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Maine Senate districts north of Bangor primed for biggest redistricting changes

By Jessica Piper, Bangor Daily News Staff Republicans and Democrats put forward their plans to redraw the 35 Maine Senate districts on Sept.

EMMC sees record hospitalizations for COVID-19, eclipsing last winter’s surge

By David Marino Jr.

Masks will remain optional in SAD 4

GUILFORD — Masks will stay optional for students in SAD 4 in accordance with the wishes of their parents or/guardians.

Special collection for Haiti set for all Maine Masses on Saturday and Sunday

PORTLAND — Bishop Robert Deeley has authorized a special collection at all weekend Masses on Saturday, Sept.

Free course will help with education/career paths

Residents of Piscataquis County and the Katahdin region wondering where they may potentially go with their education and careers will have the opportunity to take an exploratory step in both directions with a free online 8-week course through Eastern Maine Community College and Eastern Maine Development Corp.

Some Maine employers already required vaccinations before Biden’s mandate

By Lia Russell, Bangor Daily News Staff Some of Penobscot County’s largest employers that would be subject to President Joe Biden’s forthcoming COVID-19 vaccination requirement were already requiring that their employees be vaccinated.

Labor Day weekend strong for Maine tourism businesses but staffing shortages causing losses in revenue

HALLOWELL – The Maine Tourism Association recently polled its members about Labor Day weekend business and how the workforce shortage is affecting business.

Facing tight deadline, Maine redistricting panel will release proposed maps next week

By Jessica Piper, Bangor Daily News Staff AUGUSTA — Democrats and Republicans on Maine’s redistricting commission said they will release draft congressional and legislative maps next week, less than two weeks in advance of their court-ordered deadline.

COVID-19 testing site at Bangor airport reopening amid coronavirus surge

By David Marino Jr.

County officials looking for new EMA director

DOVER-FOXCROFT — A month-plus after the retirement of long-time Piscataquis County EMA Director Tom Capraro, the county may be close to hiring his successor.

Northern Light Health participates in national briefing on immigration and health care solutions

The American Business Immigration Coalition hosted an Immigration and Healthcare Solutions virtual summit for members of Congress and staff.

Piscataquis County Retired Educators Association news

GREENVILLE — On Aug.

U.S. Sens. Collins, King announce $250,000 to remove Guilford Dam to support endangered Atlantic salmon population

Bangor event on Sept. 11 will advise Mainers to prepare for natural disasters

By David Marino Jr.

SAD 4 return plan remains unchanged

GUILFORD — The SAD 4 “Safe Return to School Plan” will remain as was approved last month.

Healthy Living for ME recognizes September as Pain Awareness Month

Since 2001, the impact of pain on the nation’s wellness has been marked by Pain Awareness Month each September.

Grant helps rural communities address vaccine hesitancy

The effect of the COVID-19 pandemic has been felt across Maine communities, from the largest cities to the smallest rural towns.

There’s an app for employees and residents through Piscataquis County EMA

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Piscataquis County Emergency Management Agency has a new app — that is still being developed — to relay different types of information directly to county employees, residents and others interested in the region.

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