BREWER — Northern Light Health is leading a statewide effort to deepen personal connection and improve the health of Mainers by putting purpose behind an often-overlooked question: How are you? The How Are You? movement brings to light that an important part of better health and healing comes through human connection.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Next year’s Piscataquis County budget is likely to grow nearly 10 percent, but county officials say there still isn’t enough money for new positions that would alleviate stress for certain departments and tackle ongoing issues.

By Troy R.

Educators in Maine’s rural schools are struggling to meet the mental and emotional needs of their students due to a lack of resources, and institutional support, according to a new study from the University of Maine.

The Finance Authority of Maine presented Camden National Bank with the “Lender at Work for Maine” award at its annual Showcase Maine event on Nov.

The COVID-19 pandemic affected a lot of elements of life in Maine — including, apparently, how much drivers speed on the state’s rural roadways, according to a new study from the University of Maine.

GUILFORD — The Positive Action Team, Community Health & Counseling Services, Northern Light Mayo Hospital, and SAD 4 are holding a community dinner and facilitated discussion about teen mental health on Wednesday, Nov.

BANGOR – The TD Charitable Foundation recently awarded $15,000 to Penquis, the lead agency for Eastern Maine CA$H, to provide free tax preparation services and financial capability support to income-eligible families in Penobscot, Piscataquis, Waldo, Hancock, and Washington counties.

By Kim Brawn We’re swimming in the season of giving once again.

By Julia Bayly, Bangor Daily News Staff If there is one thing snowy owls spending the winter in Maine don’t need, it’s paparazzi.

By Judy Harrison, Bangor Daily News Staff A judge who presided over the Queen City’s most horrific murder trial and whose decision over a transgender student’s access to a school bathroom helped change the law stepped down last week after nearly three decades on the bench.

MONSON — On Saturday, Dec.

University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a comprehensive nine-month hybrid (online and in-person) training program for all beginning farmers.

By Pete Warner, Bangor Daily News Staff I have a friend who visits Aroostook County for an annual deer hunting trip with family and friends.

By Leela Stockley, Bangor Daily News Staff A Madison woman died after icy roads caused a multi-vehicle pileup on Interstate 95 in Waterville on Friday evening.

PARKMAN — Santa is coming to the Parkman Grange on Saturday, Dec.

MONSON — Monson’s annual Kris Kringle’s Market will be held on Saturday, Dec.

By Lori Valigra, Bangor Daily News Staff A type of loan that gives homebuyers a lower initial interest rate is coming back into fashion as lenders try to make home ownership more affordable in the midst of high interest rates.