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Raise-Op Breaks Ground On New Buildings

Raise-Op Breaks Ground On New Buildings

The Raise-Op, a local housing organization led by its residents, broke ground on two new buildings today. Consisting of 9 units each, these developments will infill vacant lots in the Tree Street Neighborhood at 198 Blake Street and 84 Walnut Street. The development...

The LA Metro Chamber Names the 2022 Annual Award Winners

The LA Metro Chamber Names the 2022 Annual Award Winners

The LA Metro Chamber has named four individuals, one business, and one community initiative for this year’s Annual Awards.  These awards honor outstanding dedication to our area, making the LA Region a better place to live, work and play.  This year's Annual Awards...

Auburn Celebrates Opening of Dirigo Safety, LLC with Ribbon Cutting

Auburn Celebrates Opening of Dirigo Safety, LLC with Ribbon Cutting

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held to celebrate the opening of Dirigo Safety, LLC in Auburn on Wednesday, April 6, 2022. Auburn Mayor Jason Levesque was  joined by Senator Susan Collins Representative Melissa Landry, Auburn Chief of Police Jason D. Moen, Auburn Deputy...

Lewiston Auburn Team Selected for $375,000 3-year Grant

Lewiston Auburn Team Selected for $375,000 3-year Grant

Governor Janet Mills and the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston announced recently that Lewiston and Auburn are among six Maine Working Communities Challenge teams have been selected to receive three-year, $375,000 grants to begin implementing proposals that address local...

Lewiston Celebrates Opening of Cricket Wireless with Ribbon Cutting

Lewiston Celebrates Opening of Cricket Wireless with Ribbon Cutting

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for the opening of Cricket Wireless in Lewiston at 12:00 PM on Wednesday, March 2, 2022. Lewiston Mayor Carl Sheline was joined by LA Metro Chamber Board Chair + Schooner Estates Director of Operations John Rice, President + CEO of...

LA Region Explore + Discover Guide Returns for 2022

LA Region Explore + Discover Guide Returns for 2022

The LAMCC is excited to design the second edition of the Explore + Discover Guide! Last year, it was because of you, our members, that made the Explore + Discover guide a huge success - and we are ready to highlight our rich culture, rural landscapes, urban...

LA Metro Chamber of Commerce Welcomes 2022 Board Members

LA Metro Chamber of Commerce Welcomes 2022 Board Members

The LA Metro Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed six new members to the Board of Directors and appointed John Rice, Director of Operations at Schooner Estates Senior Living as its new Chair of the Board. With its collective efforts, the board ensures the vision of...

Lewiston Welcomes New Business From Downtown Contest Winner

Lewiston Welcomes New Business From Downtown Contest Winner

Rusty Bus Brewing Company wins JumpstartME; a competition to attract new businesses to Lewiston’s Downtown Business District. Facilitated by The Downtown Lewiston Association and The LA Metro Chamber of Commerce, the contest launched in July and generated over a dozen...

Stuff the Bus 2021

Stuff the Bus 2021

Last year, there were more families in need in our region than in years past. For many, the disruption to school and family traditions made the holidays hard for the kiddos and the loss of income harder for the parents. We asked for your help, and you came through,...