Penquis Journal- March 2010
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The Penquis Journal is now available on line. .... more
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Penquis Resource Development Center Offers Courses for Child Care Providers
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Penquis Child Care Resource Development Center would like to announce the following classes being offered for the month of March. .... more
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Recognizing National Entrepreneurship Week
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Bangor, Maine - February 10, 2010 - As a part of the 4th Annual National Entrepreneurship Week, Penquis and MaineStream Finance will be sponsoring workshops and courses that assist individuals wanting to start or expand their own business. .... more
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FOSTER GRANDPARENTS NEEDED FOR SCHOOLS & NON-PROFIT CHILD CARE CENTERS
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The Penquis Foster Grandparent Program has multiple volunteer opportunities in Schools and Child Care Centers to work with children and young people between the ages of 0 and 21. .... more
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Drop in Funding Results in the Closing of a Rural Family Planning Clinic
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Penquis announced it will be closing its Health Services clinic located in Dover-Foxcroft due to decreases in grant funding and fee for service revenue. .... more
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Help For Knox County Homeowners- Air Sealing Your Home For Energy Savings
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Penquis has received a grant from the JTG Foundation to offer qualifying homeowners in Knox County an economical way to weatherize their homes. .... more
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New Lead Rules Impact Landlords and Contractors
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In Maine, there are an estimated 150-200 lead poisoning cases each year, most of them under the age of 6. .... more
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2010 Course Catalog is Available
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Are you a Child Care provider looking for Maine Roads to Quality Trainings or maybe you are looking to start a business, or buy a home? This winter Penquis is offering an array of courses. Check out our 2010 Course Catalog and see what classes might be right for you! .... more
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Penquis Teams with Brookfield Renewable Power
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Penquis and Brookfield Renewable Power recently teamed to deliver more than 100 winter coat and snow pants combinations to youth in the Katahdin area. .... more
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Addressing Sexual Violence in our Communities
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Rape and sexual assault happen in our own communities, as evidenced by the recent events reported in the news. .... more
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A Grant for $5,000 to Support the Penquis Journey House
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Penquis recently received a grant for $5,000 to support the Penquis Journey House .... more
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Christmas is For Kids
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This year, Kiss 94.5 partnered with Penquis and Sutherland Weston Marketing Communications to make the Mike and Mike Christmas Is For Kids program better than ever! .... more
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Poverty Update Report Released
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The Margaret Chase Smith Center for Public Policy recently released the latest Poverty in Maine Update report. .... more
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Bangor’s Mayor Proclaims October 7, Step Up For Kids Day
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With 46,000 of Maine’s children living in poverty, almost 20,000 without health insurance, some 53,000 alone after school each day, and nearly 9,000 reported abused or neglected, children’s advocates are calling for state and federal legislators to Step Up for Kids and the programs that help insure they start off on the right foot. .... more
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Penquis Law Project Evaluated
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The Penquis Law Project received its latest evaluation report summarizing the program's impact. .... more
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Do It Yourself- Air Sealing Program
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Attention Homeowners! .... more
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Help Starting a Business and for New Small Business Owners
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MaineStream Finance, a subsidiary of Penquis will hold the Incubator Without Walls course in Bangor, beginning Monday, October 5th. .... more
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Penquis Chosen to Take Over Assisted Living Services
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Penquis Community Action Program Inc. (Penquis) has been selected to provide affordable assisted living services to residents who were formerly cared for by the Eastern Area Agency on Aging (EAAA). .... more
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Penquis Head Start Program Faces Drop in Funding
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Penquis announced today it is implementing changes in its Head Start program to address a significant funding reduction. .... more
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Funds Available for Weather Related Damage
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Last week the Maine Community Action Association (MCAA) announced a statewide program providing funding and/or reimbursement for anyone living in Maine who was impacted by the severe storms and flooding that occurred between April 28th and May 14th, 2008. .... more
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Is the Early Education Profession Project for you?
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If you live in Penobscot or Piscataquis County and are interested in child care, Maine Stream Finance and the Penquis Child Care Resource Development Center have an opportunity for you! .... more
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Fall Courses Announced
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Courses scheduled for fall 2009 have been announced. .... more
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Fall 2009 Penquis Journal Released
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The fall 2009 edition of the Penquis Journal has been released. .... more
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REAL Girls Summer Session Begins
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July 17, 2009--The summer session of REAL Girls begins July 20. This free program is a joint effort of Penquis and Womancare/Aegis Association to empower middle and high school girls from the Greenville area to increase their financial literacy, challenge stereotypes, and work together to become allies rather than bullies or victims. .... more
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Help out the School Supply Drive!
