Penquis is proud to lead the Maine Highlands Economic Development Initiative, a community-centered planning effort designed to create sustainable, full-time jobs across rural Penobscot and Piscataquis counties.

By Joyce Bucciantini, AARP Maine community outreach volunteer Surrounded by the crisp ocean air and the deep green woods, it is easy to understand why Maine is called “Vacation Land.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Citizenship was the trait recognized during the month of May for the SeDoMoCha School’s Students in the Spotlight honorees.

By Ethan Andrews, Bangor Daily News Staff New rates for Central Maine Power and Versant Power customers went into effect July 1.

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PARKMAN — The Parkman Historical Society has plans for a new home at the Four Corners.

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

By Marie Weidmayer, Bangor Daily News Staff Northern Light Health’s warning of coming changes without providing details is creating a mood of uncertainty about its future, an expert said.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — University of Maine Cooperative Extension, in partnership with the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Maine Natural Areas Program, Maine Forest Service and Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District, will present an invasive plant educational workshop on Tuesday, July 22 from 10 a.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Shiretown Singers are thrilled to announce their Summer Sing, a series of public singing sessions held on Wednesdays throughout July and August.