Stories by Staff Star Herald

9 years ago

Barbara Alice Beckstrom

Barbara Alice Beckstrom     BECKSTROM, Barbara Alice, 100, Athens, June 2, 2016. At the family’s request, there will be no visitation hours or funeral service. Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation and Funeral Service, Skowhegan, ME.

9 years ago

Used vases preserve history

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — The Presque Isle Historical Society and Cook Florist of Presque Isle are looking for a few folks with flower containers to recycle.

9 years ago

The benefits of pet grooming

By Gloria J. Towle With two rather spoiled indoor cats at my house, I realize the importance of grooming. It’s rare that I actually do the grooming, thanks to my husband, Steve. The kitties enjoy a rare outside experience on our upper deck and will get groomed at least three or four times a week.

9 years ago

Troop F Report

Editor’s Note: An arrest or summons does not constitute a finding of guilt. An individual charged with a crime is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty at criminal proceedings.

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to 140 calls for service from Monday, June 13 to Monday, June 20, 2016.

Monday, June 13

– Trooper Matt Curtin stopped a vehicle for a headlight out in Fort Kent and found the passenger had an active warrant for failing to appear in Madawaska District Court. The 20-year-old Madawaska man was arrested without incident.

9 years ago

NOTICES

CARMICHAEL – There will be a celebration for Rodney Carmichael’s life on July 9, 2016, at 196 McDonald Rd., Castle Hill. Family and friends welcome.

9 years ago

Margaret Mary O’Brien

O’BRIEN, Margaret Mary, Travelers Rest, SC, June 10, 2016. A Vigil Service was held Monday, June 20, 2016. Arrangements in the care of Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Greenville, SC.

9 years ago

Delmar “D.J.” Murphy

MURPHY, Delmar “DJ”, Presque Isle. A memorial service will be celebrated Friday, June 24, 2016. Arrangements are in the care of Lajoie Funeral Home.

9 years ago

Frederick R. Lyford

LYFORD, Frederick R., 91, Presque Isle, June 19, 2016. A graveside service with military honors will be held 2 p.m., Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at Fairmount Cemetery. Arrangements are in the care of Duncan-Graves Funeral Home.

9 years ago

Helena Ann Dunlavey

DUNLAVEY, Helena Ann, 74, Bangor, June 13, 2016. In keeping with her wishes the family will hold a private committal service and there will be no funeral. Arrangements are in the care of Duncan-Graves Funeral Home.

9 years ago

Anita Helen Cote

COTE, Anita Helen, 94, Caribou and Presque Isle, June 13, 2016. A graveside service was held June 16, 2016. Arrangements are in the care of Duncan-Graves Funeral Home.