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UMaine Extension hosts virtual presentation on growing and marketing specialty potato varieties

University of Maine Cooperative Extension is hosting a virtual presentation covering growing and marketing practices for specialty potato varieties in Maine from 11 a.

Dexter library to offer program on endangered birds

DEXTER — One third of America’s birds have vanished over the past 50 years.

The number of vacant homes in Maine is falling. Here’s what that means.

By Kathleen O’Brien, Bangor Daily News Staff The percentage of vacant homes fell statewide in recent years but it hasn’t made renting or buying in Maine any easier.

Dexter Age Friendly to host Senior Companion Program coordinator

DEXTER — At their monthly Tea Talks program on Thursday, March 12, Dexter Age Friendly will welcome Laurie Bishop.

University of Maine at Augusta president’s, dean’s lists

AUGUSTA — University of Maine at Augusta Provost Joseph Szakas announces the fall 2025 full-time president’s list and full-time dean’s list.

Calendar of events

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

RSU 68 looking at near $250,000 budget increase

DOVER-FOXCROFT — RSU 68 officials are continuing work on the 2026-27 budget, a spending plan that currently is up by $246,444 with a 4.

Maine Forest Collaborative hosts rural high school students at UMaine

ORONO – On Feb.

MaineCF’s Piscataquis County Committee welcomes two new members

Sarah Curtis of Dover-Foxcroft and Pam Goulette of Guilford have joined the Maine Community Foundation’s Piscataquis County Committee.

Happy kids with dirty hands

Photo courtesy of Danielle BenderYOUNG GARDENERS — On Feb.

Center Theatre announces partnership with The Faith Channel

DOVER-FOXCROFT – The Center Theatre has announced that it will begin providing access to a catalogue of faith-based movies through a new partnership with The Faith Channel.

4-H Ag Ambassador program features farm visits and career exploration for teens

University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H announces the opening of its spring Ag Ambassador program in March and April.

‘Crazy’ increase in beef prices squeeze Maine farmers

By Elizabeth Walztoni, Bangor Daily News Staff Steph Beem bought her best cow, Dolly, for $15 in 2018.

SeDoMoCha recognizes student kindness, empathy

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The SeDoMoCha School hosted a special assembly on Feb.

Center Theatre to host premiere of ‘The Optimist’ with filmmaker Jeanine Thomas

DOVER-FOXCROFT – The Center Theatre announced the premiere of the new film “The Optimist” on Wednesday, March 11, featuring a special appearance by Guilford native and filmmaker Jeanine Thomas.

Best wishes from Thompson Free Library

By Kim Brawn Wishes are more than a way to close an email, sign a card or make before we blow out birthday candles.

Greenville Consolidated School second quarter honor roll

Grade 12, honors: Elijah Denham.

Dexter’s Winter Carnival week

Photo courtesy of Aubrey Ladd/Dexter Regional High SchoolTIGER ROYALTY — The Winter Carnival week at Dexter Regional High School concluded with the Class of 2026 winning the week’s events overall and earning the Tiger Cup.

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