Digital Equity Means… Digital skills classes in Spanish!
Equidad digital significa...¡Clases de habilidades digitales en español! With a committment to digital equity, Mano en Mano, Sunrise County Economic Council, and the National Digital Equity Center have partnered to bring free digital skills classes to Spanish-speaking...
LD2003, Housing Opportunity Program Presentation
The recently published 2023 Maine Housing Needs Study estimated that Maine needs 38,500 units to meet current demands, as well as 38,000+ units to meet future need.Learn more about the housing challenges in Maine and what can be done through the Housing Opportunity...
Fiber Connectivity Coming to Northern Washington County
Maine Connectivity Authority Awards Funding to build fiber in Vanceboro, Lambert Lake, Waite, Talmadge, Topsfield and Kossuth. Fidium Fiber (CCI) has been awarded $1.29M to bring fiber to the Washington County communities of Vanceboro, Lambert Lake, Waite, Talmadge,...
Launch of Washington County Recovery Friendly Workplace Network
Sunrise County Economic Council and Community Caring Collaborative are pleased to announce the launch of the Washington County Recovery Friendly Workplace Network. Developed through a collaborative, responsive, place-based approach supported by the Maine Community...
USDA Rural Development Awards $75K to Sunrise County Economic Council
Nonprofit will use Rural Business Development funds to offer programs at its new MaineStreet Business Building in Machias Machias, Nov. 15, 2023 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Maine State Director Rhiannon Hampson announced today that USDA...
Scholarship Opportunities: The Gracie Fund
In the heart of Maine, Washington County is more than just a place to live - it's a community with a strong spirit and a rich history. For those who call this county home and are seeking ways to further their professional journey while giving back to their community,...
Everything You Need to Know About the Sunrise Scholarship Fund
In the bustling landscape of today's job market, the right skills and certifications can open doors to exciting opportunities. If you're a Washington County resident seeking job advancement or immediate employment, our Sunrise Scholarship Fund is an opportunity you...
Get In The Know: Learning About The Community Resilience Partnership
About the Community Resilience Partnership The Community Resilience Partnership is funded through the Governor’s Office of Planning, Innovation, and the Future (GOPIF) to help towns access funds and technical support to improve their climate resilience. Through the...
The second annual Pennamaquan Alewife Festival took place in Pembroke, Maine, on May 20th!
The second annual Pennamaquan Alewife Festival took place in Pembroke, Maine, on May 20th. Organized across from Greenhorn Farms, the festival, in collaboration with the Downeast Salmon Federation, offered a wealth of educational and recreational activities for the...
From Good to Great: 7 things to consider when writing an Exceptional Business Plan.
Whether you're a startup looking for funding or an established business seeking to grow crafting a successful business plan will maximize your chances of success in any new venture. However, not all business plans are created equal. An exceptional business plan stands...