Diana Winkley
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Angela Coton
Hi there!
We just got the call... and we couldn't wait to tell you!
🎉 For the first time ever, Evolus has approved an exclusive offer allowing us to give NEW patients $100 OFF their very first Jeuveau treatment - We are currently the ONLY practice in the country with this deal!
This special is only available throughout July & August, and once it's gone, it's gone.
Whether you've been thinking about smoothing fine lines, preventing wrinkles, or simply refreshing your look, there has never been a better time to try Jeuveau.
✨ NEW PATIENT SPECIAL
đź’‰ $100 OFF your first Jeuveau treatment
📅 Available July 1 – August 31
⏳ Limited-time offer for first-time Jeuveau patients only.
Already part of the Soothe family?
đź’™ We definitely didn't forget about you.
In fact...we need your help spreading the word!
For every new patient you refer who comes in for this promotion, you'll receive:
✨ $25 Soothe Referral Credit toward your next treatment on top of the $40 Evolus Reward you receive every 90 days!
It's our way of saying thank you for trusting us with your care and for helping others discover Soothe Medical Aesthetics.
đź“ž Appointments are expected to fill quickly, so don't wait!
Call us at 207-877-4090, book online at soothemed.com, or have your friends mention your name when they schedule so we can make sure you receive your referral rewards.
Click HERE to check out the eventbright event we have made for this incredible deal!
We can't wait to welcome some new faces—and reward the amazing patients who have helped us grow from the very beginning.
The Soothe Medical Aesthetics Team
Chris Riley
Sunday, July 12 8:30AM -11:30AM
The 10th Annual Womens Clinic is brought to you by The Central Maine NEMBA Dirt Divas; a women's group dedicated to helping more women get involved in the sport of mountain biking. The goal of this clinic is to give women riders valuable skills for their riding and build a better community of female riders in the region.
The groups will be separated based on self-determined riding level. This is not a determination of fitness, but more of your comfort on a bike and technical riding ability in mixed terrain. Please note that you must provide your own bike and helmet.
*8:30: Registration
*9-11 (or 11:30) ride and instruction time
*Post clinic lunch provided - During lunch there will be discussion about trail side bike maintenance.
*9-11 (or 11:30) ride and instruction time
*Post clinic lunch provided - During lunch there will be discussion about trail side bike maintenance.
Your $30 registration fee is refundable when you arrive. Donations are appreciated, and all funds go directly into local bike trails. Make sure to register before July 8th. For more information and to register: https://www.bikereg.com/bondbrook-womens-clinic
Lisa Davies
Today begins our celebration of 23 years of C&C Realty Management.I've had the privilege of being part of that journey since 2005, and during that time I've watched affordable housing evolve throughout Maine. I've watched developments take shape, financing come together, buildings rise, and communities begin.
And all of those things matter.
But after more than two decades in this industry, I've come to believe the true measure of affordable housing isn't when it's built. It is whether it's still serving residents decades later. That doesn't happen by accident.
It happens because property managers, maintenance professionals, resident service coordinators, compliance specialists, accountants, occupancy teams, owners, and industry partners show up every day to solve problems, support residents, strengthen communities, and protect housing that people depend on.
Development is often the headline. Property management is the story that gets written every day afterward.
As we celebrate C&C's 23rd anniversary this week, I hope you'll join me in recognizing the housing professionals whose work often happens quietly—but whose impact lasts for generations.Housing doesn't preserve itself. People do.
— Lisa Davies
Happy 23rd Anniversary, C&C. 
Theresa Silsby
PALS Cat Shelter is excited to announce a new statewide initiative launching in August 2026: a low-cost spay/neuter mobile clinic (“Spay/Neuter Rig”) that will travel throughout Maine, bringing accessible and affordable veterinary services directly to communities across the state.
This program is designed to reduce barriers to care, support responsible pet ownership, and help control the growing population of stray and unwanted animals in both rural and urban areas.
To make this important service possible, we are currently seeking business sponsors and community partners to help fund operations, outreach, and clinic stops across Maine.
Sponsorship opportunities include:
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Statewide visibility on the mobile clinic bus
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Recognition in press releases and outreach materials
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Promotion through community events and partner networks
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Direct impact on animal welfare and public health across Maine communities
This is a unique chance for businesses to align with a high-impact, visible program that will travel directly into towns and communities statewide, providing a tangible and lasting benefit.
If your business is interested in supporting this initiative or would like more information about sponsorship levels, please contact us directly.
