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Observer photo/Stuart Hedstrom LIFE-SAVING EQUIPMENT — The Hibbard-Merrill family donated a LUCAS automated CPR device to the Dover-Foxcroft Fire Department. Pictured with the piece of equipment at the fire station is Fire Chief Brian Gaudet, left, and Stryker Account Manager Andrew Delaney.

Observer photo/Stuart Hedstrom LIFE-SAVING EQUIPMENT — The Hibbard-Merrill family donated a LUCAS automated CPR device to the Dover-Foxcroft Fire Department. Pictured with the piece of equipment at the fire station is Fire Chief Brian Gaudet, left, and Stryker Account Manager Andrew Delaney.

Hibbard-Merrill family donates automated CPR device to Dover-Foxcroft Fire Department

February 23, 2026

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Dover-Foxcroft Fire Department now has an automated CPR device in both of its ambulances thanks to the generosity of the Hibbard-Merrill Family. Funding for a second LUCAS device was provided by Jane Hibbard-Merrill and Charlie Merrill in memory of Gary M.

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Maine’s 2025 moose harvest report is out. Here are the key takeaways

By Susan Bard, Bangor Daily News Outdoors Editor The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife recently released its 2025 moose harvest report, providing a comprehensive look at the state’s herd through detailed registration and age data.

Piscataquis Democrats contribute $1,000 to Piscataquis Regional Food Center

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Piscataquis County Democrats recently raised $1,000 for the Piscataquis Regional Food Center in Dover-Foxcroft.

Sangerville to sign EMS contract with Mayo Hospital

SANGERVILLE — Sangerville Fire Chief Matt Blockler has been authorized by the select board to sign a contract with Northern Light Mayo Hospital which will help allow the department to offer certain types of medical care before the arrival of an ambulance.

Red Cross to stop mobile blood drives in northern Maine

By Wendy Watkins, Bangor Daily News Staff The American Red Cross will discontinue mobile blood drives across northern Maine effective in July, according to a statement from the organization.

Penquis Valley Key Club Empty Bowl Night

MILO — On Friday, March 13 from 5-7 p.

Take a look behind the scenes to meet Maine high school mascots

By Matt Junker, Bangor Daily News Sports Editor Foreign exchange students.

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Bangor Daily News file photo/Terry Farren NEW HEAD COACH — Dexter’s Addyson Herrick reaches for the throw at second with Brooke McKenney of Madison running to the base during the 2019 Class C championship in Brewer. Herrick has been named Foxcroft Academy softball head coach after serving as an assistant in 2025.

Bangor Daily News file photo/Terry Farren NEW HEAD COACH — Dexter’s Addyson Herrick reaches for the throw at second with Brooke McKenney of Madison running to the base during the 2019 Class C championship in Brewer. Herrick has been named Foxcroft Academy softball head coach after serving as an assistant in 2025.

Herrick hired as Foxcroft Academy softball head coach

February 23, 2026

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Foxcroft Academy Athletic Administrator Jaclyn Tourtelotte is pleased to announce the hiring of Addyson Herrick as the school’s new softball coach, doing so in an announcement on the school Facebook page. Herrick succeeds Mike Carbral, who led the Ponies for the past five seasons.

Mattanawcook stays undefeated with regional final win over Foxcroft

By Matt Junker, Bangor Daily News Sports Editor BANGOR — It wasn’t always pretty, but the Mattanawcook Academy did enough to get the victory on Saturday night Feb.

Foxcroft sophomore takes over in the 2nd half despite early foul trouble

By Larry Mahoney, Bangor Daily News Staff BANGOR — Foxcroft Academy sophomore Nola Mason got in foul trouble in the second quarter and acknowledged that “I couldn’t really do much.

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The conversion

Even after 50 years as a reporter, the Maine basketball tournament can still surprise you

By Larry Mahoney, Bangor Daily News Staff It’s the beauty of sports.

MaineCare under federal review following fraud and improper payment findings

Immigration enforcement surge is not over

To to the Editor; The 17 workers, (likely here on H2-A visas), detained in Skowhegan demonstrate that we still have Border Patrol detaining people without cause.

Will incentives keep Maine’s private land open to hunters?

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To the Editor; The Bangor Daily News and their media partners, invest money and time to research and report valuable information in our state.

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Dover Low Vision Group meets March 6

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Dover Low Vision Group will be meeting at the Central Hall Commons, 152 East Main St.

Registration open for PCSWCD fruit tree pruning workshop

PARKMAN — The Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District is excited to host CJ Walke, orchard program manager at the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association, for another installment in the orchard series.

Genealogy society meeting Sunday

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Wassebec Genealogical Society will meet at 2 p.

Worm composting 101

DEXTER — On Thursday, March 12, at 4:30 p.

Maine hospitals raise alarms about tax changes and funding cuts in Janet Mills’ proposed budget

By Kevin Miller, Maine Public Representatives from Maine’s two largest hospital systems are warning that tax changes proposed by Gov.

RE/MAX INFINITY named Outstanding REMAX Brokerage of the Year

RE/MAX INFINITY is proud to announce it has been recognized as the 2025 Outstanding REMAX Brokerage of the Year in the State of Maine, a prestigious honor that reflects exceptional performance, leadership and commitment to clients and community.