PORTLAND —“No one should be guaranteed success, but everyone should have a fair chance to succeed, to go as high and as far as his or her talent, willingness to work, and willingness to take risks will carry them.” The words of Senator George J. Mitchell offer a succinct, yet apt, description of the hope […]
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Norway Savings donates $3,000 to Celebration Barn Theater
PARIS — “We are so thankful for the support and commitment of Norway Savings Bank,” David Bruin, executive artistic director at Celebration Barn Theater, said in a press release. “It makes what we do and the impact we make possible.” That impact is impossible to even estimate when you consider the thousands of people who […]
Norway Savings Bank appoints new chief financial officer and treasurer, EVP
NORWAY — Norway Savings Bank is pleased to announce that Richard St. Pierre has been appointed chief financial officer and treasurer, EVP. St. Pierre succeeds the retiring Brian Shibles, who has served at NSB for over 23 years, including 20 years as NSB’s CFO and 12 years as treasurer. St. Pierre arrived at Norway Savings […]
Bethel photographer winner of Norway Savings Bank Scenic Photo Contest
NORWAY — An annual invitation to customers, team members, and the wider community to capture the beauty of Maine in a photograph drew 339 submissions from 118 photographers recently, with 17 of the contributions set to adorn the 2026 Norway Savings Bank Desk Calendar. After a panel of judges, comprised of NSB team members, viewed […]
Norway Savings Bank continues contributions, sponsors Loon Echo Trek for the Trails
BRIDGTON — Through its conservation and stewardship of nearly 10,000 acres and over 35 miles of trails in the Sebago Lake region, Loon Echo Land Trust is deepening relationships between people and the environment, while preserving natural areas and resources in the process. LELT is a nonprofit organization that protects the character of land in […]
NSB donates $3,000 to Detert Trail expansion project as part of multiyear commitment
NORWAY — “More than ever, we understand that access to nature is essential to our mental and physical health, and to the health of our communities,” said Korey Morgan. “We’re grateful for Norway Savings Bank’s generosity to the Western Foothills Land Trust and for supporting trail renovations that advance these crucial benefits.” Morgan is the […]
West Paris Water District moves meeting, hearing
WEST PARIS — There will be a change in location for the Paris Water District next regular business meeting and upcoming hearing regarding a rate increase. The regular monthly business meeting will be at 6 p.m. on June 26 at the West Paris Legion Hall, Church Street in West Paris. The hearing about the Proposed […]
Katherine’s and Valley View win at Maine Whoopie Pie Festival
DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Center Theatre and the Piscataquis Chamber of Commerce announced that over 10,000 people attended the 2025 Maine Whoopie Pie Festival at the Piscataquis Valley Fairgrounds. The event, already the largest single-day event in the county, grew tremendously in 2025. Festival organizer Patrick Myers, Executive Director of the Center Theatre for the Performing […]
Oxford’s Mission Working Dogs making profound impact
OXFORD — Doug, a trained and experienced dog with a habit of bringing smiles to the humans lucky enough to encounter him, happily gripped a large, ceremonial Norway Savings Bank check in his teeth and sat relaxed as the camera snapped a picture on a beautiful spring afternoon. “This whole organization is incredible,” said Mike […]
Oxford’s Mission Working Dogs making profound impact
OXFORD — Doug, a trained and experienced dog with a habit of bringing smiles to the humans lucky enough to encounter him, happily gripped a large, ceremonial Norway Savings Bank check in his teeth and sat relaxed as the camera snapped a picture on a beautiful spring afternoon. “This whole organization is incredible,” said Mike […]