Dover-Foxcroft - Piscataquis Observer

Dover-Foxcroft

Skyrocketing prices, demand for new homes signal uptick in Maine lumber market

Prices for wood to build and renovate houses have as much as doubled over the past six months, increasing costs for consumers but boosting Maine’s softwood sales and signaling a turnaround in that segment of the forestry market, industry experts say.

Dave’s World unveils kitchen, bath and flooring showroom

A brand new 1,700-square foot showroom for the kitchen, bath and flooring offerings at Dave’s World was formally revealed to the public during a grand opening celebration with the Piscataquis Chamber of Commerce on the evening of June 14.

SeDoMoCha sixth-grader is Letters About Literature contest winner

SeDoMoCha Middle School sixth-grader Jasmine Lockwood is the state-level winner for grades 4-6 in the Letters About Literature contest. Lockwood’s letter to the author of “Too Tought to Hurt” came in first in a field of 833 submissions, which were narrowed to approximately 50 finalists as part of three rounds of judging.

SeDoMoCha Elementary students get on board with bus safety poster contest

Older students at the SeDoMoCha Elementary School put their art skills to the test while thinking about the proper way to travel to and from classes by taking part in the National School Bus Safety Poster Contest.

PRYMCA announces new director of operations and development

The Board of Directors and CEO Diane Dickerson are proud to announce some management additions and changes at the Piscataquis Regional YMCA. Janna Loureiro Wasel has been chosen to become the director of operations and development.

June 12 referendum results

Results for Dover-Foxcroft, RSU 68 and SAD 46 referendums on June 12.

Gym Dad Ironworks opens in Dover-Foxcroft

Anthony Levensalor, center, snips the ceremonial ribbon for Gym Dad Ironworks on West Main Street in Dover-Foxcroft on June 9 during a Piscataquis Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting ceremony.

County EMA garage project to go out to bid again

Last month three bids for building a Piscataquis County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) storage garage all came in multiple times more than the project budget. The structure will now be going out to bid again, this time with some revisions to the specs.

Dave’s World to reveal kitchen, bath and flooring showroom at June 14 Chamber After Hours event

The Dave’s World team is excited to reveal the new showroom. The grand opening will be from 5:30-7:30 p.m. as the Piscataquis Chamber will hold the event for members and the community to experience the new showroom for themselves. Guests can expect to find refreshments including hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar, and great door prizes. RSVPs by June 11 to 564-7533 are appreciated but not required.

Judge denies killer’s request for new trial based on results of DNA test

A Superior Court judge has denied a new trial to a Guilford man serving two life sentences for the 1999 execution-style slayings of his ex-girlfriend and the toddler she was babysitting.

Area National Honor Society chapters

The region's five chapters of the National Honor Society.

Mayo Regional Hospital announces provider changes at Guilford Medical Associates

Mayo’s Rural Health Center in Guilford, also known as Guilford Medical Associates (GMA), wants patients to be aware of recent changes in the provider lineup

New Dover-Foxcroft Police patch design finalized

Thanks to the time and talents of five student artists, the Dover-Foxcroft Police Department has a new patch as the design was unveiled during a May 30 selectmen’s meeting.

$11.56M RSU 68 budget set for June 12 referendum

A proposed $11,559,908 RSU 68 budget for the 2018-19 academic year was approved at the annual district meeting on May 29 at the SeDoMoCha School. The spending package will now go to a referendum in the towns of Charleston, Dover-Foxcroft, Monson and Sebec on Tuesday, June 12 with residents of the four communities voting either “yes” or “no” to make a district-wide decision.

Dover-Foxcroft marks Memorial Day

The 2018 Memorial Day parade in Dover-Foxcroft on May 28 recognized all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

Plantings mark Arbor Week in Dover-Foxcroft

For the sixth consecutive year the town of Dover-Foxcroft recognized Arbor Week, observed in 2018 from May 21-25 or the third full week of the month, with a ceremonial planting on May 23. This year a pair of clethra ruby spice or summersweet shrubs were placed in front of the newly-opened The Commons at Central Hall on East Main Street.

Commissioners table decision on EMA garage

With each of three bids for building a Piscataquis County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) storage garage coming in multiple times more than the project budget, the county commissioners opted to table a decision during a May 15 meeting.

Sheriff’s Lt. Kane named Valley Grange Citizen of the Year

A Piscataquis County Sheriff’s Office lieutenant who goes above and beyond the call of duty and who gives back in other ways has been honored by the Valley Grange with the organization’s 2018 Community Citizen of the Year honor. Lt. Jamie Kane received the recognition on the evening of May 18 at the Grange Hall.

Prev Page 1 Next