We recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the new ownership of Mikini Custom Apparel, located at 1458 Main Street, near the Sanford traffic circle. Mikini’s specializes in branding and apparel solutions for businesses, teams, schools, contractors, municipalities, and public safety organizations. They offer premium embroidery, signage, vehicle lettering, team stores, awards, promotional products, and branded apparel. Owner Chris Caswell has been a local entrepr

We recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand re-opening of Ted's Fried Clams in Shapleigh. Their mission has remained unchanged since the doors first opened on Emery Mills Road in 1950. What began as a small Maine clam shack built on hard work and family values continues today as a commitment to exceptional seafood, genuine hospitality, and community pride. Co-Owner Joe Christopher owns multiple local businesses, and Ted’s brings him back to his roots.

We recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the official opening of the Alex & Associates Realty office in downtown Sanford, located at 860 Main Street. The agency has been operating out of Rochester since 2022, and is excited to add the second office in Sanford. They had a special all-day opening celebration to mark the occasion. Owner Carrie Alex has been in real estate for eight years, and has over twenty agents on her team. She truly enjoys helping business

We recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate Strategies for a Stronger Sanford joining the Chamber. Based in Sanford, Maine, Strategies for a Stronger Sanford (SFSS) is a nonprofit organization working to ensure a strong future for the area by supporting children, youth and their families through fostering a shared community vision and promoting the development of a safe, healthy, and thriving community. Strategies is an umbrella organization that supports progr

We recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the launch of Aspen Bookkeeping and Tax in South Sanford at 1725 Main St, Suite 2. The company specializes in providing expert tax consulting services. The experienced team ensures compliance and maximizes potential deductions for businesses. Owner Holly Romano graduated from the University of Southern Maine with a BS in Accounting and an AS in Business Management. She has been a Partner in a CPA firm in the local area

The Sanford-Springvale Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of Maple Ridge Private Nursing & Wellness. The Sanford-based company offers nurse-led in-home and virtual care for adults across Southern Maine and Strafford County, New Hampshire. Owner Paula Roy, DNP, RN has more than 22 years of experience in nursing, leadership, education, and community service. Roy believes that clients are not just a patient, they are a partner

The Sanford-Springvale Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate B’s Roofing & Construction joining the Chamber. The Sanford-based company specializes in roofing and general contracting which includes framing to finish carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC. Owner Brandon Aiken grew up watching his dad, a professional painter who also flipped houses and apartment buildings on the side. In 2017, Aiken started his own company to bri

The Sanford Performing Arts Center (SPAC) officially became a member of the Sanford-Springvale Chamber of Commerce, marking the partnership with a morning mixer and ribbon cutting ceremony hosted on the theater's stage. The event gave local business leaders a chance to mingle, explore the facility, and get a behind-the-scenes look at what the Performing Arts Center has to offer. For many, it was their first time stepping foot inside. "I met a lot of new people who had never b

The Sanford-Springvale Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate J.A. Tree & Landscape Company joining the Chamber. The Sanford-based company specializes in tree removal and pruning, landscape installation, landscape rehabilitation, mulching, planting, hardscapes, and spring & fall clean-ups. Joshua Allaire has owned the company since 2016. After taking a break to pursue other interests, Allaire has begun taking on clients again. Allaire grew

The Sanford-Springvale Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate Carters Cleaning joining the Chamber. The business is located in Sanford, and services residential and commercial customers within a forty-mile radius of the Sanford area. Cleaning is not just something they do - it's a passion for this family business. Owners Jodiann and Cecil Carter have operated the business for nine years. While they offer a variety of services, including

The Sanford-Springvale Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate Zippy Copy Center joining the Chamber. The business is located in South Sanford at 1725 Main Street, Suite 3 . Their mission is to deliver great quality printing and copying services at fair prices with zippy turnaround times. Owner Bryce Lambert bought the business in 2023, and spent his first year of ownership relocating the business to a new and improved space, upgrading all

The Sanford-Springvale Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting celebrating the recent launch of McKechnie Commercial Realty, located in Kennebunk. The real estate firm works across all sectors - office, retail, industrial, mixed-use, investment and development land - combining market data and regional trends. It offers years of expertise, including work in economic and community development in Sanford. Owner Suzanne McKechnie has been in real estate for more than a decade

The Sanford-Springvale Chamber of Commerce welcomed Gotta Be Frank to the chamber with a ribbon cutting, as well as celebrated its new regular location in Sanford across the street from Goodall Park. The food truck offers hand-crafted smashburgers, grilled hotdogs, grilled chicken sandwiches, marinated steak tip subs, fries, onion rings, and more, including specials. Owners Margie and Tom Genereux have combined food service experience of over 25 years. They opened as a food

The Sanford-Springvale Chamber of Commerce co-hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Kennebunk-Kennebunkport-Arundel Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the new events center, The Ridge. The Ridge is a wedding and event venue that is part of Above & Beyond Catering. It offers catering, bar service, vintage mobile bar, a bridal suite and event coordination. Nestled in a stunning private meadow, The Ridge offers a modern farmhouse venue with elegant details inside and out. Owne

On October 21st, the Sanford-Springvale Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the one-year anniversary of Hammer & Stain York County, LLC in its Springvale location. The studio offers regularly scheduled, as well as private, craft workshops from painting ceramics and hand-knitting blankets to resin projects and creating stuffed animals. A wide array of options ensures that kids and adults have projects that match their abilities. Owner Liz Shield

On October 8th, the Sanford-Springvale Chamber of Commerce welcomed Flat Top Burgers, 1735 Main Street in Sanford, in the former home of Village Pizza, to the Chamber and to the community with a ceremonial ribbon cutting. The restaurant's menu consists of juicy single and double smash burgers, as well as a few sandwich and salad options. Fresh fries are offered as a side item. Owner Shin Ha has many years of experience as an executive chef, and was trained in classical Italia

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