The University of Maine at Fort Kent is looking for area businesses, organizations and individuals to participate in the homecoming and Scarecrow Festival parade Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015 at 11 a.m.
CARIBOU, Maine — About 100 people are expected to raise $10,000 to support research, programs and services for people living with multiple sclerosis at the annual Walk MS: Caribou, slated for Saturday, Sept. 12, 2015.
Most genealogists know they should talk to their older relations to find out what they remember of the family history. I would add you should also talk to any surviving friends or neighbors as well. Sadly, each year we lose more of our senior family members and their friends and with them memories and knowledge of the family story. In addition, the fog of age can sometimes steal these priceless memories from us.
One of the greatest rock and roll songs ever written is “Angie” by the Rolling Stones. I listened to that very song this morning as I traveled to work. I couldn’t help but wonder if I will be listening to that song when my wardrobe consists of flowery nighties, pajamas, and crocheted booties. Will I still love listening to Jagger’s broken, tearful voice spilling his love at Angie’s feet? Will I still close my eyes and slip into the lyrics, imagining myself the object of this pensive, enduring love? I hope so.
To the editor:
“Good deeds do not go unnoticed,” and according to Jeff Higgins of Caribou, he is so thankful for that. After missing for 76 days, Tiger the cat, found his way back to his rightful owner.
To the editor:
It has been a wild and busy summer for Halfway Home Pet Rescue. Because of the huge number of sick, injured, surrendered and abandoned cats that came to us this summer, we actually ran out of food for the first time in early August. A cry of “help” went out through the various media outlets and we received all that we needed to get through the time of food shortage.
Machias Savings Bank has been named one of the “Best Banks to Work For” by American Banker Magazine. In all, 50 banks from across the country achieved the “Best Bank” status. Machias Savings Bank ranked No. 17 overall in the nation and was the only bank in New England to make the list.
AUGUSTA, Maine — The Maine Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Standards is hosting its no-charge safety courses for employers and employees throughout September.
115 Years Ago – August 29, 1900
A couple of thieves stole a macintosh and a lap robe from a wagon in the shed behind the Baptist church Sunday evening while the owner was attending service.
Portland-based gift card company Buoy Local is reporting strong growth in 2015 and announcing a partnership with Bangor Savings Bank that will help them expand their reach to new cities in Maine.
