By Pete Warner, Bangor Daily News Staff I came into this year with high hopes.

To the Editor; I am deeply worried about Wolfden Resources’ interest in mining at Pickett Mountain near Mt.

By Matthew Gagnon “Dear Mainer,” a Substack newsletter published by U.

By Andrew Hudacs Regardless of age, we all have a stake in our communities.

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By Nancy Battick Genealogy is a hobby, but for many of us it’s an obsession.

To the Editor; As a long-time resident of the Katahdin area, I have very deep concerns about the Pickett Mountain mining project proposed near Patten.

To the Editor; Fifty years ago this week, a newlywed couple left their South Portland roots for Piscataquis County.

By Matthew Gagnon Another day, another surplus.

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To the Editor; I write to express my concern that the water quality, fisheries and outdoor economy of the Katahdin Region are once again at risk of permanent degradation.

By Matthew Gagnon Portland is in rough shape.

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By Sarah Sindo Since you found your way to the Bangor Daily News Outdoors section, I’m assuming you enjoy the outdoors and maybe even view wilderness as an essential space for yourself.

By Aislinn Sarnacki Just before sunrise, I entered the dense forest of Baxter State Park.

By Nancy Battick If you’re stuck in your research, you might want to consider writing a query.

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