FirstPark

05/29/2026

We had a wonderful day at the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce Business to Business Showcase yesterday! It was a great opportunity to connect with local businesses, organizations and community members from across central Maine. We can’t wait to continue growing the connections we made at this event. Thank you, Mid-Maine Chamber!

Pictured is FirstPark Executive Director, Kristine Logan, and Kennebec Regional Development Authority board member, Tom Munson.

05/28/2026

We’re excited to welcome Audrey Adjei, a summer intern from Thomas College, to the FirstPark team! Audrey is a Digital Media Multimedia Design major and we are lucky to have her sharing her skills to help market FirstPark.

Supporting students through hands-on learning opportunities is an important part of building a strong workforce in central Maine, and we’re pleased to provide real-world experience this summer.

Thank you to Thomas College for helping connect students with opportunities like this!

05/14/2026

Join Maine Real Estate and Development Association on June 4 at Hollywood Casino in Bangor for “Understanding Maine’s Economy: Statewide Drivers and Local Impact.”

This breakfast program will bring together leaders in economic development, finance, healthcare and higher education to discuss the trends shaping Maine’s economy and their impact on communities across the state. Topics will include workforce development, business growth, infrastructure, housing demand and regional investment — all important conversations for Maine’s future.

Learn more and register at https://mereda.org/events/meredas-breakfast-june/.

June 4, 2026 – 8:30 – 10:00 am Buffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 am Program: 9:00-10:00 am

05/14/2026

The Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce Business to Business Showcase is happening May 28 at the Thomas College Field House in Waterville. This central Maine business event is a great opportunity to network, connect with local organizations and discover businesses from across the region.

KRDA will be there sharing information about the opportunities available at FirstPark. Stop by and say hello to Kristine at Booth 26!

Information for visitors, local citizens, business owners, and people who are interested in relocating to the mid-Maine region.

05/07/2026

The Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce’s next Leadership Luncheon is two weeks away! Join Central Maine Power President and CEO Linda Ball on May 22 at Amici's Cucina in Waterville from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. for what promises to be a fascinating discussion.

Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce

05/06/2026

We loved seeing FirstPark filled with energy during the Sexual Assault Crisis & Support Center’s 15th Annual One-in-Five 5K. Congratulations to everyone who participated and a special congratulations to the team award winners, including Central Maine Power for largest team and KVCC Kennebec Valley Community College for most creative team.

Check out Sexual Assault Crisis & Support Center’s page for more photos and results.

Photo by Mark and Deanna Walker Photography

04/29/2026

We are fortunate to have colleges in our community that are dedicated to preparing students for their careers. They are valuable partners for businesses looking to bring on interns.

At Colby College, DavisConnects invites businesses to get involved by hiring interns, mentoring students, sharing career insights or even serving on advisory groups, creating multiple entry points for employers to build relationships with emerging talent.
https://davisconnects.colby.edu/learn-more-and-get-involved/

At Thomas College, the internship process is designed to be simple and employer-friendly. Businesses can submit a job description, connect with career services and interview candidates directly, while the college helps promote the opportunity and guide students through the process.
https://www.thomas.edu/academics/professional-career-development/career-services/internships/information-for-employers/

For businesses in central Maine, this means access to a steady pipeline of motivated, career-ready students along with support from the colleges to make hiring interns straightforward.

There is incredible talent right here in our community and great opportunities to connect with it.

04/28/2026

Have you been wondering how changes in paid family medical leave and other HR changes will impact your business? The Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce’s Business Breakfast on May 7 can answer your questions. Learn more or register at https://www.midmainechamber.com/events/event-calendar/eventdetail/19134/-/mmcc-business-breakfast-how-will-changes-in-paid-family-medical-leave-and-other-hr-changes-impact-your-business.

Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce

04/23/2026

Do you have a project or property in an Opportunity Zone?

The Maine Department of Economic and Community Development is currently gathering information on projects and properties located in eligible Opportunity Zones across the state. If you have a project to share, be sure to submit it by April 30.

Learn more at https://www.maine.gov/decd/business-development/financial-incentives-resources/opportunity-zones.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Maine’s economic growth.

04/22/2026

With the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Awards Ceremony coming up next week, we want to congratulate One River CPAs, located here in FirstPark, on being named Small Business of the Year. We’re proud to have you in the park and in our community!