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Gov. Mills and Northeast Delta Dental announce extension of Maine Veterans’ Dental Network

AUGUSTA — Gov.

4-H Ag Ambassador program features farm visits and career exploration for teens

University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H is offering its Ag Ambassador program in March and April.

Maine saw a 19 percent drop in overdose deaths last year

By Christopher Burns, Bangor Daily News Staff Maine saw a 19 percent drop in overdose deaths in 2024.

SAD 41 looks to convert Marion C. Cook School into home of 3- to 5-year-old program

MILO — SAD 41 is looking to keep the Marion C.

Northern Light’s plummeting credit rating should be a ‘major wake up call,’ expert warns

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.

Northern Light’s credit rating plummets

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.

Piscataquis County officials want to secure more ambulance coverage for UTS

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.

Mainers will see heating oil prices increase after Trump’s Canadian tariffs

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.

Northern Light Health earns ‘gold’ infant Safe Sleep Certification

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

Economic contribution of snowmobiling slid last winter, study finds

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

Construction company owner settles with OSHA after fatal Brownville wall collapse

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.

EMDC awards over $1M to small businesses, new application period now open

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

Penobscot County awards ARPA funds to support survivors of sexual assault

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

Why is it important to listen to your heart this February?

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.

More nominations sought for Piscataquis County Teacher of the Year

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.

New, convenient drop-off boxes for unused medications are available in Piscataquis County

The rate of drug overdose deaths in Piscataquis County far exceeds the state average.

Maine’s track community mourns loss of longtime race director and official

By Larry Mahoney, Bangor Daily News Staff Orono High School Athletic Administrator Nelson Beaudoin was in a pinch.

Piscataquis Democrats commemorate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Piscataquis County Democrats gathered on Jan.

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