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Jim Witt – the longtime forecaster – signed his long-range calendars at Chase's Restaurant in Bangor this morning to benefit his Hope for Youth Foundation; the fundraiser, now in its 42nd year, supports children in need.

Maine heating oil prices hit a record high of $6.04 per gallon on Oct.

19 (83% higher than last year), meaning a 275-gallon fill costs about $750 more; officials say prices may drop after a government release of reserves.

UMaine men’s hockey will host Colgate for a two-game nonconference series today and Saturday at Alfond Arena during homecoming weekend.

Both games start at 7 p.m. as the teams renew their rivalry at home.

Hermon High's football team will host Leavitt today at Pottle Field at 7 p.m. for Homecoming (Senior Night) as coach Kyle Gallant seeks a strong bounce back after a loss at Greely while facing the 7-0 Hornets known for solid all-around play.

UMaine faculty senate voted for a resolution asking for greater input from administrators on the university's budget amid a $19 million shortfall, and they sent 36 questions (set with a 15-business day deadline) expecting prompt answers before the budget goes to the Board of Trustees.

Quest Diagnostics reported a cyber breach in its lab services manager platform this week that may have exposed some patient records—Northern Light Health said in Bangor that lab services remain normal and extra monitoring is in place.

Every Thursday morning, the Coffee Cup League brings 24 local women to Family Fun Bowling Alley to bowl, chat and stay active.

The group recently celebrated member Gloria’s 90th birthday, underscoring its long-standing role in building community ties.

More than 49,000 Mainers' Medicare Advantage plans will be discontinued next year, leaving policyholders scrambling during open enrollment as local agencies are overwhelmed and companies like Martin’s Point will offer replacement plans—some with reduced benefits.