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Community support networks are growing in Maine. Here’s where to find help.

By Leela Stockley, Bangor Daily News Staff Although a deal has been reached to end the government shutdown that jeopardized SNAP benefits for thousands of Mainers, heating aid and other assistance programs are still feeling the impact of a lack of federal funding.

Committee approves parts of $36M Penobscot County budget

By Kasey Turman, Bangor Daily News Staff A proposed $36 million budget for Penobscot County, including a controversial increase in the jail budget, was partially approved by an advisory committee in a five-hour meeting on Nov.

They thought their Maine moose hunt was doomed — then this happened

Calendar of events

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

A quaint wood and concrete yurt is for sale in rural Maine

By Kathleen O’Brien, Bangor Daily News StaffA yurt made of wood and concrete on nearly 40 acres is for sale in rural Maine.

Mainers can now renew Real ID online

By Leela Stockley, Bangor Daily News Staff Mainers can now renew their Real ID through an online portal.

Northern Light Health recognizes National Lung Cancer Month and The Great American Smokeout

Early detection is one of the best ways to improve lung cancer survival.

Central Maine Power’s 5-year rate hike proposal has been denied

By Leela Stockley, Bangor Daily News Staff The Maine Public Utilities Commission on Nov.

Penobscot County to propose raising taxes by nearly 20% amid budget shortfall

By Kasey Turman, Bangor Daily News Staff Penobscot County residents may feel the effects of a growing budget next year caused by a soaring jail budget and a $3.

Multinational choir and Burundi band perform free at Center Theatre

DOVER-FOXCROFT – The Center Theatre will host the final concert in the Bangor Savings Bank Free Community Concert Series on Saturday, Nov.

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