Together, we can expand access to affordable veterinary care and make a meaningful difference for animals and families across Maine.
Please email if interested, development.pals@gmail.com
Patrisha McLean
Patrisha McLean was the guest speaker at the June 9 Rotary Club of Augusta. She shared how she started the statewide nonprofit Finding Our Voices following the domestic violence arrest of her then-husband of 29 years, and how Finding Our Voices now supports women survivors with such programs as financial aid, donated dental care, a weekly online support group, and "Healing Together" retreats.
McLean, CEO of the grassroots nonprofit, is on the far left with Donna Strickler, Ranae L'Italien, Jennifer Fortin, Merry St.Pierre, and Lisa Wardwell.
Lauren Turcotte
The Augusta Colonial Theater in downtown Augusta has officially begun its stage area restoration and expansion project, marking a major milestone in the effort to bring the historic venue back to life.
Supported by $1.5 million in federal funding secured with the help of Senators Collins and King, construction is now underway with JF Scott leading the project.
Originally opened in 1913, the Augusta Colonial Theater served as a movie house for decades and remains one of Augusta’s most recognizable landmarks. The current phase of renovations includes expanding the stage, improving backstage access, increasing overhead fly space, and preparing for future enhancements such as a loading dock.
These upgrades are designed to support live performances and help transform the building into a fully operational cultural center for the community.
As progress continues, the project represents an exciting investment in downtown Augusta and its future as a destination for arts, entertainment, and community events.
Learn more here.
Lauren Turcotte
The Maine Association of (Public Service) Retirees will be holding their Annual Meeting for members and their guests on Wednesday, May 20th, 2026, at the Augusta Civic Center.
Doors open at 8:00 am, with registration from 8:00 am to 9:00 am.
Pre-registration costs $10 per person and includes lunch, or $15 if paying at the door, cash only.
Pre-registration should be done by calling MAR at 207-582-1960 or online at http://www.maineretirees.org.
Scott Wood
Preserve the Past, Inspire the Future—Join KHS Today!
The Kennebec Historical Society (KHS) invites your business to invest in something that lasts—our community’s history.
By becoming a member, you directly support the preservation of the stories, artifacts, and records that define the Kennebec region and connect generations past, present, and future. Your membership helps ensure that our growing collection of photographs, letters, maps, and scrapbooks are not only protected, but accessible for years to come.
Business memberships are affordable and impactful:
- $100 for businesses with 25 or fewer employees
- $150 for businesses with more than 25 employees
Your contribution is 100% tax deductible—and more importantly, it positions your business as a visible supporter of local history.
Join KHS today and play a meaningful role in preserving the legacy of Kennebec County while strengthening your connection to the community you serve.
If you are interested or have questions, contact Scott Wood at kennhis1891@gmail.com or 622-7718.
Patrisha McLean
125 local businesses throughout the Midcoast and Blue Hill Peninsula will be offering special yellow menu and store items for the entire month of July with proceeds benefitting Finding Our Voices and women domestic abuse survivors and their children. Complete listing of participants and their yellow offerings here! https://findingourvoices.net/into-the-light-2026
Michelle Mann
Get ready for Summer with the ASO!
We'll kick things off with our 3rd annual Maine Capital Fourth! This exciting partnership with the Augusta Civic Center is a family-friendly, rain or shine, free event to celebrate community and music together on July 4th. This year, we will be joined by Coda Chorus to add some extra special vocal pieces to our concert lineup! The event starts at 2pm. For the first hour, enjoy music from small ensembles while also playing a game of cornhole, giving in to tempting concession stand food, getting some facepainting done, trying out an orchestral instrument for the first time at our instrument "petting zoo," or entering to have a chance to play with the orchestra or even conduct a piece. Then at 3pm, sit back and enjoy the concert!
This event is all about enjoying a lovely afternoon together, and thanks to your generous support and the support of the Augusta Civic Center, it is a donation-only, free of admission event! Parking is plentiful, the air conditioning is turned up, and the music is familiar and fun!
Later this summer, we'll hold our second annual Augusta Symphony Soirée! This intimate chamber concert and evening gathering, which will have Maestro Park joining us in the ranks as a player, will be held in the Fireside Lounge at UMA on Friday, August 21st at 7pm. More information and tickets will be available on our website soon!
We can't wait to bring a little music to your Maine summer!
David Mckeage
Roof Restore is now offering free roof inspections for homeowners and property owners across the KV Valley and Maine. The company provides roof repair, roof restoration, EPDM rubber roofing, leak repair, roof replacement, ice dam removal, heating cable installation, and snow guard installation.
