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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.

Seaplane Fly-In brings planes and people to Greenville

Observer photo/Stuart HedstromCOMING IN FOR A LANDING — Following last year’s cancellation, the International Seaplane Fly-In returned to Greenville from Sept.

Great Circle Trail celebration at Nahmakanta Public Land

Please join the Bureau of Parks and Lands at 10 a.

Penobscot County continues to see a disproportionate share of Maine’s overdose deaths

By Sawyer Loftus, Bangor Daily News Staff The most recent state data on drug overdose deaths show Penobscot County has retained its position as a Maine county with one of the highest rates of people dying from drug overdoses.

Penobscot Count Jail is functioning without 25 percent of its staff as overcrowding persists

By Judy Harrison, Bangor Daily News Staff The Penobscot County Jail is functioning without 25 percent of its staff due to vacancies and medical leaves, according to Sheriff Troy Morton.

500 bikers will race down Sugarloaf this weekend as mountain transforms into a competition destination thanks to Exeter native Craig

By Ernie Clark, Bangor Daily News Staff Sunny midweek weather at Sugarloaf Mountain provided Exeter native Adam Craig the chance to add some final touches on the mountain biking trails he and his modest crew have built throughout the summer.

Presentation on 1963 B-52 crash at Bangor Public Library

BANGOR — Join the Penobscot County Genealogy Society members in listening to a presentation by author Joseph Wax.

Katahdin was brought to you by canned corn and cheap seasonal labor

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

By David Marino Jr.

Classes start in RSU 68/Foxcroft Academy

DOVER-FOXCROFT — A week into the start of classes for the 2021-22 academic year, students and staff are handling the adjusted learning environment amid the coronavirus pandemic well.

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.

Maine towns are banding together to coordinate their spending of millions

By Sawyer Loftus, Bangor Daily News Staff Maine communities are mostly still unsure what they’ll do with an influx of tens of millions of federal dollars from the latest congressional COVID-19 relief package.

Married for 36 years, hunting lodge co-owners are a Maine outdoors love story

By Pete Warner, Bangor Daily News Staff KOKADJO — Northern Pride Lodge was bustling with activity on a Monday night.

SAD 4 return plan remains unchanged

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

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