There are no cures for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, but groundbreaking research happening in Maine and beyond is enhancing our understanding of these conditions and improving diagnosis and treatment options.

By Julie Harris, Bangor Daily News Staff Ice-out on Maine’s largest lake was declared at 5 p.

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DOVER-FOXCROFT — The GFWC/Miosac Club of Dover-Foxcroft sponsored a club high school art show on Monday, April 7 at Foxcroft Academy.

Photo courtesy of Dexter Regional High SchoolOVERALL WINNER — Chloe Murdock was the overall winner for Dexter Regional High School of the “Manie Musicale 2025” competition in the French classes.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Perseverance was the trait recognized during the month of March for the SeDoMoCha School’s Students in the Spotlight honorees.

By Kim Brawn, Thompson Free Library Shift happens.

By Peter McGuire, Maine Public Efficiency Maine has a new three-year plan to continue the state’s push to reduce energy use from homes and businesses.

MILO — A gathering for National Day of Prayer will be at the Veterans Park Gazebo, 22 Water St.

GUILFORD — Valley Grange in Guilford has announced the annual Celebration of Community, which will take place on Friday, May 16 at the Grange Hall.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Shiretown Singers community choir announces its debut concert “How Can I Keep From Singing?” at 3 p.

By Christopher Burns, Bangor Daily News Staff The Maine home market is taking a turn decidedly in buyers’ favor, with home sales and prices falling.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Register and join us for a morning bird walk on Saturday, May 17 as we explore springtime birds at the Law Farm Nature Trails in Dover-Foxcroft.

By Christopher Burns, Bangor Daily News Staff A Dover-Foxcroft soldier who died during World War II after the Imperial Japanese Army captured the Philippines is finally coming home.

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

GUILFORD — For the two and half months prior to April vacation, Piscataquis Community Elementary School families read E.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Thompson Free Library is proud to announce it has contracted with Sundog Solar to install a solar energy system on its roof, marking a significant step forward in the library’s commitment to sustainability, cost-efficiency and environmental stewardship.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Dover Low Vision Group will be meeting at The Central Hall Commons, 152 East Main St.