With roof damage often starting small before becoming expensive, Roof Restore helps property owners identify problems early and choose the right solution, whether that is a repair, restoration, or replacement.
To schedule a free inspection, call 207 572 5745 or visit roofrestore5x.com.
Joel Greenwood
Residents of Readfield, Fayette, Wayne, Mount Vernon, and Belgrade are invited to safely dispose of household hazardous waste at a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event hosted by the Town of Readfield and the Kennebec Valley Council of Governments (KVCOG).
Date: Sunday, July 12th, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Readfield Transfer Station, 14 Recycle Road, Readfield, ME
Accepted materials include:
• Batteries of all types
• Gasoline, diesel, kerosene, and other unwanted fuels
• Household cleaners and chemicals
• Antifreeze and pesticides
• Fluorescent bulbs (CFLs)
• Paint and paint-related products
Pre-registration is required through your local Town Office. Participants will be assigned a designated arrival time. A limit of three units of waste per vehicle applies (one unit equals 5 gallons, 20 pounds, or a combination of the two).
Items not accepted include electronics, recyclables, textiles, trash, pharmaceuticals, commercial waste, explosives, ammunition, and asbestos-containing materials.
For more information, contact Karen Peterson at the Readfield Transfer Station at (207) 685-3144 or visit www.readfieldmaine.gov/transfer-station.
Mary-Kate Murphy
AUGUSTA, ME — United Way of Kennebec Valley (UWKV) is proud to announce Katie and Chris Doherty as co-chairs of the 2026 United Way campaign, launching this September. In this leadership role, the Dohertys will steward UWKV’s long-running community investment effort. As a couple deeply rooted in Kennebec Valley, they will serve as connectors, helping to bring people, businesses, and organizations together to fuel the collective effort behind this year’s campaign theme: “United is the Way.”
Katie, president & CEO of the Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce, and Chris, a golf professional at Brunswick Golf Club, live in Gardiner with their two children, Scarlett and Grayson. Together, they offer a strong track record of leadership, local knowledge, and a shared commitment to strengthening Kennebec Valley. Their responsibilities will include expanding workplace and community giving, growing the Campaign Champions network, and aligning business, nonprofit, school, and civic leaders around UWKV’s mission of uniting people and resources to improve lives in our community.
“This community has given us so much—both personally and professionally,” said Katie. “It’s where we’ve built our careers, our relationships, and where we’re raising our family.”
Brian Heath
Valleepalooza, the annual concert fundraiser to benefit the Travis Mills Foundation, returns to the Thomas College Ice Vault outdoor field on Saturday, July 26, 2026. This year the event will run from 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM, and will feature the return of one of the most talked about Valleepalooza openers, The Eric Grant Band. Making their debut on the Valleepalooza stage this year is Portland-based Americana rock act The Mallett Brothers Band, led by brothers Luke and Will Mallett. Both acts will be opening for the legendary former guitarist and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, Don Felder, best known with his decades of performing with the Eagles.
Along with great music, Valleepalooza features a selection of local Maine food trucks, as well as a beer & wine garden by The Quarry Tap Room. A family-friendly event, bounce houses and cornhole will be available for the kids!
Tickets and more information are currently available at www.valleepalooza.com. All proceeds benefit The Travis Mills Foundation and their work with post-9/11 recalibrated veterans.
Lauren Turcotte
Thomas College will host its Adult Working Canine Training Camp July 19–24, 2026, on campus in Waterville.
This five-day immersive program is open to both new and experienced handlers, as well as those interested in fields such as search-and-rescue, detection, sport competition, and therapeutic service.
Participants are encouraged to attend with their canine partners, with observer spots also available. The camp will be led by canine experts Dr. Mark Marsolais and David Brownell.
Registration and additional details are available on the Thomas College website.
Patrisha McLean
Finding Our Voices was awarded the Governor's Award for Service and Volunteerism for its program of donated dental care to women domestic abuse survivors, Finding Our Smiles, May 9 in Augusta.
Governor Janet T. Mills said, "Through the dedication and compassion of its volunteer providers, Finding Our Smiles demonstrates how specialized volunteer service can restore not only oral health, but dignity, confidence, and a renewed sense of possibility."
Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce
105 Second St., Ste 1B
Hallowell, ME 04347
Phone: 207-623-4559
info@KennebecValleyChamber.com
Office Hours
8:30 to 5:00 Monday - Thursday
8:30 to 4:00 Friday
Parking
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