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Dover-Foxcroft Kiwanis, RSU 68 launch annual Christmas program

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Kiwanis Club of Dover-Foxcroft and the RSU 68 staff are now in the active phase of our annual Christmas giving program.

Maine landscapes with Indigenous names you should know

By Susan Bard, Bangor Daily News Outdoors Editor I was recently corrected when referring to Katahdin.

The hidden costs of owning a home in Maine

By Kathleen O’Brien, Bangor Daily News Staff Buying a home in Maine is an expensive investment, but plenty of costs arise in the months and years after move-in day.

He almost quit — but conquered Katahdin in 10 hours

By Pete Warner, Bangor Daily News Outdoors Contributor The onset of fatigue came quickly and decisively.

Maine Highlands Federal Credit Union collecting food items

Maine Highlands Federal Credit Union is currently collecting donations of food to support local backpack programs.

Springer to be honored with 2025 Warren ‘Pete’ Myrick Community Service Award

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Piscataquis County Economic Development Council proudly announces that Kevin Springer of Greenville has been selected as the 2025 recipient of the Warren “Pete” Myrick Community Service Award, an honor recognizing extraordinary dedication to community service, education and civic leadership across Piscataquis County.

Pine Tree Hospice celebrates 40th anniversary at Peaks Kenny State Park

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Sixty-plus volunteers and their family members gathered on Saturday, Sept.

Let’s talk about screening mammograms during Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Breast cancer can be detected through a mammogram up to three years before patients can feel any changes.

Maine credit unions rally to fight hunger with $100,000 Ending Hunger Challenge

WESTBROOK — Credit unions across Maine are recommitting to the fight against food insecurity with the launch of their annual $100,000 Ending Hunger Challenge this October.

Partners for Peace recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Dover-Foxcroft

DOVER-FOXCROFT — October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Partners for Peace is hosting two public events in Dover-Foxcroft in recognition of the month on Thursday, Oct.

Friends of Community Fitness receives $1,000 grant from Dover-Foxcroft Kiwanis Charities

GUILFORD — Friends of Community Fitness is pleased to announce that it has received a $1,000 grant from Dover-Foxcroft Kiwanis Charities in support of its Homeschool Open Gym program.

Children’s magic show comes to Center Theatre

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Center Theatre for the Performing Arts is excited to announce a special children’s magic show “The Magic of Wes Wonder” at 2 p.

Maine domestic violence resource centers focus on survivor storytelling for awareness month

As Maine ushers in October and, with it, cooler weather and brilliant foliage, the month will also mark Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Eli’s Market named Chamber Business of the Year

The Piscataquis Chamber of Commerce has announced that Eli’s Market of Guilford has been selected as the 2025 Piscataquis Business of the Year.

Swing into autumn with Thompson Free Library

By Kim Brawn, Thompson Free Library October swings back and forth like a pendulum.

Walk for Hope raises nearly $49,000 for cancer care close to home

DOVER-FOXCROFT — More than 330 people gathered in Dover-Foxcroft on Saturday, Sept.

GFWC/Miosac Club news

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The GFWC/Miosac Club met Sept.

Improvements being made to Kiwanis Park pond

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife, Town of Dover-Foxcroft and Dover-Foxcroft Kiwanis Club are partnering to make improvements to the Kiwanis Park pond.

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