To the Editor; Jan Brett’s visit to the Center Theatre at the invitation of the Thompson Free Library was a warm and welcoming event and an example of the power of the arts to bring people together.

By Julie Harris, Bangor Daily News Staff Drones, the tiny flying machines first used in the military and now by civilians for everything from crop dusting to animal watching, have found their way into Maine’s hunting arena.

By Billy Kobin and Michael Shepherd, Bangor Daily News Staff A mix of famous names, top officeholders and rising stars are among those quietly jockeying to be Maine’s next governor ahead of a refresh coming to the Maine State House in 2026.

MILO — The Milo Garden Club Christmas party will be held on Tuesday, Dec.

A number of athletes representing all five of the region’s high schools received postseason honors from the Penobscot Valley Conference for the 2024 fall season.

GUILFORD —  The annual Guilford Tree Lighting Ceremony will be at 5 p.

By Larry Mahoney, Bangor Daily News Staff The Thanksgiving snow across the state is a reminder that the high school winter sports season is upon us with athletes vying for state championships in seven sports.

PARKMAN — On Saturday, Dec.

By Christopher Burns, Bangor Daily News Staff Maine has taken a major step to preserve its iconic 207 area code for years to come.

MONSON — Monson’s Kris Kringle’s Market will celebrate its 40th anniversary on Saturday, Dec.