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Upcoming Spring Charity Events

March 1, 2017

GIVING BACK TO OUR COMMUNITIESAt Chalmers, we take pride in being involved with each community we serve. For decades, we have donated time and funds to over 50 different local charitable organizations in Maine and New Hampshire each year. In 2017, we have started an annual effort we call Chalmers Cares, under which we pledge to make an impact on one local non-profit by partnering with them throughout the year. We are excited to partner with End 68 Hours of Hunger as our… READ MORE

Overtime Rule Blocked by Federal Court

November 28, 2016

On Nov. 22, 2016, a federal judge in Texas issued a preliminary injunction, halting the enforcement of the Department of Labor’s (DOL) new overtime rule until further notice.

KENNEBUNK YOUTH MAKING WAVES AS LOBSTERMAN

November 4, 2016

Fourteen-year-old Charlie Spinney of Kennebunk, a freshman at Kennebunk High School, started lobstering out of Kennebunkport this past May.

Chalmers Culture Spotlight with IFOB

November 1, 2016

Throughout the year, the IFOB highlights a family business on the web, in social media and various websites culminating in an event held at the company’s location.

OSHA and DOT Clarify Hazardous Chemical Labeling Requirements

October 3, 2016

OSHA and the Department of Transportation (DOT) have separate requirements for labeling hazardous chemicals, which can make it difficult to know how containers should be labeled.

OSHA's Anti-retaliation Requirements Come to Force Nov. 1 2016

September 15, 2016

Earlier this year, OSHA issued a final rule that will require some employers to electronically submit data from their injury and illness records to OSHA, so they can then be posted on the agency’s website.

Chalmers Acquires SBIA of Maine

August 19, 2016

Chalmers Financial Services, part of the Chalmers Insurance Group, strengthens resources with the addition of Dean DeMario, Director of Business Development for Group Benefits.

Chalmers Customer Service Awarded at Maine Family Business Awards

June 8, 2016

Presented by the Institute for Family-Owned Business (IFOB) in partnership with law firm Verrill Dana, the awards recognize exemplary Maine firms that demonstrate excellence in family involvement, business success, and commitment to employees, customers and community.

Bruce Chalmers Receives Ray MacDonald Award

May 23, 2016

Bruce Chalmers is truly honored to be the 2016 recipient of the Ray T. MacDonald Award.

Bridgton Ice Arena Renamed Chalmers Ice Arena!

May 23, 2016

As a thank you for Bill's service, Bridgton Academy has changed the name to Chalmers Ice Arena. Bruce and Bill were honored to accept the name change at the Bridgton Academy Commencement.