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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

Time & Location Oct 21, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM 489 Main St suite 400, Springvale, ME 04083, USA About the event Join us for the Grand Re-Opening of Hammer & Stain at their new location in Springvale. The ribbon cutting will be followed by open studio time for Chamber Members to create a craft. Please register for the craft time, as there is limited space for 20 people. Cost: $15 dollars for a small ceramic to paint.