4 years ago Portland Diocese announces upcoming Mass schedules PORTLAND — Maine parishes are offering a wide range of opportunities for parishioners to stay connected in this very different Christmas season, including in person and livestreamed Masses on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day as well as the distribution of Holy Communion outside of Mass.
4 years ago Central Hall Commons launches program to combat loneliness The CDC is encouraging Americans to stay safe and celebrate with their household for the winter holidays.
4 years ago New Thompson Free Library director hired DOVER-FOXCROFT — Jon Knepp of Alexandria, Pennsylvania has been hired as the new director of library services for the Thompson Free Library.
4 years ago Live virtual blessing for all Maine families with Bishop Deeley on Sunday PORTLAND — During Advent, Bishop Robert Deeley will host a special virtual prayer and blessing gathering for all Maine families at 5 p.
4 years ago Season of change at Thompson Free Library By Kim Brawn, Thompson Free Library When it rains it pours.
4 years ago Tips for making DIY ornaments from materials you have around the house By Sam Schipani, Bangor Daily News Staff Decorating for the holiday season is underway.
4 years ago Monson Historical Society Gift Shop open on Wednesdays MONSON — The Monson Historical Society Gift Shop will be open from 10 a.
4 years ago Penquis receives funding for home weatherization BANGOR — USDA Rural Development is investing $213,674 through two housing preservation grants to Penquis and the Western Maine Community Action Program.
4 years ago St. Anne Church in Dexter among those hosting a Thanksgiving Mass Bishop Robert Deeley will celebrate Thanksgiving Day Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland on Thursday, Nov.
4 years ago Free Thanksgiving meal at Dexter VFW DEXTER — VFW Post 4298 in Dexter is hosting a free Thanksgiving meal for the public from 11 a.
4 years ago Dover-Foxcroft Congregational Church continues to serve the community DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Dover-Foxcroft Congregational Church, with its high steeple and town clock, has stood at the heart of Dover Foxcroft since 1851.
4 years ago UMaine Extension offers recipes and food safety tips for Thanksgiving University of Maine Cooperative Extension has several resources to help prepare a safe and healthy Thanksgiving meal.
4 years ago Dover-Foxcroft village scene featured on Pine Tree Society holiday cards BATH — The holiday season might look a little different this year, but many traditions remain the same, such as the simple joy of sending – and receiving – a special card from a friend or family member.
4 years ago Maine Catholic churches temporarily change attendance capacity PORTLAND — In accordance with Gov.
4 years ago ‘Get to Know Girl Scouts — A Caregiver Q&A’ sessions “Get to Know Girl Scouts — A Caregiver Q&A” will be offered over Zoom on three nights, 6-6:30 p.
4 years ago Pine Tree Hospice annual meeting on Zoom Nov. 19 You are invited to Pine Tree Hospice’s annual meeting.