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An update to LifeFlight's precautionary landing in Cumberland

A LifeFlight helicopter returning to a Lewiston hospital on the 17th of April made a precautionary landing in a field off Winn and Cross Roads in Cumberland. There were no patients on board, and the pilot elected to make the unscheduled landing as a safety precaution after a master caution light illuminated indicating a problem with an engine. The landing was made without incident and there was no damage to the helicopter.

Local salon raises more than $4,500 for LifeFlight at its unique charity hair show

The L Factor, a hair salon in Brewer owned and operated by Gina Leonard and Jodi Leighton, held its 7th annual charity hair show on March 2 at Jeff’s Catering. This year, proceeds from the show totaling more than $4,500 were donated to the LifeFlight Foundation.

Kennebunkport native to lead the fundraising efforts at the LifeFlight Foundation

Kennebunkport native Amy Pierce Root joins the Foundation as the new Director of Development. In her new role, Amy will develop a strategic fundraising plan, build relationships with potential donors and work with corporations to create partnership opportunities.

One of LifeFlight’s founding medical directors receives prestigious international award

LifeFlight Medical Director, Dr. Norm Dinerman, was awarded the Air Medical Physician Association’s Medical Director of the Year at the annual membership meeting in Seattle in October.

LifeFlight's 4th Annual Golf Tournament Nets Nearly $24,000

Nearly 100 players and volunteers turned out for LifeFlight's 4th annual golf scramble, helping make it our biggest success yet. This year's tournament was held at Val Halla Golf Center in Cumberland and featured a visit from the helicopter, unseasonably warm sunshine and a lively auction.