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Ready, set, roll. Snow Roller Day will be Feb. 19

Regional high school seeking to operate as a CSD

MILO — An early step toward bringing a regional high school project to fruition among four area school districts was taken with the presentation of a bill to allow for the first of its kind secondary institution to operate as a community school district.

Maine credit unions raise over $930,000 in 2021 to end hunger

WESTBROOK – Credit union representatives from across Maine virtually came together on Feb.

Brownville man’s deer-feeding venture keeps growing, but experts don’t recommend his methods

BROWNVILLE — Richard McMahon drives down a snowy hill and onto the field below, the crate on the back of his ATV packed with oats.

Commission denies developer’s request to waive public hearing for Moosehead ski resort

The Maine Land Use Planning Commission unanimously voted to hold a public hearing for a proposed $113.

Dexter Garden Shed Project for seniors continues

DEXTER – Through the generous nature of area groups,Tri-County Technical Center, residents, and businesses, area senior citizens will continue to benefit from the Joe Sherburne Memorial Garden.

Moosehead ski resort developers ask that public hearing on project be denied

The developer and partners involved with a proposed year-round ski resort on Big Moose Mountain in Piscataquis County have asked the state not to hold a public hearing on the project.

Sled dog teams brave the cold for 1st Greenville race in 2 years

GREENVILLE — Tracy Babin made her way to the starting line, her family and volunteers keeping the sled dogs secure on the gangline.

Piscataquis residents fear region could ‘become Bar Harbor’ with new Moosehead ski resort

Neighbors of a proposed $113.

U.S. Sens. Collins, King announce $80K for EMDC to support entrepreneurs

Shirley Bog Trail Busters trail report

SHIRLEY — Snow and more snow! And more snow tonight Feb.

PCSWCD to host contractor certification course in Monson

MONSON – The Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District is hosting a Basic & Advanced Training in Erosion & Sediment Control Practices course on Thursday, March 3 in Monson from 8 a.

UMaine Extension 4-H offers sessions for aspiring volunteers

ORONO – University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a two-part online information session for adults interested in becoming Maine 4-H volunteers, 7–8 p.

Police arrest 2 Greenville men and seize $20,000 in drugs

GREENVILLE — Police arrested two men accused of trafficking crack cocaine and fentanyl and seized nearly $20,000 in drugs during a traffic stop in Greenville.

Changing temperatures are creating dangerous ice conditions on Moosehead Lake

By Pete Warner, Bangor Daily News Staff Two snowmobiles went through the ice in separate locations on Moosehead Lake recently due to pressure ridges created by fluctuating temperatures.

SAD 46 classes adjusted to new standard operating procedure

DEXTER – For more than a month, SAD 46 and other school units across Maine have been holding classes in accordance with the Maine CDC’s and Maine Department of Education’s revised standard operating procedure since students returned after the holiday break.

Former Greenville police chief charged with criminal threatening

A former Greenville police chief was arrested and charged with criminal threatening, according to the Piscataquis County District Attorney’s Office.

Milo Select Board explores options for new public safety building

MILO — The town of Milo wants to build a public safety building to house its police, fire and public works departments.

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