PORTLAND — During Advent, Bishop Robert Deeley will host a special virtual prayer and blessing gathering for all Maine families at 5 p.

By Kim Brawn, Thompson Free Library When it rains it pours.

By Matt LaRoche I did not grow up in a hunting family, so I had to hone my hunting skills on my own and by reading books and magazines.

Composite image courtesy of Dexter Regional High SchoolSTUDENTS OF THE MONTH — Dexter Regional High School is pleased to announce the October Students of the month as selected by the faculty and staff.

By Shirar Patterson and Courtney Yeager The COVID-19 pandemic has dealt a devastating economic blow to our state.

To the Editor; As a working mom with four young children and a husband who works in healthcare, I know firsthand how hard COVID-19 has been.

By Rosemary Lausier, Bangor Daily News Staff This story will be updated.

By Sam Schipani, Bangor Daily News Staff Decorating for the holiday season is underway.

By Jen and Bob Montgomery-Rice Giving back has never been more important to our community than during this pandemic and there are plenty of options to pledge your support.

By Ernie Clark, Bangor Daily News Staff Team-based practices and intrasquad scrimmages for moderate and high-risk interscholastic winter sports in Maine, which were scheduled to begin on Dec.