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July 17, 2009--Penquis is seeking donations for its annual school supply drive. Let's help kids have a great start to the school year! .... more
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Need School Supplies?
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July 14, 2009--If you need help providing school supplies for your children this year, you can register for assistance with your local Penquis office. .... more
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Fair Followers to Help Penquis Families
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For every 40 fans and followers on Facebook and Twitter, the Bangor State Fair will give a free family fair pass to Penquis. .... more
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Rape Response Services Seeks Volunteers: July 13 meeting
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Rape Response Services is seeking volunteers in Penobscot and Piscataquis counties. .... more
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Ride for Autism Awareness: July 25
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Join us for the 3rd annual Ride for Autism Awareness on July 25th at the Bangor Waterfront. .... more
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Match Maker Open House July 17
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If you are an adult 55 years of age or older and you are searching for a way to add richness to your life……
you are cordially invited to an informal event where you will learn the benefits of volunteering and the exciting volunteer
opportunities that are available to you.
NOW IS A GREAT TIME TO GET INVOLVED! .... more
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Penquis Child Development Earns NAEYC Accreditation
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Bangor, June 1, 2009 – Penquis Child Development centers located in Bangor and Exeter have earned accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) – the nation’s leading organization of early childhood professionals. .... more
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Microbusinesses Shine in the Maine Showcase
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Bangor, June 1, 2009—Microbusinesses across Maine will bring the best of Maine’s products and services to consumers in “The Maine Showcase” this fall in Bangor. Microbusiness owners who wish to participate are encouraged to register early for this event. .... more
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Penquis Regional Offices Announce Summer Hours
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Penquis Regional Offices announce summer hours for the public. .... more
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Maine's First Lady Recognizes Penquis Child Development Centers
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On Tuesday, May 12, several of Penquis Child Development staff were honored at a Tea and Recognition Ceremony at the Blaine House in Augusta. .... more
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Mother's Day 5K Results
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Penquis and Maine Eastern Railroad thank you for participating in the 2009 Mother's Day Roace Race. .... more
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April 2009 Poverty in Maine Update Report Released
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Click above for the Poverty in Maine Update Report, April 2009. .... more
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Summer Fun Program to begin June 23
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May 6, 2009--Penquis announces its free Summer Fun Program starting June 23rd through August 4th. .... more
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Free STD Screenings May 13 in Lincoln
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May 5, 2009--Penquis Health Services is offering free STD screenings on Wednesday, May 13th from 12:30pm to 4:30pm at the Penquis Health Services Office, 115 Main Street Lincoln. .... more
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Week of the Young Child: April 19-25
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April 19, 2009 – Penquis Child Care Resource Development Center (RDC) along with Maine Association for the Education of Young Children asks communities to come together for children during the Week of the Young Child (April 19-25, 2009). .... more
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Crime Victims’ Rights Celebration in Dover-Foxcroft
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April 15, 2009, Dover-Foxcroft--April 26th marks the beginning of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, a time to focus on victims of crime and celebrate our nation’s progress in serving them. .... more
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New Course Catalogue
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The Penquis Course Catalogue for spring is now available! .... more
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Mother's Day 5K Road Race May 9th!
