Barnard Corner, ME

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - A Penobscot County Grand Jury has indicted an Orneville man on multiple charges including kidnapping, burglary, and domestic violence terrorizing. Police say 32-year-old Travis Lawler forcibly entered a home on Railroad Avenue in Dexter in April, took his 4-year-old son from his mother’s arms, then fled with the child.

DEXTER, Maine — A Penobscot County grand jury has indicted an Orneville man on charges of kidnapping and burglary in connection with an April 13 incident in Dexter. Travis J. Lawler, 32, faces two counts of Class A felony kidnapping, one count of Class B felony burglary and misdemeanor counts of domestic violence assault, domestic violence criminal threatening, domestic violence terrorizing, criminal trespass and criminal mischief.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — A 24-year-old restaurant owner who started his business during the COVID-19 pandemic is investing in Dover-Foxcroft with a second enterprise. Tejai Lee, who opened Chew 62 in the small, rural town with limited dining options, will soon unveil Tap 62: The Lounge. The cocktail and dessert lounge at 920 West Main St. opens on Friday.

The towns of Sebec, Dexter and Greenville will each be celebrating Independence Day with events on and around Monday, July 4. The Fourth of July events in Sebec Village begin with fireworks at dusk on Sunday, July 3 with food available. On Independence Day events start with breakfast at 7...

HOWLAND, Ohio (WKBN) – Howland Twp. police are currently looking for a man as part of an investigation. Police are asking that if you recognize the man call 330-856-5555 and ask to speak with a detective. You can also message them privately on their Facebook page. Howland Twp. PD...

GREENVILLE – After a two-year hiatus, Northern Light CA Dean Hospital’s Bike and Boat event returned on June 26, with great weather and lots of fellowship and fun. An incredible success, this year’s event raised more money and welcomed more new participants than any previous Bike and Boat event.

Tejai Lee opened Chew 62 in Dover-Foxcroft about a year and a half ago. The restaurant is at 44 North Street. And for those who haven’t been, take a look. But that was only step one for the 24-year-old. Next, he will launch his second business in Dover-Foxcroft, TAP...

After a long Maine winter, we always look forward to the warm, sunny days of summer and the farm-fresh produce and vegetables offered at farms and farm stands around the state. June also brings us sweet, juicy strawberries, and with that comes picking your own berries. I am sharing some farms that are offering pick-your-own strawberries, but you need to act quickly because strawberry season only lasts about three weeks and is usually done by the middle of July.

HOT LUNCH SUMMER – Free breakfast and lunch can be served weekdays on the SeDoMoCha Faculty in Dover-Foxcroft, from 8 to 9 a.m and 11 a.m. to midday, for kids 18 and beneath. Observer picture/Stuart Hedstrom. HOT LUNCH SUMMER – Free breakfast and lunch can be served weekdays on...

After being cancelled in 2020, and 2021, people came out in force for the annual Maine Whoopie Pie Festival, in Dover-Foxcroft, this past Saturday. Thousands braved some intense heat, to eat food, listen to live music, check out crafts, play games, and have a perfect summer day in Maine. Congrats...

Many of the events may not be happening as listed due to COVID-19. Please check first before leaving to attend. 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.

(Photo Courtesy of Howland Athletics) Howland Wrestler Gabe Gibson has signed his NLI with Ashland University. He is a two-time state qualifier, and a four-year letter winner. Gibson has a 62-21 career record on the mat with the Tigers, along with being an AAC and EWOL first team selection. Gibson also excels in the classroom being a member of the academic All-Ohio team.