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Observer photo/Stuart Hedstrom REGIONAL RUNNERS-UP -- Dexter senior quarterback Logan Perkins hoists the Class D North runner-up plaque following the game on Nov. 15 at Hampden Academy. The No. 2 Tigers fell 46-8 to top-seeded Bucksport, as the Golden Bucks were the only team to defeat 8-2 Dexter in 2019.

Observer photo/Stuart Hedstrom REGIONAL RUNNERS-UP -- Dexter senior quarterback Logan Perkins hoists the Class D North runner-up plaque following the game on Nov. 15 at Hampden Academy. The No. 2 Tigers fell 46-8 to top-seeded Bucksport, as the Golden Bucks were the only team to defeat 8-2 Dexter in 2019.

Bucksport bests Dexter for Class D North championship

November 17, 2019

Heading into the 2019 Class D North/Little Ten Conference championship on Friday, Nov. 15 on the artificial turf at Hampden Academy, second-seeded Dexter Regional High School had little room for error against No. 1 Bucksport High School. The Golden Bucks would tally more than 400 yards on the ground and take advantage of four Tiger turnovers, with three of these changes in possession leading to touchdowns, in a 46-8 victory.

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Outdoors in Maine14 hours ago

Venison recipes will help take the chill out of winter

When the winter winds come blowing in and temperatures hover in the single digits, cooking and consuming great food warms the tummy and the soul.

This short hike leads to a series of waterfalls in Nahmakanta Public Lands

Traveling along the bank of Musquash Stream in Nahmakanta Public Lands, a scenic hiking trail visits a series of small waterfalls before turning back into the forest and forming a small loop. This 0.9-mile trail is one of the many hikes located on the state-owned property, which encompasses 43,000 acres about halfway between Moosehead and Millinocket.

Piscataquis County Spirit of America Award honorees

A number of area residents were recognized at the county-wide Spirit of American Awards ceremony Nov. 15 at the Valley Grange in Guilford.

Moosehead Lake information kiosks installed

he Moosehead Lake Region Economic Development Corporation has kicked off Phase 2 of the Wayfinding Initiative. Four information kiosks have been installed to help visitors locate the major outdoor public attractions in the Moosehead Lake region.

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MPA finalizes times for state championship football games

November 18, 2019

Maine’s high school football season comes to a close later this week, and the Maine Principals’ Association has announced the game times for action in all four classes.

First National Bank contributes $50K for Foxcroft Academy fieldhouse

First National Bank recently announced a $50,000 donation to Foxcroft Academy toward the capital campaign for the construction of a new fieldhouse. The $5.5 million fieldhouse project will provide dedicated space for student activities including field hockey, soccer, wrestling, track, baseball and softball as well as future community use of the facility

Sports calendar

Upcoming sporting events around the region.

The Off-Grid Groomers of Kingsbury Plantation will soon be back in business

Ah winter… It’s on the way for sure. The north winds have been blowing, hardwood trees are practically leafless, and Mother Nature’s gift of snow has already made an appearance. In this part of Maine thoughts are turning to winter pastimes like skiing, snowshoeing and of course, snowmobiling.

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Column14 hours ago

The millworkers matter most

This past Wednesday I arrived at Museum L-A for Executive Director Rachel Desgrosseilliers’s “Grateful for Rachel” retirement party. She is a Maine treasure who created a model of historic and cultural preservation that can, and should, be duplicated in communities statewide.

Column3 days ago

Gov. Mills looks forward to hearing thoughts on how to foster economic growth

This week I had a great discussion up at Blair Hill Inn and Restaurant in Greenville with business owners, residents, development leaders and local lawmakers. We focused on ideas and strategies for economic growth in rural Maine, particularly Western Maine.

Column5 days ago

Why are there still Democrats declaring to run for president?

There are currently 17 candidates running for the Democratic nomination for president in 2020, and there seems to be a little something for everyone?

Column5 days ago

Time to give Maine lawmakers and judges a raise

Members of the Maine Legislature, judges and the governor deserve a raise -- not because they’re all great at their job, though many are, but because they are woefully underpaid for the difficult work that they do.

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Applications being accepted for Baxter State Park Visiting Artist Program

Baxter State Park is now accepting submissions for the 2020 Visiting Artist Program. The park invites visual artists, writers, poets and musicians to apply by March 15, 2020.

Veterans assistance Wednesday at Milo American Legion

Veterans assistance (VA issues and other benefits) will be provided at Milo American Legion Post 41 from 1-4 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 20.

SeDoMoCha Turkey Trot collects for families in need

Elementary and fifth-graders brought in food for Thanksgiving boxes for families in the community, and middle school students raised pledges in order to fund other items for the Thanksgiving boxes such as turkey, cooking supplies, gravy and anything else needed.

Dexter officials consider TIF district possibilities

Dexter town officials have been working to retain and attract businesses to the community. One economic development tool available to Maine communities is tax increment financing (TIF) and during a Nov. 14 council meeting Town Manager Trampas King discussed what the community may be able to do.

Volunteers, food items sought for free community Thanksgiving dinner

This will be the 16th annual Thanksgiving dinner offered to the community, by the community. The meal is scheduled for 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28 at the Guilford United Methodist Church on the corner of North Main and School streets. Take out meals are available. Delivered meals and rides to the event are available.

Northern Light CEO will leave to take job with top hospital lobbying group

The leader of Maine’s second largest health care system is leaving her post for a job at a prominent national lobbying organization for hospitals. Michelle Hood, president and CEO of Northern Light Health, announced Thursday that she has accepted a job as executive vice president and chief operating officer of the American Hospital Association.