2 years ago Old Town Orono YMCA and Piscataquis Regional YMCA formalize their agreement to work together The Old Town Orono YMCA and the Piscataquis Regional YMCA are excited to share that earlier this month the board of directors for the two organizations formally voted to integrate as one organization.
2 years ago Children’s thrift store is latest new business to open in downtown Dover-Foxcroft DOVER-FOXCROFT — Giving birth just nine days ago didn’t stop Shania Wooding from opening a new business in downtown Dover-Foxcroft.
2 years ago Court system plans a ‘trial blitz’ to start clearing backlog but lawyers aren’t sure it will be enough By Judy Harrison, Bangor Daily News Staff A “trial blitz” planned this fall in Washington County may serve as a blueprint for how Maine can resolve a huge backlog of criminal cases after the pandemic forced long delays in the dispensing of justice.
2 years ago MaineCF grants available for arts initiatives Arts organizations throughout the state may be eligible for grants from the Maine Community Foundation.
2 years ago Maine grass airstrip survives solar farm threat By Ted Luebbers DOVER-FOXCROFT – The Charles A.
2 years ago Northern Light Mayo Hospital announces Safe Sitter, CPR, and First Aid class DOVER-FOXCROFT — Babysitting is a serious responsibility, but with the right training, it can be an incredibly rewarding experience.
2 years ago Dover-Foxcroft Select Board accepts nearly $55,900 in property bids DOVER-FOXCROFT — The town of Dover-Foxcroft will collect nearly $55,900 after the select board approved bids on tax-acquired properties at a meeting Monday.
2 years ago What a rare swing endorsement says about Maine’s big congressional race By Michael Shepherd, Bangor Daily News Staff There are few surprising or notable endorsements in general elections these days.
2 years ago A new property tax freeze for Maine seniors is expected to cost the state millions By Michael Shepherd, Bangor Daily News Staff A sweeping new program that aims to freeze property taxes for Maine seniors faces big questions from the local officials who will have to implement it about two weeks before it takes effect.
2 years ago Take a joy ride with Thompson Free Library By Kim Brawn “The loons! The loons! They’re welcoming us back,” Katharine Hepburn exclaims, in the opening scene of “On Golden Pond.
2 years ago Maine Highlands FCU contributes to Pine Tree Hospice Photo courtesy of Maine Highlands FCU CARING FOR COMMUNITY – Pine Tree Hospice recently received a donation from Maine Highlands FCU employees.
2 years ago Scoopstock returns Aug. 14 SANGERVILLE — It’s time for everyone’s favorite ice cream sundae of the summer! On Sunday, Aug.
2 years ago Edwards Brothers Supermarket to participate in Bakes for Breast Cancer Maine DOVER-FOXCROFT –- Edwards Brothers Supermarket in Dover-Foxcroft is proud to announce its participation in Bakes for Breast Cancer’s signature event — Bakes for Breast Cancer Maine — returning for its second year, which helps raise funds and awareness for breast cancer research.
2 years ago Paul LePage and Jared Golden win Maine police group’s backing in major split By Michael Shepherd, Bangor Daily News Staff AUGUSTA — Former Gov.
2 years ago Dover-Foxcroft man who barged into day care and took his children convicted of assault DOVER-FOXCROFT — A Dover-Foxcroft man accused of assaulting a local day care’s owner and an employee and fleeing with his two children was convicted of assault during a trial this week, according to the Piscataquis County District Attorney’s Office.
2 years ago Business leaders want Maine’s help to find entry-level workers By Lori Valigra, Bangor Daily News Staff A lack of entry-level workers and high energy costs led the list of priorities business leaders recommended for the next governor in a report released July 21, reflecting key issues in the pandemic economy.
2 years ago These are the Maine creatures that want to suck your blood By Julia Bayly, Bangor Daily News Staff Scientifically they are known as hematophagous, though most people more commonly refer to them as blood suckers.
2 years ago Maine Women’s Fund announces transfer of $3 million in assets to the Maine Community Foundation The Maine Women’s Fund announced it is transferring $3 million in assets and entrusting the pursuit of its mission to make bold investments that transform the lives of Maine women and girls to the Maine Community Foundation.