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Friday, October 31, 2025First National Bank Focuses November Food Drive on Most-Needed Pantry Staples: (10/31/2025)
First National Bank Focuses November Food Drive on Most-Needed Pantry Staples All First National Bank branches are collecting items for local food pantries throughout the month of November. If you would like to help, First National Bank welcomes donations to your local branches. Most- needed items include: canned meats/fish, chili, soup, skillet meals, cereal, canned vegetables, and fruit. “We’re pausing our Sugar and Spice drive this year to focus on the pantry staples our partners tell us are
Wednesday, October 29, 2025Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce Celebrates 2025 Annual Dinner
BAR HARBOR, Maine – On Thursday evening, October 23rd, members of the Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce gathered as the Chamber presented several awards to deserving businesses and community leaders at its annual dinner held this year at the Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Event Center. Awards were presented in the following six categories. The President’s Award is selected by the President of the Board of Directors to honor the business or person they admire most in our community. Board President, Bo
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Wednesday, October 15, 2025Pet of The Week: Nutter Butter (10/15/2025)
PET OF THE WEEK Nutter Butter hasn’t had the easiest start to life; she came into our care following a state seizure from a hoarding situation. She is adorable and has very specific needs - she absolutely must be adopted by someone with another confident dog in the home. Her first connection must be with a dog who can guide her, help her feel safe, and show her how to be the best dog she can be. A meet and greet with your dog will come before she meets any people. Nutter Butter is very nervous around
Thursday, October 09, 2025Pet of the Week - Nutter Butter (10/9/2025)
PET OF THE WEEK Nutter Butter hasn’t had the easiest start to life; she came into our care following a state seizure from a hoarding situation. She is adorable and has very specific needs - she absolutely must be adopted by someone with another confident dog in the home. Her first connection must be with a dog who can guide her, help her feel safe, and show her how to be the best dog she can be. A meet and greet with your dog will come before she meets any
Thursday, September 25, 2025Smart Ways to Invest in Your Business from Day One
Launching your first business is both exciting and overwhelming. With limited resources, you have to decide what’s worth the early investment and what can wait. Choosing wisely now can save time, money, and frustration down the road. Below are some of the most impactful areas new owners should prioritize. 1. Foundational Financial Tools Separating personal and business finances should be a top priority. Opening a business bank account with providers likeMercury helps establish credibility,
Tuesday, May 06, 2025Why Every Business Needs a Media Kit That Works
If you’ve ever tried to pitch your business to a journalist or attempted to land coverage in a meaningful outlet without a media kit, you know how awkward and clumsy that process can feel. You’re fumbling around in emails, pulling links from your website, grabbing logos off some forgotten Dropbox folder, all while hoping your tone sounds confident and not desperate. A media kit doesn’t just make you look more put together, it makes the person on the other end of the request more likely to care. In a
Monday, April 28, 2025The Subtle Art of Packaging: How Small Touches Create Big Feelings
When someone opens a package from a small business, there’s a brief but powerful moment where impressions are made. It’s more than tissue paper or twine. It’s a feeling, and it hits fast. Maybe it’s the scent of lavender tucked in with a handmade candle, or a thank-you note in handwriting that leans a little to the left. Either way, the packaging is doing more than protecting a product. It’s setting a tone. It’s telling a story. And if you're the business owner, it’s your quiet handshake through a
Wednesday, April 09, 2025More Than a Hello: How to Craft a Digital Welcome Kit That Builds Trust
Welcoming a new client isn’t just about sending a handshake emoji and waiting for the next email. It’s a pivotal moment that lays the groundwork for the entire working relationship. A well-curated digital welcome kit speaks volumes—it’s a sign of professionalism, readiness, and genuine interest in helping someone succeed. But it has to strike the right balance: polished without being cold, comprehensive without being bloated. Polish the Visuals Before Hitting Send Visual clutter doesn’t just distract—it
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,
