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Maine lawmakers approve ban on tobacco sales in pharmacies

By Billy Kobin, Bangor Daily News Staff AUGUSTA — Maine pharmacies would no longer be allowed to sell tobacco products under a proposal that state lawmakers advanced Monday.

Free summer meals for kids at SeDoMoCha School

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Children can again eat free meals this summer at the SeDoMoCha School, 63 Harrison Avenue, when school is out.

School-age vaccination rates in Maine reach record high

By Patty Wight, Maine Public Vaccination rates among school-aged children in Maine are above 97 percent, according to the latest annual report from the state Center for Disease Control.

Deputy Wilson promoted to corporal

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The newly created position of corporal with the Piscataquis County Sheriff’s Office will be filled by longtime Deputy Kyle Wilson.

Penquis empowers communities for success during NeighborWorks Week

BANGOR – Penquis C.

Contract talks stall between Northern Light Health and Anthem

By Christopher Burns, Bangor Daily News Staff Contract talks have stalled between Northern Light Health and Anthem.

RSU 68 residents approve near $15M budget

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Voters attending the annual RSU 68 district budget meeting on May 27 at the SeDoMoCha School approved a proposed 2025-26 budget totaling $14,995,969.

Nosin’ ’round, Monson Collaborative Entrepreneur Expo

MONSON — The town of Monson Maine has a full day of activity Saturday, June 7.

Amended floating camps bill voted ought to pass

By Julie Harris, Bangor Daily News Staff A bill that will prohibit floating camps from Maine’s lakes and ponds got the nod May 28 by the Legislature’s Standing Committee on Inland Fisheries and Wildlife.

Maine fish and wildlife commissioner defends department after recent criticism

By Julie Harris, Bangor Daily News Staff The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife was in the public crosshairs when criticism from former employees got traction on social media.

74-year-old hiker rescued from Borestone Mountain

By Kasey Turman, Bangor Daily News Staff A 74-year-old man was rescued around 11 a.

Center Theatre hosts SeDoMocha After School Showcase

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Center Theatre and RSU 68 are partnering to present a showcase of student work from the SeDoMoCha 21st Century After School Program.

A new rural government reporter will join the BDN and Maine Monitor

By Michael Shepherd, Bangor Daily News Staff The Bangor Daily News and The Maine Monitor will welcome a new Report for America corps member focused on a topic we need more reporting on: rural government.

Maine Community Foundation launches local press initiative

The Maine Community Foundation announced the launch of a new initiative to strengthen Maine communities by ensuring strong, local news coverage in all parts of the state.

Gordon Contracting awarded Route 15 project

Gordon Contracting of Sangerville was awarded the Route 15 highway project from Abbot to Greenville by the Maine Department of Transportation.

Commissioners approve county radio project RFP

DOVER-FOXCROFT — A request for proposals for Piscataquis County’s $6.

Foxcroft Academy third quarter honor roll

Grade 12, high honors: Salma K.

Jared Golden will run for reelection in Maine’s 2nd District in 2026

By Billy Kobin, Bangor Daily News Staff U.

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