Waterville, MAINE (February 08, 2010)- Northeast Bank announces the hiring of Edward C. Oliver as its new Mortgage Loan Officer serving the Central Maine Market.

Northeast Bank announced earlier this month that it has created 10 new positions to handle the increase in demand for mortgages, due in part to the expansion and extension of the Home Buyer Tax Credit program signed into effect recently for people buying homes from December 31, 2009 to June of 2010.

“Ed has over 30 years experience in financial services and has always been an active member of his community which makes him a valuable addition to our company’s team,” says Marcel Blais, Senior Vice President & COO of Northeast Bank. “We’re thrilled to have him on board to expand our mortgage division and serve our customers in the area.”

Oliver has a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Husson College and is active in the Kennebec Valley Board of Realtors, the Mid Maine Chamber of Commerce, and the Waterville Rotary Club. Ed also has been a member of the Sidney Volunteer Fire Department since 1994 and was elected Fire Fighter of the Year by the Sidney Fire Department in 2000. He resides in Sidney with his wife and four daughters.

About Northeast Bank

Northeast Bank, a leader in delivering one-stop shopping for financial services, is headquartered in Lewiston, Maine and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Northeast Bancorp (NASDAQ:  NBN). The Company has approximately $604 million in assets as of September 30, 2009 and operates 26 retail outlets, including 11 bank branches, 15 insurance offices and 3 financial centers serving the financial needs of western, central, mid-coastal and southern Maine, as well as seacoast New Hampshire. Information regarding Northeast Bank can be found on its website at www.northeastbank.com or by contacting 1-800-284-5989.

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Gov. Baldacci, adult education students-many of whom who are displaced workers, legislators and other supporters of Adult Education will speak at the State House Hall of Flags at 11:30am on Wednesday, February 10.

The message of the day is that adult education is playing an important role in helping Maine citizens get through these difficult economic times. Adult education centers across the state are assisting an ever increasing amount of displaced workers in their efforts to gain new skills and re-enter the workforce.

Beginning around 9:00am The Maine Adult Education Association will take over the Hall of Flags with “themed” tables focused on the varied programs that Maine Adult Education has to offer.

At 11:30 Gov. Baldacci, adult education students and legislative champions are expected to address those in attendance.

For more information about Maine Adult Education, visit www.maineadulted.org.

Naval Air Station Brunswick has won a prestigious award from the Chief of Naval Operations for the third year in a row for its work on environmental restoration.

The fiscal year 2009 Environmental Restoration Installation Award, announced Friday by Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Gary Roughead, stems from the base’s work in environmental cleanup as it moves toward the May 2011 BRAC-mandated closure date. Among the accomplishments cited:

• Using an accelerated timeframe and innovative technologies destined to provide long-term savings of at least $3 million.
• Completing the major excavation and restoration of a former landfill site, resulting in the removal and disposal of over 42,000 tons of ash-contaminated soil and debris.
• Improving public outreach through establishing a Restoration Advisory Board charter, publishing several newsletters, and other methods.

The annual CNO Environmental Awards recognize Navy individuals, teams, ships and installations for their exceptional environmental stewardship. Competition categories include natural resources conservation, cultural resources management, environmental quality, pollution prevention, environmental restoration, and environmental planning.

NASB won in the same category last year, as well as in Natural Resources Conservation for fiscal year 2007.

“I’m incredibly proud of our environmental team for winning this prestigious award for the second year running – a rare occurrence,” said Naval Air Station Brunswick’s Commanding Officer, Capt. Will Fitzgerald. “It’s vital that we remain strong stewards of the environment so we return this land to the people to be enjoyed safely for generations to come.”

The base’s environmental director, Lisa Joy, said the award reflects the commitment toward collaboration and hard work.

“This award is the recognition of much collaboration, hard work, and dedication by all team members, including the Restoration Advisory Board (RAB),” Joy said.

Scarborough, Maine – Recognizing that many businesses and institutions need to address burdensome energy budgets, Thermal Systems, Inc. has developed a new website filled with information about cost savings, energy efficiency, and sustainability made possible by converting to biomass or cogeneration and upgrading to higher efficiency systems using natural gas and oil. In the website, visitors can learn the facts about these alternative energies through client stories and real results.

“TSI’s new website showcases current projects and case studies of completed projects, highlighting the financial savings institutions and industrial clients have received by using alternative energy,” said Candi Huber, Project Manager. “The savings reports and statistics are astounding.”

Owner Bob Waller has over 30 years experience in the steam and power industry. Mr. Waller is often called in as a consultant by Architectural Engineers needing expertise on re-powering projects. One specific element of the website he is proud of is the “What Is?…” section, providing in-depth information on the types of alternative energies TSI deals with. “Not only are we in business to save people money on energy costs, but also to educate and inform,” says Mr. Waller.

TSI’s clients include clients include Tom’s of Maine, Bath Iron Works, Bates College, and UPS. They service locations in Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Vermont, Rhode Island, New York, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut.

About Thermal Systems, Inc.

Thermal Systems, Inc. (TSI) is an established design, procurement and construction management firm providing a wide range of services to Facility Managers, Plant Engineers and Plant Superintendents. Located in Scarborough, Maine, they offer single source responsibility for all types of energy and process applications.

About Hall Web Services
Hall Web Services of Portland, Maine partners with small to medium sized businesses to grow their businesses through the creation of a comprehensive web strategy. Hall’s services include web design and development, managed hosting, internet marketing, inbound marketing strategies and multimedia production.

For more information visit www.hallme.com/press.asp

This January, a group of more than 40 nurses, nursing students, Peace Corp volunteers, doctors, Spanish interpreters and volunteers travelled to the Dominican Republic to provide health care to rural villages.

“It was a wonderful experience. Each day we traveled to remote villages to set up clinics to treat the people of the villages,” said volunteer Jasmine Quarles of the Dance Studio of Maine. “I met several people who had not seen a health care provider for several years.”

Each year the University of Southern Maine works together with the Partners for International Rural Health Program in the Dominican Republic to serve over 2,000 patients in the 2 week period. Students and nurses deliver community health services and education while attempting to overcome basic obstacles such as language barriers, educational, and social conditions.

This year’s trip was unique because of the earthquake in Haiti. The group was only 70 miles from Port-au-Prince, where the quake in was felt but did only minimal damage to the area. “We could feel the quake but had no idea the damage that was done just across the island,” Quarles said. “I am so thankful we were there and able to help. I can only imagine that next year they will need even more support. I am going to encourage everyone I know to get involved. It is truly a life changing experience and such a good cause.”

For more information, contact Jasmine Quarles at jasmine.quarles@maine.edu

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