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Penquis and Maine Eastern Railroad invite you to join us for the Mother's Day 5K Road Race on Saturday, May 9th! .... more
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Senior Expo May 14th
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Join us for the annual Senior Expo May 14, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Spectacular Event Center, Bangor... .... more
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Moving Forward Day on March 31
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March 13, 2009--Looking for a job? Need help with resources while you are unemployed? Want to find resources to help you on your job search? Confused about who to contact? You’re invited to attend the free Moving Forward Day on March 31, 2009. Moving Forward is open to the public and focused on providing valuable resources to those that are laid off, unemployed, or underemployed and their families. .... more
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Penquis RSVP Seeking Volunteers for Georges River Land Trust
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March 13, 2009, Rockland - Penquis RSVP is pleased to announce a new opportunity for senior volunteers in the mid coast region at the Georges River Land Trust (GRLT). .... more
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Fuel Assistance Available
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March 12, 2009--Even though the weather is getting better and the oil prices have dropped, Penquis will continue to book appointments for fuel assistance through the end of April, 2009. .... more
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Stay Home & Read a Book Fundraiser
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March 10, 2009--Are you tired of the hassle and cost of going to an event? Is running around to find the right outfit, get your hair done, and find a babysitter driving you crazy? Then this event is definitely for you! .... more
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Penquis Seeks Candidates for Steering Committees
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March 9, 2009--Penquis seeks candidates to serve on its Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Knox County Steering Committees. .... more
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5th Annual Discovery Day March 30
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March 4, 2009--The fifth annual Discovery Day for pregnant or parenting moms 21 years and under is scheduled for Monday, March 30, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM at the Maine Discovery Museum. .... more
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Palmyra Wal-Mart Donates $250 in Honor of Volunteer
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February 20, 2009--The Penquis Head Start/Child Care Center in Exeter recently received a $250.00 donation from Wal-Mart in Palmyra on behalf of Exeter resident and Head Start volunteer, Michelle Gomm. .... more
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Denim Drive A Success – More Quilters Needed!
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April 23, 2009 -- Rape Response Services would like to thank all of the members of our community who generously donated to our recent Denim Drive and helped raise awareness about sexual assault. We have received such overwhelming support and so many generous donations that we are ending the denim drive early. All of the donated denim will be recycled by area quilters and the quilts will then be donated to the Penquis Journey House in Dexter. Because of the wonderful donations received, we need more quilters! If you or someone you know enjoys quilting, please have them contact Rape Response Services at 973-3662 for information about becoming involved in this project. .... more
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Carrier Alert Program Begins
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February 20, 2009--A long-standing U.S. Postal Service program intended to help keep a watchful eye on elderly, infirm, or disabled citizens was rejuvenated in late January by eight Knox County Post Offices and the Penquis office in Rockland when they began offering the Carrier Alert Program. .... more
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Winter 2009 Course Listings
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Click on the icon above for the current course listings. .... more
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Brookfield Renewable Power delivers winter hats and coats
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December 22, 2008, Millinocket, Maine – Brookfield Renewable Power recently delivered 50+ winter coats and hats this week to Penquis for distribution to the Katahdin-area’s most vulnerable groups - children and the elderly. Dozens of individuals in the region received warm winter clothing as a result of this generous donation. .... more
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Merrill Bank Trust Dept. Donates $2,500
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On Tuesday, December 16, 2008, Merrill Bank’s Trust department made a donation, on behalf of its Trust Customers, to Penquis for their heating oil assistance program. .... more
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$30,000 check arrives from Brookfield Renewable Power
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November 18, 2008, Millinocket, Maine – This week, Penquis received a $30,000 check from Brookfield Renewable Power for the agency’s “Good Neighbor” heating assistance fund for the Katahdin Region. .... more
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Penquis Receives $20,000 from TD Charitable Foundation
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Penquis has received a $20,000 donation from the TD Charitable Foundation's annual "Housing for Everyone" competition. The funding will be used to support affordable housing initiatives in eastern Maine. .... more
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First Wind Supports Heating Assistance
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First Wind, an independent developer of wind power in the United States, donates $7,500 to Penquis. .... more
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TJX Grant Supports Penquis Keep ME Warm Fund
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Penquis received $5,000 from the TJX Foundation to support the Penquis Keep ME Warm Fund. .... more
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Harvest Housewarming Oct. 25th
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Join us for this premier event to warm homes and hearts. .... more
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Next Steps Conference Oct. 23
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Next Steps and Beyond: Taking a Look at the Connection Between Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Domestic Violence will be held October 23rd, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Katahdin Region Higher Education Center, 1 Dirigo Drive, East Millinocket. .... more
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Rural Maine Small Business Conference Oct. 29
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The third annual Rural Maine Small Business Conference and Business to Business Show will be held October 29 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Penquis Higher Education Center, 50 Mayo Street, Dover-Foxcroft. .... more
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MarketPlace Applications Available
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Applications now available for IWW businesses interested in participating in the MarketPlace... .... more
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Help Millinocket Area Families
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Penquis needs your help to support those affected by the closing of the Millinocket mill... .... more
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New Poverty in Maine Update Released
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The latest Poverty in Maine Update has been released! .... more
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Rape Response Services Celebrates 20th Anniversary
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Join the celebration! .... more
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10th Annual RDC Child Care Symposium
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Good Beginnings Last a Lifetime, Excellence Begins with You! .... more
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New Fall Course Listings
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The class listings for fall 2008 are now available! .... more
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Home Energy Loan Program
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H.E.L.P. offers loans to complete energy related improvements. .... more
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Auction Items Sought for Harvest Housewarming
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Penquis seeks auction items for annual Harvest Housewarming Dinner & Auction. .... more
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Need Help in Knox County?
