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Whenever I watch Survivorman, I feel pretty smug. Whenever I watch any of those reality survival shows, I feel like somehow I'm a step above most people. As though somehow I'm just taking in all this information and if anything bad ever happened, I'd totally be ok because I could live off the land the way I learned from Les Stroud.

If you want to be “doomsday” ready without doing all the hard work, a Sangerville duo is making it easy. They’ve got a ready-to-go home/farm complete with plenty of food sources and and a home that is, well, pretty secure. Here’s the story. According to BDN,...

MONSON — The Maine State Police will be honoring Corp. Frank C. Wing at a graveside ceremony in Monson on Thursday, Dec. 14 at 1 p.m. at the lower Hillside Cemetery located on the North Guilford Road. Corp. Wing was born in Monson to Harry W. and Addie Wing...

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Swing in the season at the contra dance on Friday, Dec. 8 at the Central Hall Commons, 152 East Main Street, from 7-10 p.m. Just fun and friendly folks and wonderful dances!. Music will be provided by our wonderful local contra dance band, Some Reel People. All...

DEXTER: The Abbott Museum is open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Saturday. FMI call 207-924-5721. DEXTER: VFW Post 4298 bingo starts at 6 p.m. — with new games and bigger payouts. GREENVILLE: The Partnership Food Pantry, 60 Mayhew Manor, distributes the first and third Mondays from noon-1 p.m. FMI call 207-518-8833.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — On Sunday, Dec. 10 at 2 p.m. the students of the North Country Strings Music Studio will present a concert of Christmas music for the public in the beautifully restored hall at Central Hall Commons. Soloists and small ensembles will be featured, performing traditional and contemporary holiday music on violin, viola, guitar, piano, trumpet, and chimes. Reception to follow. Donations appreciated.

Nestled within the heart of the Maine Highlands, Abbot, Maine beckons nature lovers and adventure seekers with its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural experiences. The town, situated by the Piscataquis River, is a gateway to the natural wonders of Baxter State Park and the serene Moosehead Lake. Offering an array of activities such as fishing, hiking, and wildlife watching, Abbot is the perfect escape for those looking to connect with nature. Accommodations like Abbot Trailside Lodging provide easy access to trails and scenic vistas, ensuring every moment is an adventure waiting to unfold.

PARKMAN — On Saturday, Dec. 9 Santa and Mrs Claus will be at the Parkman Grange from 1-3 p.m. They will be having their picture taken with your little one and giving out gifts. There will be six easy little crafts to make for presents to give to family or friends. Christmas cookies and cocoa with marshmallows will be served.

The tractor-trailer was attempting to turn around on Bangor Road when the car crashed into it.

• Students at Ridge View Community School in Dexter were evacuated after a bomb threat. • All students and staff were taken to Dexter Regional High School and the building was searched.

DOVER-FOXCROFT -- Route 15 in Dover-Foxcroft was temporarily closed down due to a serious crash Wednesday afternoon. At approximately 4:30 p.m. crews were called to the area of 751 Bangor Road for a tractor trailer that was attempting to turn around in a driveway, and was blocking the roadway when it was struck by a car that was traveling south.

CORINNA, Maine (WABI) -Local businesses decorated their trees for the holidays and for a huge event on Sunday. The Perfect Fit Community Center, in Corinna, was filled with trees of all shapes and sizes for the annual Valley of Trees Festival. Over sixty trees were decorated and put up for...

Maine (WABI) - A Cambridge man was sentenced on Wednesday for his role in a conspiracy to distribute and possess illegal drugs. Jeffrey Frost, 40, was sentenced to six years in prison followed by four years of supervised release. According to court records, Frost was dealing drugs with other people...

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - Rain has spread across the region and with the warmer temperatures today, most locations will remain as rain, but locations from Rangeley to Greenville, Millinocket, Houlton & north will change to snow. Snowfall totals will average around 1-3″ with some pockets up to 4″. The locations that see rain should expect less than a quarter of an inch. Even with the rain & snow tonight, temperatures will remain on the warmer side with lows ranging from just below freezing across the north to close to 40° along the coast.

Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Tuesday is $3.229, a week ago the price is $3.246 , according to AAA.

When the Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railroad (CPKC) started doing business in Maine in 2020, they had big plans to put on a show for Mainers. CPKC has a beautiful, custom Holiday Train that tours to locations throughout their route. From Calgary to Chicago and Montreal to Maine, this train is lit up with a light show like no other.

GREENVILLE — Thanks to generous support from the community and Northern Light CA Dean Hospital employees, the 12 Days of Giving Food Drive easily exceeded its goal of 150 items collected. The Food Drive, which wrapped on Thanksgiving week, supports the Moosehead Lake Kiwanis Club’s Backpack Program to benefit...

DOVER-FOXCROFT – As a holiday treat for the school and homeschool community, the Center Theatre has announced a special morning performance of their holiday classic, “A Christmas Carol”. This exclusive show for area school kids is scheduled for 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 19. The Center Theatre...

Sarah Rodrigue, of Cornville, has been named to Husson University Online’s President’s List for Term 1 of the 2023-2024 academic year, in Bangor. Rodrigue is enrolled in Husson’s online Accounting program. Courses for full-time online undergraduate students are offered over the course of seven weeks. This accelerated...

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The SeDoMoCha School recently held the November Student in the Spotlight assembly and recognized the Staff in the Spotlight recipient and nominees. Elementary honorees were each recognized for organization and they are kindergarten: Haylee Beauchemin, grade 1: Silas Mallory, grade 2: Isabella Merrill, grade 3: Raegan Grass, grade 4: Holly Walsh, and elementary unified arts: Brody Crocker.