Damariscotta, Maine — Encouraging trends are emerging across Maine’s Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance market, offering a welcome shift for both homeowners and business owners. After a period of rising premiums driven by inflation, supply chain disruptions, and increased claims costs, rate increases are beginning to stabilize—with some segments even seeing modest decreases. This shift […]
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Damariscotta, Maine — After more than four decades of service and stewardship, Dennis Hilton has officially passed the torch to the next generation of leadership at three of Lincoln County’s most respected family-owned businesses: Cheney Insurance, Newcastle Vacation Rentals, and Newcastle Realty. The change marks a significant milestone in a local legacy that spans more […]
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It may come as a surprise to some, but hunting is actually one of the safest sports you can be a part of. Why is that? Because the people who participate have a healthy respect for the rules and regulations involved with hunting safety. Make sure you know how to keep hunting trips safe for […]
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Spring officially arrives March 20th. March winds, green grass appearing under winter’s thatch, and new visitors to the bird feeder are all harbingers of Spring. So are hungry bears, even in Midcoast Maine. Each year, in Spring and early Summer the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife receive numerous calls from homeowners who are […]
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Every year, unintentional carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning (not linked to fires) sends 20,000 people to the emergency room and causes more than 4,000 hospitalizations. And, you might consider them the fortunate ones. CO also is responsible for more than 400 deaths in America each year, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. […]
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The winter months in Maine can be tough. Driving in snow, sleet, freezing rain and ice becomes something of the norm. These conditions increase risk of fatal car crashes by 34 percent. It usually takes a few storms before you can comfortably get your bearings back when on the road. Why not take a look […]
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Suzanne sat down with Lisa Hagen for a Chamber Chat. Click Here to Watch Interview
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At Cheney Insurance, we are very fortunate to have Suzanne Strachan as President. She manages our day to day operations and sets our course for the future. In addition, Suzanne assists Dennis Hilton, CEO in the overseeing and operating of Newcastle Realty and Newcastle Vacation Rentals, which along with Cheney Insurance comprise the Cheney Financial […]
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Snowmobiling is a great way to get outside and enjoy Maine winters. With over 14,000 miles of trails across the state, you can discover the beauty of Maine from a unique vantage point. Maine has over 290 snowmobile clubs that maintain and groom the trails. Often these clubs host a number of social events and promote […]
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Let’s consider this scenario You purchase your first car from a local dealer…let’s say a Pontiac Grand Am. You love your car. It may not the fanciest model, but it is yours. Five years later, you know how to drive it in a variety of weather conditions, including the snow and how to back into […]
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