The Best of Maine 2026

Careers in Maine

Meet professionals from around the state who make up Maine’s diverse workforce WRITTEN BY EMILY BAER Shaped by tight-knit communities, abundant natural resources, and an evolving economy, Maine offers a surprising range of career paths for both new job seekers and seasoned professionals. Whether work is…

Building your network in the Bangor area

WRITTEN BY WANDA CURTIS Making connections with other local professionals creates an opportunity to exchange information, share insights and resources, and potentially help grow your business. Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce is committed to helping local business owners meet, connect, and network. The Bangor Chamber serves…

Employee appreciation ideas staff will love

Tips for thanking your employees who make you the best in the biz COURTESY OF METRO CREATIVE Businesses recognized as the best — through awards, nominations, or customer feedback — tend to have one thing in common: great employees. But it’s not always easy for business…

National Reach

COURTESY OF CIANBRO Founded in 1949, Cianbro is one of America’slargest, 100% employee owned, open shop,construction and construction servicescompanies – and we got our start right inPittsfield, Maine. Cianbro, A/Z Corporation, StarconInternational, Total Specialty Services,and R.C. Stevens all make up The CianbroCompanies, which is based in…