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Brunswick nonprofit receives grant to support affordable housing initiatives and community facilities in Maine, New Hampshire

The Brunswick-based Genesis Fund was awarded an $825,000 grant from the Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) Fund at the U.S. Treasury Department. The CDFI Program invests in and builds the capacity of CDFIs to serve low-income people and underserved communities lacking adequate access to affordable financial products and services. The Genesis Fund’s award provides loan […]

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Topsham company partners with Filson to launch wool vests made from WWII blankets

Topsham-based accessories company Governor Baxter — in a collaboration with outfitter company Filson — is producing wool vests with material from recycled vintage WWII military blankets. Made from Governor Baxter’s private stock of WWII military surplus, the material is virgin wool produced in America’s mills according to 1940s specs, according to a news release. “Partnering […]