and make your business indispensable. With the right blend of creativity, adaptability, and customer-first thinking,
Thursday, March 13, 2025Pet of the Week: Willard (3/13/2025)
PET OF THE WEEK I am Willard, here we sing - AWOOO! If you’re looking for a backup vocalist, I’m your guy! I’m also affectionately known to the staff here as Willie or Squillard. Other than my beautiful singing, you may also notice a little hitch in my step. I recently had to have hip surgery to fix an existing injury from before my time at the shelter. I am the sweetest, gentlest dog with a great temperament. I’m also a bit goofy and love to show off my playful side! My ideal home will be mindful of
Thursday, March 13, 2025Bar Harbor Bank & Trust Employees Present More Than $22,000 in Donations to Ten Community: 3/13/2025
Bar Harbor Bank & Trust Employees Present More Than $22,000 in Donations to Ten Community Organizations Bar Harbor, Maine – Bar Harbor Bank & Trust employees recently presented more than $22,000 in donations collected through the Bank’s employee-driven charitable giving program, Casual for a Cause, to ten organizations serving communities in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. The recipients of the donations collected during the fourth quarter of 2024 are: MaineFarm TomorrowHancock County Habitat for
Wednesday, March 12, 2025The 14th Annual Hancock County Food Drive Begins April 1: 3/12/2025
The 14th Annual Hancock County Food Drive Begins April 1 Ellsworth. The 14th Annual Hancock County Food Drive will kick off with a county-wide food collection and fundraising event on Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Keep an eye out for Food Drive volunteers, dressed in fruit and vegetable costumes, who will be stationed outside grocery stores across the county to collect food donations, raise funds, and rally excitement for the Food Drive, which runs April 1 - 30, 2025. The Hancock
Tuesday, March 11, 2025TWO DECADES STRONG: FIRST HOOP DONATES $40,350 IN LANDMARK YEAR 3/11/2025
TWO DECADES STRONG: FIRST HOOP DONATES $40,350 IN LANDMARK YEAR Photo caption: First National Bank presenting MDI High School with a check for $2,800 from the First Hoop program.As the Maine high school basketball season has come to a close, First National Bank is pleased to report the successful results of their signature athletic programming sponsorship “First Hoop”. Designed to promote team spirit and fan participation, First Hoop was launched in 2005 by First National Bank. Since its inception,
Thursday, March 06, 2025Pet of the Week: Doc (3/6/2025)
&##128062; Pet of the Week: Meet Doc! &##128062; Say hello to Doc, the most playful little panther you’ll ever meet! This adorable black kitten is full of energy and loves chasing wand toys (and, honestly, anything that moves). After a good round of zoomies, Doc turns into a total cuddle bug, ready to snuggle up until it's time for another play session. Doc would love a home with plenty of toys and humans who adore him. He enjoys hanging out with his brother and has had fun playing with other kittens,
Thursday, February 27, 2025Pet of the Week: Placido (2/27/2025)
PET OF THE WEEK Placido is an adorable, fluffy little guy who is around 9-10 months old and looking for a patient, loving home where he can continue to learn and grow. He came from a situation where he wasn’t introduced to leashes or collars, so everything is still very new to him. Thanks to the dedicated staff at the shelter, he’s making progress and learning to enjoy his outdoor adventures. Placido is working on potty training and does well with reusable pee pads (though he prefers shredding the
Wednesday, February 26, 2025Bar Harbor Bank & Trust Accepting Applications from Graduating High School Seniors for 2025
Bar Harbor Bank & Trust Accepting Applications from Graduating High School Seniors for 2025 Career & Technical Education Scholarship Bar Harbor, Maine – Bar Harbor Bank & Trust is currently accepting applications for the Bank’s 2025 Career & Technical Education Scholarship. The $1,000 scholarship is awarded to income-eligible high school seniors who attend a technical career program as part of their high school curriculum and are planning to attend a college or technical school in the academic year
Monday, February 24, 2025Temporary closures for peregrine falcon nesting in Acadia National Park 2/24/2025
By providing adequate nesting space to Peregrine Falcon chicks, like the one pictured here, you are helping protect this important species. NPS PhotoBAR HARBOR, Maine - To provide peregrine falcons adequate space for nesting, the National Park Service will temporarily close areas including Penobscot East Trail, Jordan Cliffs Trail, Precipice Trail, and Valley Cove Trail in Acadia National Park on March 1 until further notice.Research has shown that nesting peregrine falcons are particularly vulnerable to
Thursday, February 20, 2025Pet of the Week: Rorschach (2/20/2025)
For those familiar with the Rorschach inkblot test, it is a psychological test that uses inkblots to assess a person's personality and emotional functioning. Well, if you adopt Rorschach the cat, it’s psychologically proven that you have excellent taste in cats! Rorschach is a sweet, affectionate girl who is ready to find a home where she can be showered with love and attention! At about a year old, she’s the perfect mix of playful and cuddly—young enough to enjoy zooming around and chasing toys, but
