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Maine GOP chair ousted after bad 2022 election

By Michael Shepherd, Bangor Daily News Staff AUGUSTA, Maine — Former Maine Assistant House Minority Leader Joel Stetkis ousted Maine Republican Party Chair Demi Kouzounas on Saturday after a bad 2022 election for the party.

‘Pollinators and the Forest’ program offered by the PCSWCD

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Most people know how important flowers are to bees, but what about trees? Turns out trees are an essential habitat for native bees! There are several simple ways citizens can have a positive impact on pollinators and in an effort to share information, the Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District will be presenting an interesting program titled “Pollinators and the Forest” at the Thompson Free Library on Thursday, February 16 at 6 p.

D-F teen honored by The Telling Room in statewide writing contest

PORTLAND — The Telling Room, a literary arts education organization whose mission is to empower youth through writing and share their voices with the world, is thrilled to recognize 16th young authors from across Maine as county winners in the 16th annual Statewide Writing Contest.

Restaurants in Monson, Lisbon Falls among semifinalists for 2023 James Beard Awards

By Emily Burnham, Bangor Daily News Staff The James Beard Foundation announced on Wednesday the semifinalists for its yearly awards, one of the most prestigious culinary honors in the country, with 10 Maine chefs and eateries making the list.

Moosehead Lake Togue Derby returns this weekend

GREENVILLE — The 16th annual Moosehead Lake Togue Derby begins this weekend, from Friday to Sunday on Jan.

Dover-Foxcroft to purchase new tank truck

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Dover-Foxcroft Fire Department’s near 30-year-old tank truck that has been out of service and is in need of costly repairs will be replaced with a 2024 model.

Six graduate from CNA program, achieve certification

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Northern Light Mayo Hospital and Eastern Maine Community College are pleased to announce that six individuals have graduated from their Certified Nursing Assistant training program and have earned state certification.

Nonprofit wants to build affordable housing in Greenville

GREENVILLE — The nonprofit group that purchased homes and turned them into rental units in Millinocket plans to build affordable housing in Greenville.

UMA teacher leaves job to represent people who can’t afford lawyers

By Judy Harrison, Bangor Daily News Staff Bry Martin is doing something that few are doing these days — he volunteers to represent people in court who are facing jail time but cannot afford to pay a lawyer.

Bangor drag queen troupe schedule 1st show in Dover-Foxcroft

DOVER-FOXCROFT — A popular drag group that performs at venues across the state will be in Piscataquis County for the first time in April.

Find what you need at Thompson Free Library

By Kim Brawn While nothing can be all things to all people, libraries come pretty close.

Acadia FCU offers $6,000 in scholarships to 2023 graduating seniors

As a financial institution invested in their communities and neighbors, Acadia Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce they will award $6,000 in scholarships to area high school seniors.

Oratory speaker from Western Maine wins local American Legion Posts contest

MILO — Department of Maine American Legion asked Posts such as Post 41 in Milo and Post 92 in Brownville and others around the state on Jan.

County Democrats food drive on Saturday

Photo courtesy of Piscataquis County Democrats FOOD DRIVE — The Piscataquis County Democrats will have a food drive at party headquarters at 25 North Street in Dover-Foxcroft from 10 a.

Penobscot County commissioners deny spending federal funds illegally on jail repairs

By Judy Harrison, Bangor Daily News Staff Penobscot County officials on Jan.

Local projects part of $34M awarded to expand broadband through Connect the Ready program

The Maine Connectivity Authority announced more than $34 million in grant funding to expand access to high-speed, reliable and affordable internet across Maine.

Piscataquis County healthcare boards welcome new members

Northern Light Mayo and CA Dean Hospitals are pleased to welcome new members to their Boards of Trustees.

ACLU calls for federal investigation into Penobscot County ‘improperly’ allocating COVID funds

By Sawyer Loftus, Bangor Daily News Staff The American Civil Liberties Union is calling for a federal investigation into Penobscot County’s intended use of COVID-19 relief dollars to fund repairs at its chronically overcrowded jail.

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