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Observer photo/Stuart Hedstrom POTENTIAL SOLAR SITE -- The Dover-Foxcroft municipal airport on Pine Street could become the home of a four megawatt solar project. In order for the project to move forward, the airport would need to be decommissioned and a public hearing on the proposal has been scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 12 at the Morton Avenue Municipal Building.

Observer photo/Stuart Hedstrom POTENTIAL SOLAR SITE -- The Dover-Foxcroft municipal airport on Pine Street could become the home of a four megawatt solar project. In order for the project to move forward, the airport would need to be decommissioned and a public hearing on the proposal has been scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 12 at the Morton Avenue Municipal Building.

D-F airport could become site of solar project

October 18, 2019

The Dover-Foxcroft municipal airport at Charles A. Chase Jr. Memorial Field on Pine Street could become the home of a four megawatt solar project, the Dover-Foxcroft selectmen learned during an Oct. 15 meeting. In order for the project to move forward, the airport would need to be decommissioned and a public hearing on the proposal has been scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 12 at the Morton Avenue Municipal Building.

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Wardens rescue canoeists after capsizing on Ripogenus Lake

Maine Game Wardens rescued a group of capsized canoeists in high winds on Ripogenus Lake on Friday, October 18.

100th birthday for Hibbard resident

Staff at the Hibbard Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Dover-Foxcroft want to wish one of their assisted living residents a very happy 100th birthday. Earl Chase was born in Augusta, on October 18, 1919.

Horse Mountain is one of Baxter State Park’s easier hikes with great views

Difficulty: Moderate. Out and back, the hike is about 3 miles. The trail climbs gradually but steadily. Watch your step for exposed tree roots and rocks. Footing is especially tricky near the East Spur Overlook. Take your time traveling over the exposed bedrock.

Man who crashed his plane in Dexter has died

The man who was involved in a plane crash at Dexter Regional Airport on Wednesday died at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, according to hospital spokesman Bob Potts.

Sports Browse Sports

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Contributed photo A STEP AHEAD -- Foxcroft Academy senior Hunter Clarke takes control of the ball during an Oct. 11 game at Hermon. The Ponies scored five times in the second half to win 6-1.

Contributed photo A STEP AHEAD -- Foxcroft Academy senior Hunter Clarke takes control of the ball during an Oct. 11 game at Hermon. The Ponies scored five times in the second half to win 6-1.

Pony boys win at Hermon

October 16, 2019

Every game at the end of the season becomes crucial for teams battling to get into the playoffs. An Oct. 11 contest at Hermon HIgh School was no exception for the Foxcroft Academy boys soccer team looking to make the postseason this year. The Ponies sit in ninth place in the Class B North standings, where only the top 10 teams make the playoffs.

Dexter runs at Pendale Invitational

The Dexter Regional High School cross country concluded the regular season by taking part in the Pendale Invitational on Oct. 12 at Hermon High School. The Tiger boys scored 59 points to finish third of three teams, just behind the 56 points for Presque Isle High School. Host Hermon came in first with 18 points.

Two lengthy football streaks ended

On a more regional level, the Dexter Tigers ended a 31-year, 25-game losing streak against neighboring rival Foxcroft Academy on Saturday, outlasting the visiting Ponies 27-21 in overtime.

Dexter defeats Foxcroft in overtime for first win over Ponies in 31 years

A quarterback sneak and interception in the endzone helped give Dexter Regional High School a 27-21 overtime victory vs. Foxcroft in a Class D North/Little Ten Conference contest on the afternoon Oct. 12. The win is the first for the Tigers over the team’s neighbor to the north since the Reagan administration.

Opinion Browse Opinion

Family Discoverer22 hours ago

Using tax records to find family clues

Americans hate taxes and some of us dread the Ides of April on a par with being told we need a root canal. Grumbling about taxes is hardly new. Our ancestors felt exactly the same. Our ancestors protested taxes of all sorts whether the infamous tea tax, poll taxes permitting men to vote, or the ubiquitous real estate taxes.

Column2 days ago

Risk everything, even if it means sacrificing money from China

Unfortunately, in 2019, most of the people who post quotes like these on social media are not interested in actually living by those quotes. Instead, they wish to be seen signaling their own virtue, and by associating themselves with great and inspiring figures like Dr. King, hoping they too will be viewed as profound.

Column2 days ago

Wrong turns should not land infants in jail

It wasn’t a wild animal that distracted me. It was a wild phone call, an argument about work, no less. I wasn’t paying close attention to where I was. I wasn’t driving with the care we all should expect of one another. And I made a mistake.

Letter4 days ago

Credit unions work for Maine

Many government programs are trying to address Maine’s economic challenges. We have an aging population, more jobs than qualified candidates to fill them, and far too many families struggling to put meals on the table. Government assistance helps, but we cannot rely on it alone.

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Wizards and witches welcome at Central Hall

The Center Theatre is hosting its second annual Mischief Managed fundraiser at the Commons Event Center at Central Hall on Saturday, October 26 from 2 to 4 p.m. Harry Potter fans of all ages are encouraged to attend, costumes are encouraged but not required.

New program manager and volunteer coordinator at The Commons

The Commons at Central Hall is growing with programs and activities to serve the Piscataquis area. In order to fulfill the mission statement to “provide programs that create and preserve memories, build community, and enhance personal vitality by including people of all ages” successfully, a new program manager, Jeremy Loguercio, and a new volunteer coordinator, Jessica Brasier, were hired in September.

Dexter Tea Talk trivia winner

On Thursday, October 10 at the first Tea Talk meeting, Shirley Grant won a beautiful fresh flower arrangement, contributed by the Spring Street Greenhouse, for correctly answering the most Dexter trivia questions.

Dexter educator Saunders earns White House science teaching honor

Recently the White House named Alyson Lee Saunders, a science teacher at Dexter Regional High School, a recipient of a Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST). PAEMST are the nation’s highest honors for teachers of science, technology, engineering, mathematics and/or computer science teaching.

East Sangerville Grange hosts 44th craft fair Nov. 2

Doors at the East Sangerville Grange open at 9 a.m. on Saturday, November 2 for its renowned annual Holiday Craft Fair.

Calendar of events

Upcoming events around the region.