Hancock Lumber recently welcomed community members to its Bethel Sawmill for a special behind-the-scenes tour organized by the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce as part of the annual Bethel HarvestFest weekend. The event provided local residents and visitors with the opportunity to see first-hand how Eastern White Pine logs are transformed into the world class pine boards that Hancock Lumber is known for and featured in construction projects across Maine, New Hampshire, […]
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Raising Awareness for The Herren Project, Supporting a Long-Time Mill Customer
At Hancock Lumber, some customer relationships span generations. For more than 40 years, we’ve been proud to work with Warren Trask and the people behind their business. Recently, a longtime member of the Warren Trask team shared a cause that has become deeply personal to his family: The Herren Project, an organization dedicated to supporting individuals and […]
September 2026 Safety Tip
Fall in New England brings some of the year’s best outdoor opportunities, from hiking colorful trails and hunting to weekend yard projects and enjoying cooler temperatures. Unfortunately, it also marks a time when ticks remain highly active. By autumn, ticks have matured and are actively seeking hosts before winter. Because ticks can remain active whenever […]
Bridgton School House: Building a Thoughtful Space for Future Learners
Hancock Lumber is proud to have partnered with Main Eco Homes on the construction of the new Bridgton School House, an inspiring educational project that will serve families throughout the Lake Region area. Designed as a Montessori-inspired micro school, Bridgton School House provides a child-centered learning environment that fosters independence, creativity, and a connection to […]
Hancock Lumber Hosts 2nd Annual Bridgton Contractor Classic!
In late August, Hancock Lumber welcomed more than 80 Bridgton area contractors to the beautiful Lake Kezar Country Club in Lovell for the 2nd Annual Bridgton Contractor Golf Classic. Contractors and vendor partners enjoyed a day of friendly competition + networking during an 18-hole scramble at one of Maine’s most scenic golf destinations. Events like these are a great opportunity to strengthen relationships, connect […]
Team Hancock’s Matt Duprey Promoted to Chief White Pine Officer
We are very excited to announce that Team Hancock veteran Matt Duprey has earned a well-deserved promotion to Chief White Pine Officer effective immediately. This new role reflects both his remarkable career journey and his continued impact on our Eastern White Pine business and the industry at large. A part of Team Hancock since 1994, […]
HBSDealer Names Kristy Beaulieu to the 2026 Class of Top Women in Hardware & Building Supply
Earlier this month, HBSDealer Magazine announced its 2026 Top Women in Hardware & Building Supply honorees. We are proud to share that Hancock Lumber’s Kristy Beaulieu, Compensation & Benefits Compliance Manager, was selected as a winner in the Business Excellence category. Kristy was recognized among an impressive group of industry leaders from across the country […]
Team Hancock’s Bethel Mill Installs New Grade Scanner
Exciting things are happening at the Bethel Mill! Team Hancock has officially welcomed a brand-new grade scanner to the planer mill, marking another step forward in the commitment to quality, accuracy, and reinvesting into our company. This new scanner from USNR replaces the Lucidyne Technologies scanner that has served the Bethel Mill since 2018. Over […]
Ben Campbell , Dan Labbe , Cameron Hawkes , Stephen Stack High Five!
Thank you, Ben, Dan, Cameron + Stephen, for delivery this morning at Ravenscroft and the additional manpower to help get the 60 sheets of plywood in the house. Customer Dan M. was very thankful.
Eric Stevenson High Five!
Congratulations to Eric Stevenson for being Hancock’s top Project Pro for the month of July! Read Eric Stevenson’s Story