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Rep. Boyer is right. AI license plate readers have no place in Maine
1+ day, 21+ hour ago (186+ words) Accountability is finally coming for artificial intelligence in Maine. Rep. David Boyer, R-Poland recently introduced a bill to ban municipalities and police departments from using AI-powered license plate readers. At a time when AI technology is rapidly improving amid historic…...
Dexter man to play fundraising disc golf for 24 hours
2+ day, 18+ hour ago (709+ words) On Saturday, June 20, Adam Smith of Dexter will play disc golf for 24 hours straight at Black Stream Disc Golf on Burrough Road in Sangerville. Last Card Standing is the 24-hour version of the larger Throw for More disc golf fundraiser....
Could Maine's solar boom threaten its wild brook trout?
2+ day, 21+ hour ago (413+ words) By V. Paul Reynolds We hear a lot, rightfully so, about industrial pollution of our rivers and streams in Maine, but there is little mention of another form of pollution, at least in my eyes: visual pollution. So called "green energy,…...
Do you own 10 forested acres in Maine? You could get up to $20, 000 to protect it.
3+ day, 18+ hour ago (281+ words) By Susan Bard, Bangor Daily News Outdoors Editor Many Maine hunters and outdoor enthusiasts own wooded property. A new state program could help them improve wildlife habitat, increase forest diversity and make their woods more resilient to pests, disease and…...
Graham Platner is not qualified to be a US senator
1+ week, 22+ hour ago (290+ words) Piscataquis Observer Username or Email Address Graham Platner is not qualified to be a US senator After listening to Graham Platner use his military record as part of his experience to enhance his bid for representing the people of Maine,…...
These classic Maine signs are worth watching for on your next road trip
1+ week, 2+ day ago (979+ words) How could we cope without them? I don't mind signs. They've proven helpful a time or two in my travels. Like Daniel Boone, I have never been lost, but I will admit to being confused for a time, especially on…...
The remarkable story behind Maine's record Atlantic salmon that vanished for decades
1+ week, 2+ day ago (471+ words) By V. Paul Reynolds "Fish on!" he, or perhaps a streamside gawker, hollers for all to hear. Today, almost 46 years later, we do not know every detail that followed. But those of us fortunate enough to have experienced Atlantic salmon fishing…...
Author Tess Gerritsen to visit Thompson Free Library
2+ week, 1+ day ago (211+ words) By Jon Knepp, Thompson Free Library director DOVER-FOXCROFT " Thompson Free Library, located at 186 East Main St. , is pleased to announce that Tess Gerritsen will be speaking at the library at 6 p. m. on Thursday, June 4. The event is free and open to…...
Announcing the 2025-2026 BDN Impact Report
3+ week, 19+ hour ago (206+ words) On the surface, an impact report is a rather self-congratulatory exercise. We see it as something more meaningful " a story about a relationship between local reporters and the public. We're proud of everything you'll read in this year's report, and…...
A look at 2027 RSU 68 budget
4+ week, 1+ day ago (281+ words) By Stacy Shorey, RSU 68 superintendent To the residents of Sebec, Dover-Foxcroft, Monson and Charleston as another academic year concludes, I am pleased to present the annual budget letter for RSU 68. We remain in a fortunate position regarding our personnel; currently,…...