Candidates Night Sponsored by the Union Area Chamber of Commerce Wednesday, September 17th

Union, Maine - The Union Town Office will be the location for Candidates Night sponsored by The Union Area Chamber of Commerce on September 17th. The event will begin at 5:30 pm with an opportunity to meet the candidates and mingle with other attendees while enjoying light refreshments. The question & answer portion of the evening will begin promptly at 6 pm. Each candidate will answer questions chosen in advance by the Chamber of Commerce committee which will not be made available to the candidates prior to the event. The goal of the evening is to offer the public the chance to compare and contrast the candidates’ positions on various issues.

Contested races in the Chamber’s area and the candidates invited include:

David R. Miramont (D) and Paula G. Sutton (R) – State Senate / District #12;
Leslie T. Fossel (R) and Christopher K. Johnson (D) -  State Senate / District #13**;
Jeff Evangelos (I) and Ellen A. Winchenbach (R)– State Representative / District #91;
Christian W. Neils (I),Randall A. Parr (G), Wesley  E. Richardon (R), and Gary Sukeforth (I) – State Representative / District  #95;
Donna Dennison (D)  and Michael Phillips  (I) – Sheriff; and,
Geoffrey A. Rushlau (R) and David A. Sinclair (D)– District Attorney  / District #6.

**Both Mr. Fossel and Representative Johnson have indicated they are sending statements to be read since neither are available to participate on that date.

This event is free and open to the public and an ideal opportunity to learn more about candidates running for public office in November.


About Union Area Chamber of Commerce
The Union Area Chamber of Commerce’s mission is to form a solid bond between members, to increase consumers’ awareness of the businesses in our Chamber area and to contribute to our communities. Currently the Chamber has over 100 members drawn from inland mid-coast area towns.

For additional information regarding the Union Area Chamber of Commerce visit www.unionareachamber.org or contact:

John Fromer, President
Union Area Chamber of Commerce
975-6995 /info@unionareachamber.org

Founders Day kicks off with Pie Social‏

Kick off Founders Day weekend with Union Area Chamber of Commerce’s  “Now Famous Pie Social”   with the high octane blues of the Juke Rockets on the Union Common, Friday, July 19th at 5:30 PM  

Union, Maine - It’s time bring your whole family to the Union Common, spread out blankets, set up lawn chairs and enjoy a fun-filled evening starting with a picnic-style dinner. This Founder’s Day kick off is a tradition for area residents who have learned to come early and bring a hearty appetite. Chamber members will be selling fresh grilled hamburgers and hot dogs, but don’t forget to save room for the main event —mouth watering, home made pies! Choose from an irresistible selection donated by area bakers that will include chocolate cream, peanut butter, banana cream and classics like blueberry and apple to name just a few. There’s certain to be that perfect slice—or perhaps a whole pie to take home—that will appeal to every member of  your family.

Musical entertainment will feature the Juke Rockets, twice named Maine’s top blues band and recently returned from representing Maine in the 2013 International Blues Challenge in Memphis. Their high octane, high energy blues will make people of all ages want to get up and dance.

The Pie Social is an annual event of the Union Area Chamber of Commerce and is generously sponsored by The Common Market. Proceeds from the sale of pies supports the Union Area Chamber of Commerce Scholarship fund which is available for elementary, junior high or high school students who need financial assistance to pursue education or projects that relate to business, entrepreneurship, or leadership.  Non-traditional students who live within the service area are also eligible to apply. Visit the Chamber’s website for complete details.

About Union Area Chamber of Commerce
The Union Area Chamber of Commerce’s mission is to form a solid bond between members, to increase consumers’ awareness of the businesses in our Chamber area and to contribute to our communities. Currently the Chamber has over 120 members drawn from inland mid-coast area towns.