FirstPark is more than a business address — it’s a community of organizations that share a location, infrastructure, and a stake in the region’s success. This page is where we share what’s happening across the park: upcoming events, news from member businesses, and updates from KRDA.

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Recent News

December 16, 2025 · At FirstPark

Kennebec Regional Development Authority Names Kristine Logan as New Executive Director

Accomplished leader in economic development to guide growth of FirstPark and strengthen regional partnerships. Kristine replaces former Executive Director, Jim Dinkle, who retired in August. 
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August 5, 2025 · At FirstPark

FirstPark Executive Director Jim Dinkle Has Retired After Nearly Eight Years With KRDA

Dinkle helped drive growth, visibility and community engagement for the Oakland business park.
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January 4, 2024 · At FirstPark

FirstPark Welcomes New Business Buyers, Builders in 2024

With the help of The Boulos Company, Oakland’s accessible business park of the future caters to businesses large and small.
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March 7, 2023 · At FirstPark

Oakland-Based FirstPark Welcomes Maine Technology Group, Eyes Robust Growth in 2023

With plans to hire three new employees, Maine Technology Group headquarters now resides at the state’s premier business park.
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December 22, 2022 · At FirstPark

Heading into 25th Anniversary, FirstPark Celebrates Recent Momentum for Central Maine

New companies, jobs bring excitement to Maine’s premier business park as calendars turn to 2023.
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October 13, 2022 · Business & Professional

FirstPark’s Jim Dinkle Meets with Consul General of the Republic of Korea at Boston Event

Celebrating Korean National Foundation Day at Boston University, Dinkle and PR representative Nancy Marshall help foster relationships with foreign leaders.
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June 23, 2022 · At FirstPark

FirstPark Sells Lots to Oakland FirstPark Solar LLC

Oakland business park sells four lots to solar company for the development of new solar field.
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June 14, 2022 · At FirstPark

FirstPark Installs New Digital Signage

New sign that has been in development for the past year is now here.
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June 4, 2021 · At FirstPark

Anna O’Keefe, DMD, PA Breaks Ground at FirstPark

OAKLAND, Maine – FirstPark welcomed the arrival of Dr. O’Keefe to 93 FirstPark Drive on Friday with a groundbreaking ceremony. The new state-of-the-art dental facility is being built by Ouellet…
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April 30, 2021 · At FirstPark

What’s Developing in FirstPark: Episode 4

In this episode of What’s Developing in FirstPark, Executive Director Jim Dinkle shares updates on construction, signage and energy options, including the arrival of natural gas. The best way to…
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March 15, 2021 · At FirstPark

Local Partnership with A/Z Corporation – A Cianbro Company

FirstPark is pleased to partner with Cianbro Corporation to provide owners and developers with a seamless, one-stop solution to establish a business built-to-suit at FirstPark.
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February 5, 2021 · At FirstPark

What’s Developing in FirstPark: Episode 3

In this episode of What’s Developing in FirstPark, Executive Director Jim Dinkle talks about the benefits of FirstPark for the 24 member communities. He also talks about activity and excavation…
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Upcoming Events

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