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If you need help, call Linda... .... more
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Penquis Welcomes Rape Response Services
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6/11/2008--Rape Response Services, a Bangor based, private, nonprofit agency serving victims of sexual assault in Penobscot and Piscataquis counties, has become a subsidiary of Penquis. .... more
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Penquis Partners Spring Newsletter
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Read the latest... .... more
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Penquis Home Performance
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Since the 1970’s, Penquis has been conducting audits and helping people save energy and make their homes more comfortable. Now they are making their services available to you! .... more
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MaineStream Boasts Maine & New England SBA Business Champion
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James Macomber, Microenterprise Consultant for MaineStream Finance, has been named the U. S. Small Business Administration’s 2008 Home-Based Business Champion of the Year for both Maine and New England. .... more
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Spring-Summer Courses
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The Spring/Summer 2008 Penquis Course Listings are available! .... more
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Poverty in Maine Update Released
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Maine’s ten Community Action Agencies, in conjunction with the Margaret Chase Smith Policy Center, has released Poverty in Maine Update, the first in a series of newsletters that describes trends, profiles those most at risk, and measures the extent of poverty in our state. .... more
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April is Autism Awareness Month
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Autism is a developmental disorder affecting 1 out of every 150 children. .... more
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It's Tax Season!
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Let the Eastern Maine CA$H Coalition help you make the most of your return. .... more
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$5,000 MCF Grant to Help Millinocket Area Families
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1-4-2008--Penquis recently received a $5,000 grant from the Maine Charity Foundation Fund of the Maine Community Foundation to support its Children’s Emergency Response Services. .... more
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Bangor Hydro Grant to Support Katahdin Area
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1/4/2008--Penquis recently received a $2,500 grant from Bangor Hydro to support the development of a transitional house in the Katahdin region for victims of domestic violence and victim/survivors of sexual assault, stalking and/or dating violence. The grant will help to purchase and renovate a building to serve as a transitional house. .... more
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Northside Celebrates Opening
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12/20/2007--Though it was cold outside on Thursday, December 18, it was warm inside the new community center at Northside Family Housing, the newest Penquis affordable housing development on Griffin Road in Bangor. .... more
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$500,000 Committed to Help Citizens
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12/20/2007--At a press conference on Thursday, December 20th, the Eastern Maine Funders (EMF) announced a commitment of $421,000 to the Keep ME Warm Fund. .... more
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TD Banknorth Charitable Foundation Grant to Support Katahdin Area
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10/23/2007--TD Banknorth Charitable Foundation recently presented Penquis with a check for $15,000 to support the development of a transitional house in the Katahdin region for victims of domestic violence and victim/survivors of sexual assault, stalking and/or dating violence. .... more
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New Initiative to Help Knox County Residents
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10/22/2007--David and Beverly Worthington have pledged $105,000 over three years to support case management services to Knox County residents. .... more
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Katahdin Area to Develop Transitional House
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10/16/2007--Penquis recently received a grant of $254,700 from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women to support a transitional house in the Katahdin region for victims of domestic violence and victim/survivors of sexual assault, stalking and/or dating violence. .... more
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HUD Grant to Help Mobile Homeowners
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9/12/2007--Owners of older, substandard mobile homes will be assisted through a major initiative serving the communities of Brownville, Milo, Lagrange, and Alton. Penquis has received approval for a $300,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. .... more
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Penquis Helps Keep Maine Warm
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With the arrival of fall comes falling temperatures, and Penquis is doing its part to help families stay warm. .... more
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2008 Municipality Services Report
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A summary of the value of services provided to towns in Knox, Penobscot, and Piscataquis Counties. .... more
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