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Tuesday, December 30, 2025Hattie A. & Fred C. Lynam Trust Awards $136,000 to Mount Desert Island Organizations
Hattie A. & Fred C. Lynam Trust Awards $136,000 to Mount Desert Island OrganizationsPictured from left to right: Howie Montenko, President of Help Portrait MDI; Sherry Billings, Executive Director of Island Housing Trust; Vicky Smith, Co-Director of MDI Backpack Program; Robert Benson, Cofounder of MDI Backpack Program; Ella Wallace, Executive Director of Mount Desert Nursery School; Melanie Bowden, VP, Senior Wealth Manager at Bar Harbor Wealth Management; Lisa Parson, SVP, Regional Market Manager at Bar
Wednesday, November 26, 2025The Essential Playbook for New Home Service Entrepreneurs
The home services sector — encompassing cleaning, plumbing, landscaping, repairs, and remodeling — is one of the fastest-growing areas of local entrepreneurship. Whether you’re a handyman, electrician, cleaner, or painter, building a home services business is as much about trust and structure as it is about skill.The Short Version To start and grow a home services business: Choose a clear service niche and define your target customers. Register your business legally and set up financial and
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,
