6 years ago PRYMCA announces new director of operations and development The Board of Directors and CEO Diane Dickerson are proud to announce some management additions and changes at the Piscataquis Regional YMCA. Janna Loureiro Wasel has been chosen to become the director of operations and development.
6 years ago June 12 referendum results Results for Dover-Foxcroft, RSU 68 and SAD 46 referendums on June 12.
6 years ago Gym Dad Ironworks opens in Dover-Foxcroft Anthony Levensalor, center, snips the ceremonial ribbon for Gym Dad Ironworks on West Main Street in Dover-Foxcroft on June 9 during a Piscataquis Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting ceremony.
6 years ago County EMA garage project to go out to bid again Last month three bids for building a Piscataquis County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) storage garage all came in multiple times more than the project budget. The structure will now be going out to bid again, this time with some revisions to the specs.
6 years ago Dave’s World to reveal kitchen, bath and flooring showroom at June 14 Chamber After Hours event The Dave’s World team is excited to reveal the new showroom. The grand opening will be from 5:30-7:30 p.m. as the Piscataquis Chamber will hold the event for members and the community to experience the new showroom for themselves. Guests can expect to find refreshments including hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar, and great door prizes. RSVPs by June 11 to 564-7533 are appreciated but not required.
6 years ago Judge denies killer’s request for new trial based on results of DNA test A Superior Court judge has denied a new trial to a Guilford man serving two life sentences for the 1999 execution-style slayings of his ex-girlfriend and the toddler she was babysitting.
6 years ago Area National Honor Society chapters The region's five chapters of the National Honor Society.
6 years ago Mayo Regional Hospital announces provider changes at Guilford Medical Associates Mayo’s Rural Health Center in Guilford, also known as Guilford Medical Associates (GMA), wants patients to be aware of recent changes in the provider lineup
6 years ago New Dover-Foxcroft Police patch design finalized Thanks to the time and talents of five student artists, the Dover-Foxcroft Police Department has a new patch as the design was unveiled during a May 30 selectmen’s meeting.
6 years ago $11.56M RSU 68 budget set for June 12 referendum A proposed $11,559,908 RSU 68 budget for the 2018-19 academic year was approved at the annual district meeting on May 29 at the SeDoMoCha School. The spending package will now go to a referendum in the towns of Charleston, Dover-Foxcroft, Monson and Sebec on Tuesday, June 12 with residents of the four communities voting either “yes” or “no” to make a district-wide decision.
6 years ago Dover-Foxcroft marks Memorial Day The 2018 Memorial Day parade in Dover-Foxcroft on May 28 recognized all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
6 years ago Plantings mark Arbor Week in Dover-Foxcroft For the sixth consecutive year the town of Dover-Foxcroft recognized Arbor Week, observed in 2018 from May 21-25 or the third full week of the month, with a ceremonial planting on May 23. This year a pair of clethra ruby spice or summersweet shrubs were placed in front of the newly-opened The Commons at Central Hall on East Main Street.
6 years ago Commissioners table decision on EMA garage With each of three bids for building a Piscataquis County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) storage garage coming in multiple times more than the project budget, the county commissioners opted to table a decision during a May 15 meeting.
6 years ago Sheriff’s Lt. Kane named Valley Grange Citizen of the Year A Piscataquis County Sheriff’s Office lieutenant who goes above and beyond the call of duty and who gives back in other ways has been honored by the Valley Grange with the organization’s 2018 Community Citizen of the Year honor. Lt. Jamie Kane received the recognition on the evening of May 18 at the Grange Hall.
6 years ago Dexter man arrested after intentionally hitting pair of police vehicles On May 16 Dover-Foxcroft Police Department officers were called to investigate a suspicious person, associated with a domestic case of harassment and stalking. The suspect Edward Crooks, 40, of Dexter, was suspected of continued harassment of a female victim. Officers were seeking to make contact with Crooks who was believed to be intoxicated at the time and driving a silver or tan colored Chevy Trailblazer.
6 years ago D-F selectmen approve corridor moratorium extension Four years ago residents approved an ordinance concerning private distribution corridors, including paved highways, pipelines and high-tension transmission lines. The moratorium enacted in 2014 -- meaning permits for these types of development projects cannot be granted during the timeline -- was in effect for 180 days. The moratorium has since been renewed seven times with the current extension in place through May 25. During a May 14 meeting, the selectmen approved another 180-day extension which will be in effect from May 26 to Nov. 21.
6 years ago Man accused of stealing Dexter police cruiser while handcuffed held without bail The man accused of stealing a Dexter police cruiser while handcuffed last week and leading police on a high-speed chase down rural roads remained in jail Wednesday, May 16 after making his first court appearance earlier in the day at the Penobscot Judicial Center.
6 years ago Handcuffed man accused of stealing Maine cruiser discharged from hospital to county jail The handcuffed man who stole a Dexter police cruiser last week was released from a Bangor hospital Monday and then charged for the theft, authorities said.