Piscataquis Observer

Photo courtesy of SeDoMoCha School SEDOMOCHA HONORS — SeDoMoCha School students recognized for responsibility were honored during the January Student in the Spotlight assembly on Jan. 30. Front, from left, are kindergartener Gunnar Wooddell, first grader Ivy Irvine, second grader Isla Malay-Harmon, third grader Lily-Mae Schmick and elementary unified arts student Grace St. Jean. Back, fourth grader Garrett Robbins, fifth grader Lydia French, sixth grader Adrianna Jewell, seventh grader Libby Yeo and eighth grader Ava Pulkkinen. Not pictured, middle school unified arts student Lily Allen.

Photo courtesy of SeDoMoCha School SEDOMOCHA HONORS — SeDoMoCha School students recognized for responsibility were honored during the January Student in the Spotlight assembly on Jan. 30. Front, from left, are kindergartener Gunnar Wooddell, first grader Ivy Irvine, second grader Isla Malay-Harmon, third grader Lily-Mae Schmick and elementary unified arts student Grace St. Jean. Back, fourth grader Garrett Robbins, fifth grader Lydia French, sixth grader Adrianna Jewell, seventh grader Libby Yeo and eighth grader Ava Pulkkinen. Not pictured, middle school unified arts student Lily Allen.

SeDoMoCha recognizes students’ responsibility

February 9, 2026

DOVER-FOXCROFT — SeDoMoCha Elementary and Middle School hosted a special schoolwide assembly on Jan. 30 to recognize students in kindergarten through grade 8 who demonstrate responsibility.

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Liquor licenses approved for four Greenville businesses

GREENVILLE — Liquor licenses were renewed for four Greenville businesses during a Feb.

Repeat winners dominate Moosehead Togue Derby

By Susan Bard, Bangor Daily News Staff The 19th annual Moosehead Togue Derby took place this past weekend, drawing anglers from across the region.

From Janet Mills to Ron DeSantis, school cellphone bans are catching on

By Daniel O’Connor Each period as they filter into her English class, Emilie Throckmorton’s students at Bangor High School must line up their phones within a metal box by the door.

UMaine-Farmington fall dean’s list

FARMINGTON — The University of Maine at Farmington proudly announces its dean’s list for the fall 2025 semester.

PRFC celebrates Food Center anniversary

DOVER-FOXCROFT — This month Piscataquis Regional Food Center is marking the anniversary of the opening of the Food Center marketplace, which first welcomed shoppers on Feb.

Dexter Regional High School January Students of the Month

Photo courtesy of Dexter Regional High SchoolSTUDENTS OF THE MONTH – Dexter Regional High School is pleased to announce the January Students of the Month as selected by the faculty and staff for being exemplary students.

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Photo courtesy of Eric Ogden Photography DEXTER CHEER — Front, from left, Lila King, Makenzie Curtis, Madison LaGross, Rayna Maloon and Shelby Sinclair. Back, Bree Robbins, Abigail Trafton, Isabella Sitterly and Alyssa Rivas.

Photo courtesy of Eric Ogden Photography DEXTER CHEER — Front, from left, Lila King, Makenzie Curtis, Madison LaGross, Rayna Maloon and Shelby Sinclair. Back, Bree Robbins, Abigail Trafton, Isabella Sitterly and Alyssa Rivas.

Dexter cheer finishes ninth at Class C championship

February 9, 2026

AUGUSTA — The Dexter Regional High School cheer team came in ninth at the 2026 Class C championship on Feb. 7 at the Augusta Civic Center.

Three local athletes win conference track titles

ORONO — A trio of local athletes claimed individual titles at the 2026 Eastern Maine Indoor Track League championships on Feb.

After last year’s heartbreak, Mattanawcook girls are clear favorite in Class C North tourney

By Larry Mahoney, Bangor Daily News Staff The Mattanawcook Academy Lynx are the heavy favorites in girls Class C North this year after suffering a heartbreaking 42-37 loss to Penobscot Valley in the regional final a year ago.

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Coalition warns of ATV trail network disruptions if LD 19 becomes law

With the recent progression of LD 19 “An Act to Change the Definition of ‘Oversized ATV’ in the Laws Governing the Registration of All-terrain Vehicles” in the Maine Legislature, a coalition representing woodland owners, ATV users and the forest products industry is warning about the risk this legislation imposes on Maine’s ATV trail network.

When do pellet guns make sense for hunting and pest control?

By Al Raychard Pellet guns, also known as air guns, have grown in popularity in recent years.

The ammo upgrade that could make or break your big-game hunt

Back at the PACC with Minnie

By Minnie McCormick The pool is in full swing: three days for exercising with Adrienne on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30-9:30 a.

Paid family and medical leave changes would hurt Maine businesses and employees

To the Editor; In 2023, the Legislature enacted the Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave program in the state’s biennial budget.

Why a local ski spot is the place to be this winter

By Aislinn Sarnacki My first day downhill skiing at Big Moose Mountain started with a magic carpet ride and concluded with a hot chocolate.

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Mainely Spinners demo at Sea Dog Brewing Company

BANGOR — The Mainely Spinners, current holders of the “Best Time” in the 2026 International Back to Back Wool Challenge, will be giving a lively and informative demonstration at the Sea Dog Brewing Company as part of the Bangor Winter Farmers’ Market from 11 a.

District American Legion meeting Feb. 21

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The American Legion 14th District — Piscataquis County will hold its regular meeting on Saturday, Feb.

Bill to let counties seek bankruptcy tabled for possible 2nd public hearing

By Judith Meyer, The Maine Monitor AUGUSTA — Members of the Legislature’s Joint Standing Committee on State and Local Government voted unanimously to table a bill intended to provide bankruptcy protection to Maine counties and municipalities Feb.

The crowded race to replace a Maine lawmaker includes her husband

By Daniel O’Connor Republicans already have a crowded primary in one of the most conservative parts of Maine, with four candidates running to represent Bangor-area towns and all of Piscataquis County in the state Senate.

Penobscot County secures up to $16M in loans amid budget shortfall

By Kasey Turman, Bangor Daily News Staff Penobscot County Commissioners accepted the terms of a loan offer of up to $16 million — just weeks before the county was set to run out of cash.

Calendar of events

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