Piscataquis Observer

Observer file photo/Stuart Hedstrom THE GOAL IS TO RUSH THROUGH A WHOOPIE PIE -- Youth tried not to savor the flavor in the age 12 and under whoopie pie eating contest during the 2018 Maine Whoopie Festival in downtown Dover-Foxcroft. Tyler Wing of Guilford finished his half of traditional flavored whoopie the fastest to earn the title of youth whoopie pie eating champion. Last year’s Maine Whoopie Pie Festival drew 7,000 to Dover-Foxcroft to celebrate Maine’s Official State Treat, with proceeds benefiting the Center Theatre. This year’s 10th anniversary event will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 22.

Dexter pitcher helps send team into Class C softball state final against Madison

Most players would be elated about being chosen to an all-conference second team as a freshman. Not Dexter High School softball pitcher Avery Herrick, who was a Penobscot Valley Conference Class C all-star selection a year ago.

3 days ago

Portland Sea Dogs kick off Maine Whoopie Weekend

On Friday, June 21 at 7 p.m. the Portland Sea Dogs will take Hadlock Field as The Maine Whoopie Pies to kick off Maine Whoopie Pie Weekend. The weekend, which was recently recognized by the Maine Legislature, celebrates the taste of Maine's Official State Treat, the whoopie pie.

Opinion Browse Opinion

Family Discoverer2 days ago

Preserving history in old cemeteries

This is the time of year when we visit cemeteries. Sometimes what we find is not what we expected. In a neighboring town I found one cemetery with missing stones. We located heaps of pieces of stones tossed over a bank into the woods like so much rubbish. In another we found that when old stones fell, the town crew hauled in soil, burying the stones and leaving nothing but an empty green space.

Column3 days ago

Father’s Day without my father

Sunday, June 16, is my first Father’s Day without my father. I don’t have children. When I think about what makes a good father, I compare the fathering skills of others — including my own dad. Also, I can remember how, as a kid, I felt during interactions with my father. Although I was a child, I was still me.

Letter3 days ago

Support bill for presidential Ranked Choice Voting

A majority of Maine voters twice approved Ranked Choice Voting at the ballot box over the past several years. But, we still don’t have it for the 2020 presidential election. That’s because the Maine Legislature must act.

Letter4 days ago

Dear Monson artists

On behalf of the citizens of Monson, I want to welcome you to the revitalized community of Monson on the shores of beautiful Lake Hebron. It is an honor and pleasure to have you as our guest. You are an asset to the community and economy.

Living Browse Living

2 hours ago

Dexter Public Health Association annual fund campaign

On June 12 members of the Dexter Public Health Association gathered in the town council chambers to prepare envelopes for the annual fund campaign. Contributions from members of the communities support free nursing services, regardless of income, to Dexter, Ripley and Garland residents.

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Ten Cent Whoopie Pie Book Sale June 20-22

A Ten Cent Whoopie Pie Book Sale will be held in the meeting room of the Thompson Free Library at 186 East Main Street. The sale runs Thursday, June 20 2-7 p.m.; Friday, June 21 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Saturday, June 22 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Proceeds from this sale are for children's programs.

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Calendar of events

Upcoming events around the region.

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Katahdin Valley Boys perform June 29 at Wayside Theatre

The Katahdin Valley Boys, one of Maine's most popular and respected bluegrass bands, return to the Wayside Theatre on Saturday, June 29 at 7 p.m.

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Guilford library hosts Italy trip slideshow Wednesday

The Guilford Memorial Library is pleased to be hosting local resident Dolores Curtis as she shares slides and stories from her recent travels to northern Italy. This free event is Wednesday, June 19 at 3 p.m.

3 days ago

Art show June 30 at Millworks

An art show and reception will be from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 30 at the Millworks, LLC building at 16 Church Street. Featured artists are Wally Warren, Joe Kennedy and Nellie Kennedy. All three are long-time friends and neighbors living and producing art in Ripley.

10th anniversary Maine Whoopie Pie Festival set for Saturday

Find the Whoopie Contest winner

New York company brings ‘glamping’ to Maine state parks

Two PCHS essay writers honored

Local man purchases Powerline Construction

Penobscot Valley outlasts Greenville to win ‘D’ softball title

Madison softball team beats Dexter to defend ‘C’ state title

Dexter pitcher helps send team into Class C softball state final against Madison

Portland Sea Dogs kick off Maine Whoopie Weekend

Preserving history in old cemeteries

Father’s Day without my father

Support bill for presidential Ranked Choice Voting

Dear Monson artists

Dexter Public Health Association annual fund campaign

Ten Cent Whoopie Pie Book Sale June 20-22

Calendar of events

Katahdin Valley Boys perform June 29 at Wayside Theatre

Guilford library hosts Italy trip slideshow Wednesday

Art show June 30 at Millworks

Wayward moose crashes through window of Dover-Foxcroft building

SeDoMoCha fifth-graders graduate from D.A.R.E.

Two arrested as Dexter police dog sniffs out narcotics