7 months ago

Students are falling behind and teachers’ morale is flagging amid omicron disruptions

Nearly two years into the COVID-19 pandemic that initially shuttered schools, the rapid spread of the omicron variant means teachers are increasingly grappling with the challenges of navigating high numbers of student absences and keeping students up to speed.

7 months ago

Old Town, Dover-Foxcroft school districts sue consulting firm for opioid-related costs

Old Town is one of two Maine school districts that filed a federal lawsuit this month against consulting firm McKinsey & Company, claiming the firm’s work for opioid makers fueled an epidemic that harmed children and increased the cost of special education.

8 months ago

Lights aglow on Stillwater River Trail

A holiday lights display is once again making part of the Stillwater River Trail in Orono glow, and will be on display until Jan. 1.

11 months ago

Old Town ekes out win against Caribou boys during Vikings’ first game

by Hannah Catlin, BDN Staff CARIBOU, Maine — Old Town traveled north to put up a 1-0 victory against Caribou on Saturday during the Vikings’ first home game of the season.

1 year ago

Milford man killed in Hermon motorcycle crash

A Milford man was killed Saturday night on Odlin Road in Hermon in a motorcycle crash, according to the Penobscot County Sheriff’s office.

1 year ago

Old Town shuts down Ellsworth for Class B North baseball title

By Ernie Clark, BDN Staff BANGOR, Maine — The Old Town High School baseball team was the No.

1 year ago

Penobscot County Bar Association awards prizes in Law Day art and essay contest

A freshman from Highview Christian Academy and a senior from Brewer High School have taken top honors in the 2021 Law Day Essay and Art Contest sponsored by the Penobscot County Bar Association. 

1 year ago

Old Town High School announces Class of 2021 honors students

Old Town High School has announced the honors graduates for the Class of 2021. The class will graduate on June 11.

1 year ago

Old Town High School lists honor parts for June 11 graduation ceremony

Old Town High School Principal Scott Gordon has announced the honor parts for the Class of 2021. Graduation will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, June 11, in the MacKenzie Gymnasium.

1 year ago

UMaine EOC receives inaugural Black Bear Award for Extraordinary Impact

This spring, the University of Maine established the Black Bear Award for Extraordinary Impact, focused on recognizing an individual or group that goes above and beyond in performance excellence.