BREWER — Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States.

By Kim Brawn “There is no greater education than one that is self-driven.

SKOWHEGAN — Skowhegan Savings employees recently donated $20,000 to 20 local nonprofits during their third annual Season of Giving, including the Dexter Public Health Association.

Snow and ice in New England this time of year are no surprise.

Adults considering career changes or advancement in their field could be eligible for scholarships from the Maine Community Foundation.

BANGOR – Penquis C.

GREENVILLE — Final preparations are underway at Northern Light CA Dean Hospital for the opening of the Buck Family Building in late February.

DEXTER — The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage as the nation faces the lowest number of people giving blood in 20 years.

Each year, Good Shepherd Food Bank offers the opportunity for our school and healthcare partners to apply for Capacity Building Grants.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Northern Light Mayo Hospital is pleased to offer childbirth and parenting courses to support parents and families during pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — GFWC/Miosac Club met Jan.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Northern Light Mayo Hospital welcomed a special delivery on Tuesday, Jan.

AmeriCorps Seniors programs throughout Maine will be collecting new socks to donate to homeless shelters, soup kitchens, and organizations supporting those in need throughout the state.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Happy New Year! We’re starting out the year with a date change this month only for the contra dance on Friday, Jan.

By Victoria Eastman MILO — Penobscot District President Carol Smith and Advisor Carleen Harriman were warmly welcomed at Milo Garden Club’s November meeting.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Dover Low Vision group will be meeting at the Central Hall Commons, 152 E Main Street, from 10-11:30 a.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Pine Tree Hospice strives to be barrier-free to people in need of our services.

Photo courtesy of Dexter Regional High School DEXTER FOOD DRIVE — From Thanksgiving up to Christmas break students and staff at Dexter Regional High School collected non-perishable food items to donate to the local food cupboard.