Piscataquis Observer

The Morton Avenue Municipal Building in Dover-Foxcroft

The Morton Avenue Municipal Building in Dover-Foxcroft

Why this conservative Maine town is trying to ban data centers

September 21, 2026

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Dover-Foxcroft is the latest town in rural Maine that may pass a ban on building large-scale data centers as backlash against big tech sweeps the state. Developers are unlikely to build such a project in the town, which has limited infrastructure and ordinances already on the books to regulate development.

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What spreads faster than the flu? Myths about flu shots

BREWER — We’ve all heard them before, “The flu actually gives you the flu,” “the flu shot isn’t effective” or “the flu is basically just a common cold.

Dave’s World honored by Efficiency Maine

FREEPORT — On Sept.

Dead Katahdin hiker was still alive when 1st 911 call went out

By Marie Weidmayer, Bangor Daily News Staff A hiker on Katahdin was still alive when the first 911 call came in, Baxter State Park’s director told the Bangor Daily News.

A cappella and strings to appear at Center Theatre Harvest Gala

DOVER-FOXCROFT – The Center Theatre for the Performing Arts announced that two varied groups will be performing at the annual Center Theatre Harvest Gala.

Unidentified body found on Katahdin

By Marie Weidmayer, Bangor Daily News Staff An unidentified person was found dead on Katahdin on Sept.

Sebasticook Valley Federal Credit Union to host second annual paintball tournament to end hunger

GUILFORD — Sebasticook Valley Federal Credit Union will host its second annual paintball tournament on Saturday, Sept.

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Dexter cross country runs in Bangor

September 21, 2026

BANGOR — The Dexter Regional High School cross country team took part in a PVC/KVAC crossover meet at Saxl Park on Sept. 19.

FA boys XC comes in second at Central

CORINTH — The Foxcroft Academy boys cross country team finished in second place at a meet at Central High School of Corinth on Sept.

PCHS senior reaches 100-goal milestone

GUILFORD — Piscataquis Community High School senior Chase Lander joined some rare company in Maine high school sports history with his 100th career goal in a 14-0 victory vs.

Opinion BrowseOpinion

There’s wealth in journals

By Nancy Battick If you belong to a genealogical society, you likely will receive a subscription to their journal as part of your membership.

Some bowhunters may have a tough decision to make this fall

Protecting Maine through stronger infrastructure and climate resiliency

Social Security reform needs open debate, not a fast track

By Andre Chasse As the volunteer state president for AARP Maine, I spend a great deal of time talking with older Mainers about the issues that matter most to them.

SAM banquet draws big turnout of sportsmen

Mainers depend on the promise of Social Security. I intend to keep it.

By Troy Jackson By now, I’m sure you’ve heard my story.

Living BrowseLiving

UMaine Extension offers webinar on greenhouse technology

University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a beginner-friendly webinar on greenhouse technology for growers and gardeners from 6 to 7:15 p.

UMaine Extension offers financial coaching program for farmers and industry workers

Financial conversations can be uncomfortable and are often avoided, limiting opportunities for individuals and families in agriculture, aquaculture and fishing to build confidence in money management, planning and budgeting.

AARP Maine honored with Helper of the Year Award

BREWER — AARP Maine was honored with the 2026 Helper of the Year Award by the Eastern Area Agency on Aging at the Harvest for Help Breakfast on Sept.

This $3M Greenville luxury property comes with apartments, a restaurant and marina

GREENVILLE — A nearly $3 million property in Greenville offers the chance to live in a luxury condominium above a restaurant and marina in the southernmost cove of Moosehead Lake.

Calendar of events

Recurring Events Mondays DEXTER: The Abbott Museum is open 10 a.

Dover-Foxcroft seeks temporary data center ban

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The town of Dover-Foxcroft wants to ban data centers temporarily for 180 days while the Maine Data Center Advisory Council works to regulate future projects.