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Harm reduction resources available in Dover-Foxcroft

DOVER-FOXCROFT — We know opioid use is common in our communities and too many of our loved ones are dying.

Whoopie Pie Festival organizers hope for in-person event Oct. 2

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Organizers of the Maine Whoopie Pie Festival announced Monday, Feb.

Diocese of Portland launches special Lent website section

PORTLAND — Lent, which begins Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Thursday, is a period of spiritual renewal that helps us prepare for the celebration of the Paschal mystery of Christ — that is, his passion, death and resurrection.

Modified Ash Wednesday Masses and separate ash distribution services set for next week

PORTLAND — To mark the beginning of the Lenten season, Bishop Robert Deeley will celebrate Ash Wednesday Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland on Feb.

Home heating trade group launches sixth annual ‘Fuel Your Love’ Valentine’s Day event

Energy providers from around Maine will top off customers’ oil tanks for free BRUNSWICK — Select members of the Maine Energy Marketers Association, a trade group with 300 members including 125 heating oil, propane, biofuel, pellet, electric and motor fuel providers as well as convenience store owners, are gearing up to deliver a little extra warmth and savings to unsuspecting customers this Valentine’s Day.

The Mallett Brothers work toward releasing eighth CD

By Josh Deakin You’ve probably seen their name at least a dozen times over the last decade and you’ll probably continue to see it for many years to come.

Destination Moosehead Lake hosts 17th annual Chocolate Festival in a new way

GREENVILLE — Destination Moosehead Lake is proud to host the 17th annual Chocolate Festival.

Maine CASA to hold online training in March

Interested in advocating for the best interests of a Maine child? The Maine Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program is holding its spring training for volunteer advocates on March 23 to 26.

Holy Family Catholic Church livestreams

GREENVILLE — The Holy Family Catholic Catholic Church will be livestreaming various services at https://c.

Surgical weight loss virtual information session helps patients keep moving forward

For those who carry excess weight, it can be hard to reach desired goals, keep up with family and friends and enjoy life to its fullest.

Girl Scouts sign-up events

Explore Girl Scouts — new member sign-up and trail signs information event takes place from 6-7 p.

Northern Light Health to ‘Go Red’ for women’s heart health on Friday

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States.

COVID-19 vaccinations will still start on Tuesday at Cross Insurance Center

BANGOR — The Bangor COVID-19 vaccination site at Cross Insurance Center will be open as scheduled on Tuesday, Feb.

Join the PCSWCD for snowshoe event at the Law Farm

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District is excited to kick-off our fourth annual Families in the Outdoors series with a “Snowshoeing Adventure” at the Law Farm.

COVID-19 vaccination hotline for community members age 70+

BREWER — On Monday, Jan.

Spirit Pause returning to Central Hall Commons

After a winter post-holiday break, Central Hall Commons is eager to restart its popular weekly, virtual mindfulness meditation program, Spirit Pause, starting on Monday, Feb.

Milo food cupboard curbside pickup Thursdays

MILO — The Milo Ecumenical Food Cupboard is open for curbside pickup on the first four Thursdays of the month from 10 a.

NAMI presents education for teen suicide prevention

By Beth Ranagan The statewide and regional statistics concerning teen suicide rates within the last 12 months are alarming.

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