By Patty Wight, Maine Public Vaccination rates among school-aged children in Maine are above 97 percent, according to the latest annual report from the state Center for Disease Control.

By Wendy Watkins, Bangor Daily News Staff A Dover-Foxcroft soldier who died during World War II after being captured in the Philippines was slated to come home Saturday evening, following a long police escort through three states.

SANGERVILLE — The Sons and Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War will be holding a memorial for four Revolutionary War veterans on Flag Day, Saturday, June 14 at the Knowlton Mills Cemetery.

Photo courtesy of Dexter Regional High SchoolSTUDENTS OF THE MONTH — Dexter Regional High School is pleased to announce the May Students of the Month as selected by the faculty and staff for being exemplary students.

By Matt Junker, Bangor Daily News Staff The Maine high school state championships for outdoor track are being delayed due to another round of bad weather forecasted for this weekend.

June is Internet Safety Month, a timely reminder for people to evaluate their digital habits and take steps to protect their mobile devices.

By Christopher Burns, Bangor Daily News Staff Most trails up Maine’s tallest mountain are now open for hikers.

HAMPDEN — Local grade 9 athletes were among those taking part in the 2025 Penobscot Valley Conference outdoor track & field championship on June 3 at Hampden Academy.

Recurring Events Mondays DEXTER: The Abbott Museum is open 10 a.

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