2 years ago Good Shepherd Food Bank appoints O’Connor as interim president AUBURN — Good Shepherd Food Bank has appointed Bryan O’Connor to be interim president of the organization effective July 1.
2 years ago UMF graduates FARMINGTON — The University of Maine at Farmington proudly celebrated the Class of 2023 on May 6 at a gala Commencement ceremony.
2 years ago Maine Connectivity Authority launches new program to support broadband utility districts AUGUSTA —The Maine Connectivity Authority is launching a new program to provide targeted support to Broadband Utility Districts in Maine.
2 years ago Sebec River Canoe/Kayak Race returns May 13 After three years Three Rivers Kiwanis Foundation of Milo/Brownville will finally hold its annual canoe race on Saturday, May 13, starting at the Sebec Village Reading Room and ending at Veterans Park in Milo.
2 years ago Northern Light CA Dean Hospital employees recognized for nursing excellence GREENVILLE — Northern Light CA Dean Hospital is proud to announce the recipients of its 2023 awards for nursing excellence.
2 years ago Northern Light is offering sign-on bonuses up to $15K amid labor shortage Northern Light Health hospitals around the state are offering $3,000 to $15,000 sign-on bonuses to registered nurses in an effort to address Maine’s health care worker shortage.
2 years ago 4th-generation sporting camp owner Jerry Packard honored as Legendary Maine Guide By Pete Warner, Bangor Daily News Staff As the son and grandson of Registered Maine Guides, Jerry Packard naturally became one himself.
2 years ago Dexter Post Office to host ‘This ZIP Code Means Business’ event DEXTER — This year, the Dexter Post Office will celebrate Small Business Week by hosting an event to demonstrate how the U.
2 years ago SAD 46 board approves $16M budget District meeting set for June 1 DEXTER — The SAD 46 School Board approved a proposed 2023-24 budget totaling $16,025,870 during a May 3 meeting at the Ridge View Community School.
2 years ago Rain forces Maine to close all ATV trails through Memorial Day By Pete Warner, Bangor Daily News Staff This spring, folks who enjoy journeying through the Maine woods on all-terrain vehicles will have to wait a bit longer.
2 years ago County extends internet rebate program DOVER-FOXCROFT — Piscataquis County residents lacking internet can still have some financial assistance in connecting.
2 years ago SeDoMoCha School’s April Students in the Spotlight Photo courtesy of SeDoMoCha School STUDENTS IN THE SPOTLIGHT — The SeDoMoCha School of Dover-Foxcroft held its April Students in the Spotlight award presentation on April 27, as educators selected students based on accountability.
2 years ago Free summer training to start a new career as a CNA DOVER FOXCROFT — Did you know that according to ONET (The Occupational Network), the annual median wage for a certified nursing assistant in Maine is $32,850 with a projected job growth of up 8 percent a year? The healthcare field was one of the top industries in 2020-21 and continues to grow.
2 years ago Foxcroft Academy announces Rose Award recipients, honor parts for graduation DOVER-FOXCROFT — On Tuesday, May 2 Foxcroft Academy held a special ceremony to announce the Class of 2023 outstanding scholars at its annual Rose Award ceremony.
2 years ago Paddling these rapids in Piscataquis County requires precise navigation By Ron Chase Paddling Kingsbury Stream in Abbot has been a Penobscot Paddle & Chowder Society spring tradition for decades.
2 years ago Collins, King, Golden announce $304K for Dexter airport terminal building WASHINGTON — U.
2 years ago He found a dream buck in the Maine woods. There was just one catch. By Pete Warner, Bangor Daily News Staff Garrett Wilbur is an avid deer hunter and enjoys spending time in the woods near his home in Greenville.
2 years ago MaineCF names new vice president The Maine Community Foundation announces the promotion of Laura Lee to vice president of community impact.