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RS11236_Mike Wilson at logged Spruce Street lot

Photo courtesy of Northern Forest Center GETTING READY — Northern Forest Center Senior Program Director Mike Wilson stands at a logged Spruce Street lot in Greenville. The planning board is set to vote on final approval of the 28-unit subdivision at the April 15 meeting.

Photo courtesy of Northern Forest Center GETTING READY — Northern Forest Center Senior Program Director Mike Wilson stands at a logged Spruce Street lot in Greenville. The planning board is set to vote on final approval of the 28-unit subdivision at the April 15 meeting.

Spruce Street housing project nearing final approval

GREENVILLE — The Northern Forest Center subdivision application for a 28-unit housing development off Spruce Street to help provide more affordable options in town is nearing final approval from the Greenville Planning Board. Northern Forest Center officials presented to the planning board during an April 1 meeting.

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Griffith named 2026 UMaine valedictorian

ORONO — Ruth Griffith of Parkman, who is majoring in economics with minors in mathematics and international affairs, is the 2026 University of Maine valedictorian.

$10K in county opioid settlement funds benefit Recovery Wellness Community Center

DOVER-FOXCROFT — A month and a half after the Piscataquis County Commissioners voted to have $10,000 in county opioid settlement money go annually to the non-profit Recovery Wellness Community Center of Sangerville, county officials heard about the impact of the funds during a commissioners meeting on the morning of April 7.

Center Theatre seeks group to park cars for $1,000 at Maine Whoopie Pie Festival

DOVER-FOXCROFT – The Center Theatre announced that it is looking for an area group or organization to park cars at the 2026 Maine Whoopie Pie Festival.

Wording of Maine’s trans athlete referendum has been released

By Christopher Burns, Bangor Daily News Staff The wording of this November’s referendum to ban transgender athletes from girls sports teams has been released.

4 men arrested on Golden Road for allegedly entering the US illegally

By Marie Weidmayer, Bangor Daily News Staff Four men who were seen walking on the Golden Road near Canada are facing federal criminal charges for allegedly entering the United States illegally.

Camuso is stepping down as Maine’s wildlife and fisheries commissioner

By Christopher Burns, Bangor Daily News Staff Judy Camuso is stepping down as Maine’s wildlife and inland fisheries commissioner.

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Observer file photo/Stuart Hedstrom AMONG MAINE’S BEST — PCHS senior Brady Gaw, pictured during the season opener against Greenville, received honorable mention recognition on the 70th annual BDN All-Maine boys basketball team.

Observer file photo/Stuart Hedstrom AMONG MAINE’S BEST — PCHS senior Brady Gaw, pictured during the season opener against Greenville, received honorable mention recognition on the 70th annual BDN All-Maine boys basketball team.

70th annual BDN All-Maine boys basketball team

By Matt Junker, Bangor Daily News Sports Editor First team Nolan Ames, Sr., Guard, Camden Hills, 27 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists per game.

Maine trappers brace for Etsy fur ban

By Susan Bard, Bangor Daily News Outdoors Editor Maine trappers and other small business owners are losing a key online marketplace after Etsy updated its policy to ban the sale of most fur products.

Conlogue named NAC Field Athlete of the Week

BANGOR — Husson University junior Abigail Conlogue, a resident of Brownville and a Penquis Valley High School graduate, has been named North Atlantic Conference Field Athlete of the Week.

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Tremont deer hunt

Misplaced priorities

To the Editor; On Wednesday, April 1, soon after he proposed the largest increase in military spending ever (from $1 trillion this year to $1.

Maine lawmakers should prioritize childcare

To the Editor; Access to affordable child care plays a direct role in whether Maine families can work, pursue education, and maintain stability.

You keep saying you’ll go camping in Maine this summer. Here’s why you won’t.

By Aislinn Sarnacki Last summer, the following scene played out several times.

News from the PACC

By Minnie McCormick I try to swim five days a week.

Maine leaders, citizens should put public health first

By Virginia Templet, Puritan Medical Products marketing director This Monday, March 30 marks the start of National Public Health Week, an annual celebration of America’s progress on health and wellness.

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UMaine Extension offers Recipe to Market workshop for aspiring food entrepreneurs

University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer an online workshop for entrepreneurs and farmers interested in starting a home-based, specialty food business in Maine from 9 a.

Calendar of events

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

Milo Garden Club meets Tuesday

MILO — The Milo Garden Club’s April meeting will be held at 1 p.

SAD 41 annual budget meeting set for May 12

MILO — The SAD 41 annual budget meeting for the 2026-27 academic year finances will be at 6 p.

Piscataquis Chamber of Commerce announces interim executive director

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Piscataquis Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the appointment of Kerry Glover as interim executive director as part of a planned leadership transition.

Battery energy storage project not happening

GREENVILLE — A proposed project to build a battery energy story facility at the former steam plant location in Greenville will most likely not be happening.