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Photo courtesy of Adam Smith 24 HOURS OF DISC GOLF — Adam Smith of Dexter disc golfed for 24 hours straight at Black Stream Disc Golf in Sangerville on June 20 to benefit the Paul McBeth Foundation. He surpassed his goal of 240 holes with 266 and raised $866.

Photo courtesy of Adam Smith 24 HOURS OF DISC GOLF — Adam Smith of Dexter disc golfed for 24 hours straight at Black Stream Disc Golf in Sangerville on June 20 to benefit the Paul McBeth Foundation. He surpassed his goal of 240 holes with 266 and raised $866.

Dexter man completes 24-hour disc golf challenge

Adam Smith of Dexter, who teaches at the Tri-County Technical Center, played disc golf for 24 hours straight on Saturday, June 20, at Black Stream Disc Golf on Burrough Road in Sangerville. Smith met and exceeded his goal to complete 240 holes in 24 hours, finishing the timeframe with 266 holes and raising $866.

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Dirigo Reads to add schools for 2026-27

BANGOR — Dirigo Reads, a program that aims to put a book in the hands of every Maine first grader each month during the school year is looking to increase the number of schools that will participate in the program.

Brewer man dies after rear-ending tractor trailer in Greenville

By Ethan Andrews, Bangor Daily News Staff GREENVILLE — A Brewer man died on Tuesday morning, June 23 after crashing into the rear end of a tractor trailer in the Piscataquis County town of Greenville.

Forrest G. Whitman Memorial Golf Tournament expands to two days

GREENVILLE — In response to feedback from golfers and sponsors, this year’s Forrest G.

Students achieve perfect attendance in May at SeDoMoCha

Photo courtesy of SeDoMoCha SchoolIN CLASS EVERY DAY — One student from each grade at the SeDoMoCha School in Dover-Foxcroft was recognized for achieving perfect attendance during the month of May as part of a May 29 assembly.

EMDC to administer HOPE and PaS programs

The Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Family Independence has launched a student navigation services partnership with Eastern Maine Development Corporation.

Officials won’t say how much money Penobscot County has

By Kasey Turman, Bangor Daily News Staff Half a year after Penobscot County passed a $35.

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A white-tailed doe and looks up from grazing in Dedham on July 19, 2024. Credit: Linda Coan O'Kresik / BDN

A white-tailed doe and looks up from grazing in Dedham on July 19, 2024. Credit: Linda Coan O'Kresik / BDN

Maine’s antlerless deer permit lottery opens. Here’s what’s new for 2026.

By Susan Bard, Bangor Daily News Outdoors Editor Maine’s antlerless deer permit lottery opens June 25, and closes July 30. The drawing will be held Aug.

Penquis Valley spring athletic honors

MILO — The Penquis Valley School announced spring athletic honors, doing so on the Penquis Valley Athletics Facebook page (https://www.

Nelson named Foxcroft Academy director of athletics, alumni affairs

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Foxcroft Academy Director of External Affairs Toby Nelson ‘95 has been named director of athletics and alumni affairs, effective July 1, for the secondary school.

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Fighting the problem of elder abuse

Cousin marriages

By Nancy Battick The idea of cousins marrying each other triggers the “ick” factor in many people or a rehashing of redneck jokes involving bride hunting at family reunions.

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The Credit Card Competition Act risks repeating swipe fee reform mistakes

By Elise Baldacci, Maine Credit Union League president When Mainers hear that credit card “swipe fees” are driving up prices and hurting small businesses, it’s easy to see why the issue is getting attention here at home and in Washington.

Tick-borne illness is a quality of life changer

To the Editor; I read the letter that Alpha-Gal tick-borne allergy is in Maine with interest and horror.

I spent a day with some of Maine’s most experienced fly fishermen. Here’s how it went.

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Thompson Free Library bringing back Read and Feed Program for third year

By Jon Knepp, Thompson Free Library director DOVER-FOXCROFT — Thompson Free Library is happy to announce the return of our Read and Feed Program on July 1.

Forest Walk & Talk offers solutions for increasing wildlife diversity

WILLIAMSBURG TOWNSHIP — The Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District is hosting a Forest Walk and Talk from 4 to 6 p.

Calendar of events

Recurring Events Mondays DEXTER: The Abbott Museum is open 10 a.

Gordon Contracting awarded Lincoln Street bridge replacement contract

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Dover-Foxcroft Select Board has approved a project bid for repairs and improvements of the Lincoln Street bridge by the intersection with North Street.

Stone receives Skowhegan Savings scholarship

SKOWHEGAN — Skowhegan Savings Bank is proud to support the next generation of leaders by awarding $18,000 in college scholarships to nine graduating high school seniors across Maine through its 2026 Skowhegan Savings College Scholarship Program.

Puritan Medical Products will be lead sponsor of 2026 Piscataquis River Festival

GUILFORD — Puritan Medical Products — America’s swab experts — announced that the company is the lead sponsor of the Piscataquis River Festival, an annual day of celebration for the local community.