9 years ago Lumbra Hardwoods named Maine’s 2015 ‘Outstanding Manufacturer’ MILO — The Maine Forest Products Council has named Lumbra Hardwoods Inc.
9 years ago Special town meeting results SANGERVILLE — At least 67 residents met in the fire station for two hours on Sept.
9 years ago COMING SOON Observer photo/Stuart Hedstrom The Dover-Foxcroft Board of Appeals gave its approval to the application and site plan for Rowell’s Garage to construct an automatic car wash at the business’ East Main Street property during a Sept.
9 years ago Commissioners turn down request seeking major overhaul of Blanchard-Shirley Road By Stuart HedstromStaff Writer DOVER-FOXCROFT — Earlier in the month the Piscataquis County Commissioners opted to take no action on a citizens’ petition requesting that the town of Shirley be ordered to make repairs to the Blanchard-Shirley Road from the Blanchard town line north several miles to 33 Blanchard Road.
9 years ago Milo Police Dept among Maine agencies battling opiates By Stuart HedstromStaff Writer MILO — During a selectmen’s meeting on Sept.
9 years ago Quality over quantity FA field hockey teams goal in undefeated start By Ernie ClarkStaff Writer DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Foxcroft Academy field hockey team has reached the midpoint of its regular season in a familiar position — near the top of the standings.
9 years ago PCES celebrates World Peace Day By Stuart HedstromStaff Writer GUILFORD — Through various art projects and a moment of silence on the school lawn, students and staff at Piscataquis Community Elementary School observed International World Peace Day on Sept.
9 years ago Between the Rivers Presented with Cooperator of the Year Award By Stuart HedstromStaff Writer SHIRLEY — Combining sustainable forestry with innovative forestry education on its 1,700 acres, Between the Rivers was presented with the Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District’s (PCSWCD) Cooperator of the Year Award during a tour and ceremony on Sept.