(From Credit Union Times) – Much has been written about the how millennials today are slower to marry and buy homes than young people of the…
Steve Forbes to Headline the League’s 2019 Legislative Forum
Our League is pleased to announce Steve Forbes, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Media, will serve as the keynote speaker for our 2019 Legislative Forum…
The 10-Step Guide For Replying To Online Reviews
(From CreditUnions.com) – A member walks into a branch. They tell everyone in the credit union — everyone who will pay attention, in any case —…
Date Announced for Maine Credit Union Marketing Council Summer Workshop
Calling all marketers and PR professionals! Registration is now open for the Maine Credit Unions Marketing Council’s Summer Workshop. The event will take place on…
Maine CUs Lend Helping Hands to Local Summer Meals Programs
Staff from Infinity FCU lend their support to Portland Public Schools. Child nutrition programs provide low-income students with healthy meals during the school day. For…
Marijuana Banking Would Boost CU Deposits by $350 Million Over 10 Years: CBO
(From Credit Union Times) – A House bill that would provide financial institutions with a safe harbor to serve marijuana-related businesses would boost deposits at credit unions…
Employing Millennials: Courting the Purpose Over Paycheck Generation to Your Credit Union
(From CU Insight) – They have been called many things, from entitled to humble, hardworking to lazy, overly reliant on their parents while at the same…
Webinars Put Focus on Data Security and Fraud
Cybercrimes are rising in this county. The most common type of cybercrime involves identity theft and fraud. While the rise in these types of crimes…
League Announces Social Responsibility Award Winners
Maine’s credit unions dedicate their time, money, and resources to support notable causes in their local communities. Their efforts help improve the lives of their…
CU News & Events
May was a busy month for credit unions across Maine. Between the League’s Annual Convention, various philanthropic efforts, and a number of fun and exciting…
June is National Elder Abuse Awareness Month
Elder financial abuse is a frightening epidemic in this country. According to the U.S. Senate’s Aging Committee, senior citizens in our country lose approximately $3…
Feed ME 5K Walk Raises Big Funds for Ending Hunger
On April 27, community members in the greater Augusta area pulled out their raincoats, laced up their sneakers, and participated in Maine State Credit Union’s…
Credit Union News & Events
Credit unions kicked off spring with a full roster of events and philanthropic efforts. Here is a snapshot of what Maine’s credit unions were up…
Legislative Advocacy in Full Swing in Augusta
The 129th Legislature is in full swing in Augusta with public hearings and work sessions as legislators work on bills in respective committees. The League has…
League Annual Meeting and Convention Takes Place Next Week
It’s Annual Meeting and Convention time and the League is working hard to put the finishing touches on our informative and fun event. If you…
Millennials Really Don’t Understand Credit Unions
(From Credit Union Journal) – Ask a millennial, “What is a credit union?” and you’ll get some surprising answers, including “a small bank but with…
Annual Evergreen CU Event Will Raise Money for Ending Hunger and CULAC
Calling all disc golfers! Evergreen Credit Union is hosting their 13th annual End Hunger in Maine and CULAC Disc Golf Scramble on Wednesday, June 12…
Social Media Post Serves as Important Reminder About Business Etiquette
Last week, CU Today reported about a LinkedIn blog post, “Credit Unions, We Can Do Better,” written by a credit union executive who claims she…
America’s Credit Union Museum’s Board Elects Paul Gentile New Chairman
America’s Credit Union Museum (ACUM) announced the election of Paul Gentile as chairman of the America’s Credit Union Museum Board of Directors. Gentile replaces former…
Sponsor Lunch at the Annual Ending Hunger Golf Tournament
The temperatures are warming up, the snow is melting, and the greens at the Belgrade Lakes Golf Club are starting to reappear. Before we know…
Cybersecurity News: A Fed Weakness & Banking Trojan Named Gustuff
(From Credit Union Times) – Catching up on a couple of banking related cybersecurity related news items and reactions includes a focus on a Federal…
Credit Union News & Events
Credit unions across Maine were busy serving their members and communities during the month of March. Here is a look at what Maine’s credit unions were…
April is National Credit Union Youth Month
When most people think about the month of April, they think about the start of baseball season, the Boston Marathon – even spring showers bringing…
The Aroostook County Chapter of CUs Does a ‘Souper’ Job Fighting Hunger
Last week, a two-month local challenge to collect soup as part of the national Souper Bowl of Caring campaign came to an end with members…
Maine Credit Unions Head to GAC
Next week, credit unions from across the country will gather in Washington, DC, for the annual CUNA Government Affairs Conference (GAC). 106 representatives from local…