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New program up-skills Mainers into Renewable Energy careers
July 11, 2024 A new workforce program will up-skill Mainers into high-skill, high-wage career pathways as engineering and construction/skilled trades managers related to Renewable Energy. The program is no-cost to participants, reducing financial barriers to career growth. The program, called Green Jobs for ME, is funded by a U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration grant awarded to and managed by Coastal…
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Save big on Back to School shopping at Goodwill
July 3, 2024 We realize last school year may have only just finished, but Goodwill is here to make sure that when school is back, so is style! Now through Labor Day, you can save big on your Back to School shopping by taking advantage of the following sales: Half Off Club Goodwill:*Students and teachers get half off Club Goodwill memberships – That’s…
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Operational Hours Update Effective July 1 with FAQ’s
June 25, 2024 Operating hours are being updated for all Goodwill Northern New England retail stores, donation centers and Buy The Pound outlets! In an effort to bring more consistency to our customers and employees, we’re simplifying things. Effective Monday, July 1, Goodwill NNE hours are as follows: Stores: Monday-Sunday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Donation Centers: Monday-Sunday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Buy the Pound outlets: Monday-Sunday, 7…
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Empowering diversity: Victoria nurtures growth within her team
June 20, 2024 As the Concord store manager, Victoria Sittig wants every customer to have at least one staff member they can relate to. Looking for a classic cashmere sweater? What about a grunge 90s t-shirt? Victoria has a teammate who that customer can connect with. As a self-described “people-person” her team reflects all ages, genders, and backgrounds. The secret to making this…
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Free clothing Repair Fair Thursday, July 11 at Goodwill Auburn store
June 5, 2024 Join us at our Auburn, ME Goodwill store from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, July 11 for a free clothing Repair Fair with Maine GearShare! Whether you wore out the hand-knit sweater Grandma gave you or took your school stress out on your backpack last semester – this is for you. Have a favorite piece of clothing in need…
Success Stories
Caleb pursues his own business with support from Disability Services
May 30, 2024 Caleb Truman likes to use his hands. He creates impressive woodworking pieces and detailed needlepoint and sewing projects. He knew he wanted to sell his crafts but needed some support. Caleb achieved this goal with a little help from Goodwill’s disability and workforce services. Caleb attends Goodwill programs five days a week, totaling 40 hours a week. He goes on…
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Aamber lands her dream job as a nurse on Vinalhaven
May 30, 2024 Aamber Hufsey was between jobs and wanted to support her young family. A career change can be difficult for anyone, but when you live on Vinalhaven, an island that’s an hour and fifteen minute long ferry ride from the mainland, obstacles arise. Aamber met with the Workforce Solutions team and decided she wanted to work in the medical field. She…
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How to shop at Goodwill’s Buy the Pound Outlets
May 13, 2024 Shopping at one of Goodwill’s Buy the Pound Outlets is an adventurous thrifter’s dream: It’s a yard sale environment where everything is priced by the pound. Our Buy The Pound Outlets get all the items that don’t sell in our stores after our various weekly sales. This is part of our effort to keep things out of landfills. Shoppers can find…
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Hooksett store hosts donation drive May 9, 10, 11
May 1, 2024 The Hooksett Goodwill store will host a donation drive 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday, May 9 through Sunday, May 11 in the store’s parking lot. “This is exciting because people in Hooksett haven’t been able to donate since the store relocated in July of 2022. We know things have built up in closets and garages, and we’re all due for a…
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Debra Reynolds bridges the gap between Deaf clients and hearing staff
April 29, 2024 Debra Reynolds, 2023 employee of the year, is resilient and inclusive as she is kind and joyful. Deb is Deaf and a program manager for Goodwill NNE. She works with Deaf clients who live in Goodwill homes. Her staff are hearing, but most do not know American Sign Language (ASL). But Deb is unstoppable. She has an upbeat attitude. Regardless…
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Honorine embraces inclusivity by mentoring New American and incarcerated colleagues
April 15, 2024 Honorine Ngenga is a key player in Goodwill NNE’s workplace inclusion. She has an amazing spirit and a natural ability when working with people from different nationalities and backgrounds. She truly cares deeply for the people she works with as a shift supervisor in the Gorham, Maine warehouse. Honorine speaks seven languages. She helps some of her New American teammates…
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How to shop the “Stuff a Bag” sale every Monday and pay $15 for an entire bagful
April 5, 2024 Whether you’re a Goodwill regular or a first-time shopper, chances are you shop at our stores because you’re thrifty and like a good deal. We’re here to let you know about a little-known deal in our stores called Stuff A Bag. Stuff A Bag is a weekly sale in Goodwill Northern New England stores. On Mondays, you can fill a bag for…
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Teachers earn degree while serving at-risk youth in Manchester schools through AmeriCorps
April 3, 2024 Future educators can earn their master’s degrees while serving as AmeriCorps members in Manchester, New Hampshire middle and high schools. This gives the college students experience teaching at-risk youth, while earning a stipend and their degree. This collaboration between Goodwill AmeriCorps and Southern New Hampshire University is named Manchester Excels. “Manchester was specifically chosen because it is one of the most under-resourced…
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Richard loves teaching students with disabilities important work skills
March 15, 2024 Richard Alley could not wait to get to work. It took him years to find something that makes him this happy. He explored different career options – the military, truck driving, construction, retail management, and even being a DJ. But after a period of unemployment due to physical and mental health he discovered career advising. While working with his own…
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Biofeedback treats stress, anxiety and pain for people with a traumatic brain injury
March 14, 2024 Goodwill’s NeuroRehabilitation clinics have a new tool that can show people their body’s reaction to stress, anxiety and pain. Biofeedback allows a person to see the impact different strategies – such as controlled breathing, mindfulness activities, or progressive muscle relaxation – are having. “This can help people get better control over their bodies,” said Mackenna Murtagh, Clinical Director of Goodwill…