By Marie Weidmayer, Bangor Daily News Staff Northern Light Health’s latest credit rating downgrade could worsen patient care — and ultimately lead to businesses and people choosing not to stay in Bangor because there is not adequate health care, an expert warned.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Dover-Foxcroft voters rejected a referendum article last June concerning removal of the downtown Mayo Mill Dam on the Piscataquis River, indicating they were in favor of using tax money to fund studies, permitting, and repair costs for the structure.

By Marie Weidmayer, Bangor Daily News Staff A credit rating for Northern Light Health dropped on Tuesday, the latest blow for the struggling health care system.

PORTLAND – UScellular invested more than $24.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Piscataquis County is looking to join the towns of Brownville and Milo in an agreement with the Howland-based Central Maine Highlands Fire District #1 to ensure ambulance service is available in the eastern Unorganized Territories.

By Tim Obrey, Moosehead Lake Region fisheries supervisor Here is a quick report on the 18th annual Moosehead Lake Togue Derby that was held last weekend on Maine’s largest lake.

By Christopher Burns, Bangor Daily News Staff Heating oil prices are going up for Maine customers after President Donald Trump announced tariffs on Canada, China and Mexico over the weekend.

BREWER — Northern Light Health is pleased to announce that it’s achieved the highest certification of “gold” from the Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program.

ORONO — Scarce snowpack hindered snowmobile recreation in Maine last winter, squeezing businesses that count on the sport to draw tourists.

By Marie Weidmayer, Bangor Daily News Staff The owner of a Maine construction company reached a settlement with the federal government after a fatal wall collapse at a construction site in Brownville last summer.

GREENVILLE — When a traumatic incident at school, at work, or in the community occurs, people may experience painful and debilitating emotional distress.

BANGOR — Applications for the next round of Eastern Maine Development Corporation’s Economic Recovery Hub grants are now open.

Event to celebrate the title launch Feb.

BANGOR – Rape Response Services, a Penquis subsidiary, recently received an American Rescue Plan Act grant for $5,000 from Penobscot County.

PORTLAND — Fidium, an award-winning fiber internet provider, is connecting with customers and communities to emphasize the importance of personal data protection, sharing resources to encourage online safety best practices.

GREENVILLE – The Northern Forest Center and the Appalachian Mountain Club invite the public to learn about local outdoor recreation initiatives and contribute to an inventory of the area’s outdoor assets and amenities during the Moosehead Outdoor Summit Wednesday, Feb.

BREWER — February is American Heart Month, so let us ask: When was the last time you truly listened to your heart? It may sound a bit cliché, but it’s crucial to pay attention to your heart’s health.

The Maine Department of Education and Educate Maine are excited to announce that nominations are officially open for the 2025 County Teachers of the Year and the 2026 State Teacher of the Year.