FAQ- Maine Valley Voices Media
What is Maine Valley Voices Media?
Maine Valley Voices Media is a regional publication platform documenting business, nonprofit, and community activity across Maine’s valley regions. The organization operates a growing network of regional newsletters including Penobscot Valley Voice, Kennebec Valley Voice, and Casco Bay Voice.
Each publication focuses on documenting economic movement, community initiatives, and regional growth within its defined geographic area.
What types of stories do you publish?
Maine Valley Voices Media focuses on documenting:
• Business openings, expansions, and relocations
• Nonprofit initiatives and community programs
• Local events and community activities
• Economic development across Maine’s valley regions
The platform does not publish political commentary, opinion pieces, or investigative journalism.
Who can submit news or announcements?
Businesses, nonprofit organizations, chambers of commerce, community groups, and event organizers are encouraged to submit updates that impact their regional community.
Submissions may include:
• business announcements
• nonprofit initiatives
• event announcements
• community programs
• regional milestones
Is there a cost to submit news?
Community news submissions are typically reviewed without cost when they align with the platform’s editorial focus.
Business promotion opportunities and advertising placements may be available for organizations seeking expanded visibility.
What regions do your publications cover?
Current regional publications include:
• Penobscot Valley Voice, greater Bangor and the entire Penobscot Valley
• Kennebec Valley Voice, Waterville-Augusta and the entire Kennebec Valley
• Casco Bay Voice, Greater Portland and the entire Casco Bay
Additional valley regions may be added as readership and participation expand across Maine.
How often are newsletters published?
Regional editions are typically published on a regular weekly schedule, highlighting the most relevant business, nonprofit, and community activity within each valley region.
How can I subscribe to a newsletter?
Readers may subscribe through the Maine Valley Voices Media website to receive updates from their regional publication.
Subscriptions are free and provide regular updates on business activity, community events, and regional growth.
How can my business advertise?
Local businesses may partner with Maine Valley Voices Media to reach engaged regional audiences through:
• newsletter sponsorships
• featured business stories
• community partnership announcements
Advertising opportunities help businesses increase visibility while supporting regional community coverage.
How can I contact Maine Valley Voices Media?
Organizations and readers may contact Maine Valley Voices Media for submissions, advertising inquiries, or general information.
Contact options are available through the website’s Contact page.