During his tenure, Wilhelm Friess, associate professor of mechanical engineering at the University of Maine, has seen a pattern of talented first-generation, low-income engineering students leaving the program — or dropping out of college altogether.

BANGOR — Eastern Maine Development Corporation is pleased to announce its new podcast series, “Maine Boost.

DEXTER – The Dexter Revitalization Committee is launching a consumer-centered trade show in October which will be held at the historic Dexter Town Hall located at 4 Hall Street This two-day event is Saturday, Oct.

SEBEC — Whoopie pies anyone? How about three dozen for free? The third annual Jimmy Mike’s Whoopie Pie Sale & Yard Sale for Charity is taking place on Saturday, Sept.

DOVER-FOXCROFT – Ice Dance International, New England’s premier ice dancing performing arts company, has announced its fall tour schedule.

By Leela Stockley, Bangor Daily News Staff PARKMAN – An 18-year-old man died on Friday night, Sept.

GREENVILLE — Employees, hospital supporters, patients, and community members gathered on Friday, Sept.

PRESQUE ISLE – The University of Maine at Presque Isle and the Alumni Association will present six awards of distinction during the upcoming Homecoming 2022 activities, including an honor for Paul Stearns of Guilford.

The Appalachian Mountain Club launched See the Dark, a public awareness program to highlight the importance of the night sky and elevate understanding of the impact of light pollution.

By David Marino Jr.