4 years ago Dover-Foxcroft awarded $55,000 election grant DOVER-FOXCROFT — The town of Dover-Foxcroft will receive some financial assistance with election costs as the community has been awarded a $55,000 grant from the Center for Tech and Civic Life.
4 years ago 81 percent of hunters in first moose season filled their tags This year’s moose seasons are bucking traditional wisdom, according to the state’s moose biologist, who said he was a bit surprised that 81 percent of hunters in the first six-day season, which was staged two weeks ago, filled their tags during a hot week of hunting.
4 years ago Inch of rainfall predicted to hit Maine on Tuesday A “solid inch” of rain will hit Maine on Tuesday and it could begin to relieve the state’s drought, according to the National Weather Service.
4 years ago SeDoMoCha students, staff learning amidst pandemic DOVER-FOXCROFT — More than a month into offering several methods of instruction, students and staff at the SeDoMoCha School are doing their best to cope with the challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic.
4 years ago Dover-Foxcroft police chief accused of trying to strangle woman resigns DOVER-FOXCROFT — The chief of the Dover-Foxcroft Police Department has resigned after being arrested last month for allegedly attempting to strangle a woman with whom he was having an affair.
4 years ago 14 easy ways to improve your safety while hiking Two recent deaths on Katahdin, Maine’s tallest mountain, have stirred conversation about hiking safety, raising questions like: “What kind of safety gear should you carry besides water, snacks and a headlamp?” First of all, accidents happen, and sometimes they’re entirely out of our hands.
4 years ago Piscataquis County Democratic Committee donates to Pine Tree Hospice Photo courtesy of Piscataquis County Democratic CommitteePINE TREE HOSPICE DONATION — The Piscataquis County Democratic Committee is donating a percentage of the proceeds from the September Virtual Fall Fundraiser to several non-profit organizations in Piscataquis County.
4 years ago How Mainers can use ranked-choice voting in the 2020 election It has been a rocky year for Maine’s first-in-the-nation system of ranked-choice voting, but the method has survived court challenges and will be used in the U.
4 years ago Dover-Foxcroft Kiwanis gives heartfelt thanks on behalf of children and families DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Dover-Foxcroft Kiwanis Charities has been serving this community for over 80 years.
4 years ago Area representatives endorsed by Christian Civic League of Maine The Christian Civic League of Maine has announced its 2020 Maine State House candidate endorsements.
4 years ago County officials looking at increase in preliminary budget DOVER-FOXCROFT — Several days before the budget committee had its initial scheduled meeting, the county commissioners conducted their first review of draft spending plans for the Piscataquis County and Unorganized Territory budgets during an Oct.
4 years ago First National donates $3,000 for masks for kids through Penquis BANGOR – First National Bank and First National Wealth Management recently announced a $3,000 contribution to Penquis towards the purchase of reusable children’s masks in support of their annual school supply drive.
4 years ago Virtual events to mark Domestic Violence Activism Month Domestic Violence Activism Month will look different in 2020.
4 years ago County Democrats hold Fall Fundraiser DOVER-FOXCROFT — Piscataquis County Democrats held their annual Fall Fundraiser the evening of Sept.
4 years ago What you should know about building a campfire in Maine Whether you’re camping in the wilderness or simply relaxing in the backyard, a crackling campfire offers light, warmth and a place to roast delicious snacks.
4 years ago Class of 1966 earns top honors in 2019-20 FA Alumni Class Challenge Photo courtesy of Foxcroft AcademyFA ALUMNI CLASS CHALLENGE — With everything going on in the world, a spirited competition can help take your mind off things.
4 years ago Piscataquis has no one on Fish and Wildlife Advisory Council Unfortunately, one of the best kept secrets about the workings of the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife is the Advisory Council.
4 years ago Piscataquis Regional YMCA partners with Old Town-Orono due to pandemic losses The Piscataquis Regional YMCA is partnering with the Old Town-Orono facility to consolidate support and resources after months of revenue losses due to the coronavirus pandemic.