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Foxcroft Academy to host Step-Up Day for eighth-graders

DOVER-FOXCROFT — We are still in the midst of the 2023-24 school year but are rapidly approaching the summer season.

Camden National Bank ranked one of ‘World’s Best Banks’ by Forbes

CAMDEN – Camden National Bank was named to Forbes 2024 World’s Best Banks List for the fourth consecutive year, one of 68 U.

Greenville shines during eclipse

GREENVILLE — On Monday, April 8 tens of thousands of people from near and far came to Greenville to view the mid-afternoon total solar eclipse.

Yokom hired as executive director for Destination Moosehead Lake

GREENVILLE — Steve Yokom has been hired as the executive director of Destination Moosehead Lake.

Eight graduate from Northern Light Mayo and CA Dean Hospital medical assistant course

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Northern Light Mayo and CA Dean Hospitals are pleased to announce that eight individuals have graduated from their 2024 medical assistant training program.

11-year-old Sangerville boys dies in ATV crash

SANGERVILLE – The Maine Warden Service is investigating an ATV crash in Sangerville that took the life of an 11-year-old Sangerville boy.

Milo Garden Club welcomes Duchesne

MILO — At Milo Garden Club’s April 9 meeting, members and guests enjoyed a presentation by Bob Duchesne who shared fascinating stories about birds and surprising facts about Maine.

Texas firm claims it’s owed $2M for work on Maine solar farms

By Marie Weidmayer, Bangor Daily News Staff A Texas-based company is suing multiple Penobscot County businesses for a total of nearly $2 million, claiming they did not pay for construction work it did at various solar installations.

Estimated 40,000 view eclipse in Piscataquis County

DOVER-FOXCROFT — An estimated 40,000 people viewed the total solar eclipse in Piscataquis County on the afternoon of Monday, April 8.

Northern Forest Center offers grants to get youth active outdoors

The Northern Forest Center is offering grants of $1,000 to $3,000 to volunteer-led organizations working to increase youth participation in outdoor recreation in Northern Forest Communities.

Funding lags demand for Bangor-area meal delivery program

By Kathleen O’Brien, Bangor Daily News Staff The group that runs Greater Bangor’s meal delivery program for older residents is working hard to overcome a roughly $126,000 funding gap due to receding federal funding, rising food prices and increased demand.

Four Maine eateries and chefs are nominated for James Beard Awards

By Ethan Andrews, Bangor Daily News Staff Nominees for the The James Beard Foundation’s prestigious 2024 Restaurant and Chef Awards include four chefs and eateries from Maine.

Brownville Junction High School Alumni Association is officially dissolved

BROWNVILLE JUNCTION — After 42 years, the Brownville Junction High School Alumni Association has officially dissolved.

A New York circus is coming to Dover-Foxcroft this summer

DOVER-FOXCROFT — A New York-based circus will return to Maine in June for the first time in more than a decade.

Bears are up a little early. Here’s how to avoid conflicts.

By Julie Harris, Bangor Daily News Staff It’s a little bit early, but one of Maine’s most iconic animals is awake and on the hunt for food.

Dexter Regional High School March Students of the Month

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

Sebec Canoe/Kayak Race returns May 11

Get your canoes and kayaks ready! The Three Rivers Kiwanis’ Sebec Canoe/Kayak Race will be Saturday, May 11.

Stock your private pond through the PCSWCD trout sale

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Private ponds that are stocked with trout provide multiple benefits for landowners and their families.

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