By Erin Rhoda, Bangor Daily News Staff Investigations into the Oxford County sheriff over the last year drew public attention to how he traded guns from the evidence room to a local gun store without seeking permission from the original gun owners, keeping financial records of the deal or telling officials responsible for finances about it.

MILO — Several months ago Milo officials learned about an opportunity to work with the Maine Department of Transportation on a Village Partnership Initiative to develop a vision for the downtown — any binding obligation would be made in the months to come.

By Leela Stockley, Bangor Daily News Staff DOVER-FOXCROFT — A Guilford woman who was found guilty of stealing more than $700,000 from a Medford company over a period of three years has been sentenced to nine years in prison.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Law Farm Nature Trails, privately owned land that is maintained by the Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District, has been a space for many different conservation education projects and demonstration areas over the years.

Maine Connectivity Authority, the public agency leading statewide broadband expansion and digital equity in Maine, is seeking proposals from qualified technical and construction experts to design and construct a 536-mile fiber optic network across the state of Maine.

MILO — On Saturday, Sept.

By Emily Burnham, Bangor Daily News Staff A former Bangor Daily News writer and editor, Maine native and University of Maine graduate was named to the longlist for the 2024 National Book Award for Nonfiction.

Efficiency Maine recognized contractors and vendors who have made outstanding contributions to inspire Maine homeowners and businesses to invest in energy efficiency.

GREENVILLE — Moosehead Caring for Kids Foundation had a very successful fundraising year closing with a sold out community concert at Bartley’s Center Cove Events featuring Whisky Dan Williams, who opened for The Mallett Brothers Band, on Aug.

A man with local ties will be promoted to two-star general in a ceremony in Bangor on Friday, Sept.

PARKMAN — Somerset and Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation Districts are teaming up to bring a pond construction and management workshop to this area.

CAMDEN — Camden National Corporation (“Camden National”) (NASDAQ: CAC), the bank holding company for Camden National Bank, and Northway Financial, Inc.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Maine Highlands announces the launch of its newly redesigned website, themainehighlands.

Each year the Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District recognizes and honors a Cooperator (land manager) in Piscataquis County who has implemented exceptional conservation practices.

By Michael Shepherd, Bangor Daily News Staff The National Rifle Association endorsed state Rep.

September is National Self-Improvement Month, and your wireless device can be a powerful tool in your journey to better health, finances, and personal growth.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — In recognition of Child Passenger Safety Week, Northern Light Mayo Hospital, Northern Light Medical Transport, and the Maine Bureau of Highway Safety are partnering to offer free car seat safety checks at the Mayo Hospital Ambulance Garage, 5 Dwelley Avenue, on Sunday, Sept.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — While the Dover-Foxcroft Congregational Church was getting an uplift on the outside, 10 members and two interested retirees enjoyed a “Chair Yoga” session with  yoga instructor Becky Rollins on Tuesday, Aug.