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Dover-Foxcroft voters overwhelmingly reject spending $9M to repair historic dam

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Dover-Foxcroft residents overwhelmingly voted not to invest millions to repair the Mayo Mill Dam.

Zimmerman recognized at the state house

AUGUSTA — Sen.

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.

Patel earns Maine State Seal of Biliteracy

Photo courtesy of Dexter Regional High School SEAL OF BILITERACY — Fannie Patel of Dexter has earned Dexter Regional High School’s very first Maine State Seal of Biliteracy for demonstrating proficiency in a language other than English.

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.

PCHS honor parts

GUILFORD — Piscataquis Community High School has announced the honor parts for the Class of 2025.

Law Enforcement Torch Run leads to Special Olympics Maine State Summer Games

Despite the hottest conditions of the year so far, area agencies took part in the 2025 Law Enforcement Torch Run to carry the Flame of Hope on June 5.

Public input sought for SAD 41 Comprehensive Needs Assessment

MILO — SAD 41 Superintendent Darcie Fournier is seeking public feedback concerning the district’s Comprehensive Needs Assessment, which can be emailed directly to her at dfournier@msad41.

First responders pay tribute as WWII vet’s remains escorted across Maine

By Wendy Watkins, Bangor Daily News Staff Maine residents and first responders saluted as police escorted the remains of WWII Pvt.

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.

Remains of WWII soldier from Dover-Foxcroft escorted through 3 states in journey home

By Wendy Watkins, Bangor Daily News Staff A Dover-Foxcroft soldier who died during World War II after being captured in the Philippines was slated to come home Saturday evening, following a long police escort through three states.

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.

Dexter Regional High School May Students of the Month

Photo courtesy of Dexter Regional High SchoolSTUDENTS OF THE MONTH — Dexter Regional High School is pleased to announce the May Students of the Month as selected by the faculty and staff for being exemplary students.

Greenville zone changes to be part of special town meeting

GREENVILLE — A pair of proposed zoning changes have been approved by Greenville officials and are scheduled to go to a town vote next month.

UScellular shares smartphone tech tips for Internet Safety Month

June is Internet Safety Month, a timely reminder for people to evaluate their digital habits and take steps to protect their mobile devices.

Penquis empowers communities for success during NeighborWorks Week

BANGOR – Penquis C.

Dover Rovers ATV Club looking at expanded in-town access

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Dover Rovers ATV Club is looking to have more roads in Dover-Foxcroft open to ATV traffic to provide access to additional businesses and in turn draw more riders to town.

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.

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