Category: Maine
Veterans Benefit From Advocacy
Maine Veterans Benefit From Community Advocacy It’s commonly said that Maine is one big town, and as an agency focused on advocating on behalf of our state’s veterans, I would have to agree with that…
Cultural Awareness Training
Maine Veteran Service Agencies Co-Host Wabanaki Cultural Awareness Training On Thursday, December 5, 2019, the Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services (MBVS) and the VA Maine Healthcare System co-hosted the state’s first-ever Wabanaki cultural awareness training…
Funding Secured by Senator Collins
Funding Secured by Sen. Collins to Improve Maine’s Transportation & Housing Advances Senator Susan Collins, the Chairman of the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Subcommittee, announced that the fiscal year (FY) 2020 Transportation, Housing…
Be On The Alert For Holiday Scams
Don’t Let a Scam Spoil Your Holiday Cheer. With the holidays right around the corner, it is important to watch out for some common scams that may occur. Gift cards are always a great gift…
Putnam to Lead Waban
Waban has announced Jennifer Putnam as the agency’s incoming Executive Director. Starting in February, Putnam will work closely with Waban’s current head, Neal Meltzer, over the next year to ensure a seamless transition. Putnam comes…
The Right Talent, Right Now
Waban Recognizes National Disability Employment Awareness Month Waban proudly joins the rest of the nation in recognizing National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Each year, America comes together to celebrate the contributions of those with disabilities…
Animal Welfare in Maine and Beyond
As a result of the activities at the 129 Maine Legislative session, the animal welfare landscape in Maine has a few adjustments well worth noting. Animal welfare advocates came together in support of several pieces…
Holiday Safety
I wish you a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Holidays to you. During this time of year we often get very busy rushing around, trying to get gifts for everyone. We are in and out…
Open Enrollment Underway
Before holiday hustle and bustle upstages everything else, REMEMBER that both Medicare and ACA Open Enrollment are underway. Please make sure to review your plan(s) while you still have the opportunity so you can be…
Collins Hosts Promotion Ceremony
Senator Collins Hosts Promotion Ceremony for Lewiston Maine Native and Naval Academy Professor At a ceremony in the U.S. Capitol on October 28, 2019, Lt. Commander Claude Berube, a native of Lewiston Maine, was promoted…
Twenty Red Cross Safety Tips
The Holiday Season is here. Along with good cheer and gatherings of family and friends, the holiday also brings increased chances of kitchen and travel mishaps. The American Red Cross has tips to help you…
Governors Association Summer Meeting
Governors to Gather in Portland Maine for Discussions on State Innovations and Best Practices Maryland Governor Larry Hogan, chair of the National Governors Association (NGA), and Maine Governor Janet Mills have announced that NGA plans…
