As part of our company realignment in late 2024, Mike Shane earned a promotion from Casco Mill GM—a role he held for 24 years—to the newly created position of Regional General Manager of White Pine Manufacturing. In this new role, Mike oversees all eastern white pine operations across our Bethel, Casco, and Pittsfield mills with each […]
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Out with the Old and In with the New: Hancock Lumber Continues to Invest Companywide
It started in 1848 with a hand-written contract for the construction of a mill. Ever since, Hancock Lumber has continued to invest in the future of eastern white pine manufacturing. With mills in the heart of eastern white pine territory, Hancock Lumber is one of the largest producers of the species in the country. Reinvesting […]
Arthur Porter High Five!
I am wrapping up a home addition project which has spanned several months. I’ve worked with Arthur from the beginning, and he’s been a true partner along the way. Specifically, he’s been prompt to respond to my questions, helpful in choosing between multiple materials options, willing to place special orders to compete with other distributers, […]
Casco Days 2021 Recap
A Casco tradition since 1935, Casco Days returned this year after the pandemic in full force. Closing for the pandemic in 2020 was only the second cancellation of this local tradition since it started 86 years ago! As one of the only 100% volunteer-run fairs in the state of Maine, Casco Days is truly a […]
Mark Morissette High Five!
Casco Retail General Manager Mark Morissette High Five Award in Recognition of: Mark Morissette Presented by: Homeowner Laura H. Hancock Location: Casco In February of 2020, a 40′ tree fell onto our charming uninsulated camp on Raymond Pond. We spent much of the pandemic repairing the roof and structure and then doing a renovation of the […]
Hancock Lumber joins the American Tree Farm System
All of Hancock’s privately owned land is open to the public for recreation Hancock Lumber recently announced that their Hancock Land division has rejoined the American Tree Farm System (ATFS). Hancock Land remains one of the largest landowners in Western Maine—with 12,200 acres owned across Bridgton, Naples, Casco, and Poland. Membership into the ATFS is an […]
Spotlight on Employee Led Innovations
Touring around the company, it’s so exciting to witness real-time, employee-led ideas and innovations being implemented every day. Whether a small change or a large scale project, each one truly makes a difference in the daily workflow of our employees, making it easier to do the work and creating a better overall experience. Here are […]
Recap of 85th Annual Casco Days
A letter to the Bridgton News editor: As we pack up the final stuffed animals, disassemble the rides and tents, count the final coins, and reflect on the 85th annual Casco Days, all we can say is ‘WOW!’, we are so lucky to live in this beautiful town with such tremendous people and support! An […]
Hancock Dedicates and Celebrates New Home Office in Casco!
Hancock Lumber’s new home office, as seen from Route 11 Hancock Lumber has grown and evolved throughout Maine and New Hampshire over the past 171 years, but has always remained committed to its Casco roots. On June 18th, Hancock’s leadership team, employees, board of directors, family, building partners, and friends celebrated their new home office […]
Celebrating Hancock Lumber’s 2018 Employee of the Year Award Recipients
Hancock’s employee of the year award is given annually to a select group of Hancock Lumber employees whose positive attitude, commitment to quality, and focus on customer service combine to serve as a living example of the core values of our company. Employee of the year award recipients are held in high regard by their […]