BOSTON — A seasoned war correspondent, New Hampshire native James Foley committed himself to the truth and, in his words, “exposing untold stories.

    In the Jan.

Photo courtesy of Val Albertini/Ridge View Community School Builders Club Each year, the Ridge View Community School Builders Club collects “Coins for the Closet” in an effort to help feed needy people in the community.

    The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife will take to the air in year two of an intensive five-year moose study that will provide a greater understanding of the health of Maine’s moose population, particularly factors that impact their survival and reproductive rates.

By Mike LangeStaff Writer     AUGUSTA — State Sen.

By Mike LangeStaff Writer     AUGUSTA — The Maine Department of Transportation released its work plan last week for the next three fiscal years which included several road and bridge improvements for Piscataquis and eastern Penobscot counties.

    Gratitude is running high at Eastern Area Agency on Aging (EAAA).

Photo courtesy of DUV Sarah Elizabeth Palmer Tent #23     THIS YEAR’S OFFICERS — Officers for 2015 Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War Sarah Elizabeth Palmer Tent #23 are front, from left, Glenice Snyder, patriotic instructor; Diana Fowles, senior vice president; Carmen Smith, president; and Kathleen Sinclair, chaplain.

    BANGOR — Maine’s new Second Congressional District Rep.

    The Friends of Baxter State Park invites current Maine high school sophomores and juniors to submit an application to participate in the seventh annual Maine Youth Wilderness Leadership Program.

    WELLINGTON — A Wellington man is in custody at the Penobscot County Jail in Bangor after a standoff at his home on Jan.

    AUGUSTA — Sen.

    AUGUSTA — The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife and the Maine Warden Service would like to remind ice anglers and others who enjoy outdoor winter activities of the importance of safety when around ice.

    BANGOR — A trio of local runners took part in the ninth annual Epic Finale 5K on Dec.

By Mike LangeStaff Writer     AUGUSTA — Northern New England auto racing fans will get a preview of the upcoming season when the 27th annual Northeast Motorsports Expo opens for three days at the Augusta Civic Center on Friday, Jan.

JULYMaine DOT unveils plans for Guilford Memorial Bridge     GUILFORD — The Maine Department of Transportation announced that they’ll replace the deck on the Guilford Memorial Bridge and close one lane at a time over a 6-8 month period.

Observer file photo    INAUGURAL BALLOON FESTIVAL TAKES OFF — The Piscataquis Heritage Hot Air Balloon Festival was held June 1-3 and drew a nice crowd to Dover-Foxcroft.

By Mike LangeStaff Writer    AUGUSTA — Maine House and Senate leaders announced their committee assignments last week as the 127th Maine Legislature prepares to get down to business on Jan.