2 THOSE WHO CARE

BANGOR (NEWS CENTER) - Men and women from Eastern Maine who unselfishly make a difference in the lives of others were recognized at the 2 Those Who Care Awards gala event in early October.

2 Those Who Care was created by WLBZ 2 and the United Way of Eastern Maine to recognize outstanding community volunteers. Click Here to download the nomination form (Adobe Acrobat Reader required)

This program is presented in partnership with the United Way of Eastern Maine and with generous support from Webber Energy Fuels and Merrill Bank.

Womancare is a community-based organization working to end domestic violence in Piscataquis and southwestern Penobscot Counties.

For more than 50 years, Ruth Shook (Bangor) has worked and volunteered in leadership capacities with United Cerebral Palsy of Northeastern Maine.

Lisa Jepson Wahlstrom is the 2009 John W. Coombs Award Winner.

Michael W. Kellerman of Bangor is deeply devoted to the mission of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Bangor.

Mark J. Hanks, DVM of Orrington doesn't just care for pets; he nurtures the sacred relationship between the animal and the owner.

Allen Campbell of Brewer was instrumental in guiding the former Eastern Maine Chapter and Pine Tree Chapters of the American Red Cross through a merger, helping to create the largest single Red Cross service area east of the Mississippi.

Seeking peaceable solutions to racially-charged situations.

Outstanding service to Junior Achievement.

A constant, caring presence at Next Step Domestic Violence Project.

Gen. Durgin is the first person to roll up his sleeves and get to work.

This year's Agency of Distinction.

Supporting men and women in the National Guard and Reserve; health, the handicapped and the elderly.

Teaching fire safety for a generation.