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$3.5M in scholarships awarded through MaineCF in 2021

Monson officials search for new manager to further small town’s growth

MONSON — The town of Monson in Piscataquis County is seeking a new town manager following the departure of Daniel Swain, who resigned in mid-October after nearly four years at the town office.

Maine CDC & DOE update Standard Operating Procedure for schools

AUGUSTA – The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC) and the Maine Department of Education (DOE) announced further revisions to the Maine CDC’s public health guidance for responding to a positive case of COVID-19 in schools.

Maine’s near record-high COVID-19 cases are likely undercounted

By David Marino Jr.

Dover-Foxcroft, Old Town school districts sue consulting firm for opioid-related costs

Two Maine school districts filed a federal lawsuit this month against consulting firm McKinsey & Company, claiming the firm’s work for opioid makers fueled an epidemic that harmed children and increased the cost of special education.

Milo Garden Club to meet Jan. 11

MILO – The Milo Garden Club is planning the monthly meeting on Tuesday, Jan.

3 experts say what the COVID-19 pandemic will look like in Maine in 2022

By Caitlin Andrews, Bangor Daily News Staff After a roller coaster year, the COVID-19 pandemic is still taking a massive toll on Maine and the path it will take from here is uncertain.

Employees of First National Bank raise money for 15 non-profits across Maine

Employees of First National Bank raised $11,915 in 2021 through its Casual for a Cause program.

Calendar of events

Many of the events will likely not be happening as listed below due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Maine’s housing market became less affordable in 2021

By Lauren Abbate, Bangor Daily News Staff Higher prices and limited inventory made 2021 another tough year for Mainers trying to find an affordable place to live.

Tai Chi for Everyone at Central Hall Commons

DOVER-FOXCROFT – Beginning on Tuesday, Jan.

Pandemic migration spurs Maine’s biggest population growth in 2 decades

By Jessica Piper, Bangor Daily News Staff Maine saw more migration during the COVID-19 pandemic than almost all other states during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to the greatest population growth here in nearly two decades.

Maine home prices will keep rising in 2022 despite higher mortgage rates

By Lori Valigra, Bangor Daily News Staff The days of sub-3 percent mortgage rates will end next year as the Federal Reserve tries to combat inflation, making it more expensive to buy a home but only slightly cooling Maine’s hot real estate market, experts say.

Moosehead Lake Kiwanis Club makes Christmas wishes come true

GREENVILLE – The Moosehead Lake Kiwanis Club brightened the holiday season for families facing challenges in the region through its annual Kiwanis Christmas Wish Tree Project.

Maine state parks have record attendance for 2nd year in row

By The Associated Press Maine state parks had a record number of visitors this year for a second year in a row.

If you grow garlic in your Maine garden, thank this man

By Sam Schipani, Bangor Daily News Staff If you have ever grown garlic in Maine, you likely have David Fuller to thank.

Healthy Living for ME offers workshops to help Mainers focus on wellness in the New Year

This January, Healthy Living for ME is kicking off 2022 with several new workshop sessions.

Dover Low Vision Group meets Jan. 7

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

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