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What it’s like to survey areas for the Maine Birding Atlas in winter

By Bob Duchesne First, a private message to the owners of a home on Guilford Center Road in Guilford: What on earth do you have in those bird feeders? I counted at least 60 American goldfinches and 30 common redpolls mobbing the feeders on the edge of your driveway last weekend.

Thompson Free Library to open Saturdays

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Thompson Free Library will be opening for in-person services on Saturdays from 9 a.

Facing iffy ice conditions, Moosehead derby organizers pivot to two-week format

By John Holyoke, Bangor Daily News Outdoors Editor In years when the weather is finicky, the state’s largest lake — Moosehead — can take its sweet time making ice that’s safe enough to travel on.

What you need to know about wildlife bills DIF&W is supporting

By George Smith The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife has submitted seven bills to the Maine Legislature.

Grant funding provides PRYMCA before/after school scholarships

DOVER-FOXCROFT — 2021 has gotten off to a great start at the Piscataquis Regional YMCA, especially in the organization’s youth development programming.

Piscataquis County’s real estate market sees highest sales since 2007

By Ernie Clark, Bangor Daily News Staff The real estate market in Maine’s least populated county was robust during 2020.

Maine sees record-high 824 coronavirus cases and 4 more deaths

By Christopher Burns, Bangor Daily News Staff This story will be updated.

Following 2020 challenges, PCEDC looks to new year

It was a highly unusual first year for Piscataquis County Economic Development Council Executive Director John Shea, who came aboard after moving from out of state in March at the start of the coronavirus pandemic and navigating his new position along with the new health and safety guidelines.

Foxcroft Academy goes to remote learning through Jan. 25 after positive COVID test

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Foxcroft Academy has closed to in-person learning and students will continue their education online through Monday, Jan.

11 more Mainers die as another 715 coronavirus cases are reported across the state

By Christopher Burns, Bangor Daily News Staff This story will be updated.

Goulette presented with Myrick Award

GUILFORD — The former Guilford town manager who continues to be active in his community in retirement is the 2020 recipient of the Warren “Pete” Myrick Award from the Piscataquis County Economic Development Council.

Ridge View switches to remote learning after 2 test positive for COVID-19

By Eesha Pendharkar, Bangor Daily News Staff DEXTER — A Dexter school will switch to remote instruction only this week after two people tested positive and were determined to have been in close contact with 51 staff and students.

State may try to reduce moose population to reduce tick effects

By John Holyoke, Bangor Daily News Outdoors Editor Maine wildlife biologists are hoping to launch a research project that will reduce the moose population in a small study area in order to learn if lower population densities will lead to fewer winter ticks on the animals and a healthier overall herd.

Maine State Parks crush recreation visit records

2021 reservations open Feb.

How to stay safe while snowshoeing and winter hiking

By Aislinn Sarnacki, Bangor Daily News Staff Hiking during the winter in Maine can be a great way to experience the beauty of the season, with its crisp air, sparkling snow and whimsical ice formations.

KC’s Country Store Youth Deer Contest winner

Photo courtesy of KC’s Country StoreYOUTH DEER WINNING PRIZE — Ben Lackey, 11 of Parkman, is the 2020 KC’s Country Store Youth Deer Contest winner.

6 more Mainers die as another 313 coronavirus cases reported across the state

By Christopher Burns, Bangor Daily News Staff This story will be updated.

Public information session on Spruce Street housing development

GREENVILLE — The Moosehead Lake Region Economic Development Corporation (Moosehead Lake EDC) will be holding a public information session on a proposed workforce housing development on Spruce Street via Zoom from the town office at 6 p.

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