Stories by Staff Star Herald

9 years ago

Schools to present Christmas concerts

 MARS HILL NEWS
By Tomi Henderson

The Central Aroostook Junior/Senior High School will hold its Christmas Concert at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 1. Donations will be accepted at the door.

9 years ago

Thankful to live in this great nation

Well we weathered another election. In the 50 or so years of my total 61, I don’t think I have ever seen a more charged one as to the amount of animosity and “he said, she said” campaigns.

9 years ago

Aroostook Aspirations Initiative announces WAGM partnership

The Aroostook Aspirations Initiative recently recognized what it calls a sustaining strategic partnership with WAGM-TV of Presque Isle as part of the nonprofit’s mission to join forces with County businesses and companies for the good of local students.

9 years ago

Potato board rolls out newest variety

Caribou Russet now on market

BANGOR, Maine U.S. Senator Susan Collins attended the Maine Harvest Festival in Bangor on Saturday, Nov. 19, where she congratulated the Maine Potato Board and University of Maine researchers on the release of the highly anticipated Caribou Russet potato.

9 years ago

Mapleton Lions earn Spirit of America nod

On Nov. 16, 2016, the Mapleton Lions Club was recognized by the Aroostook County Commissioners with the Spirit of America Award for outstanding community service and volunteerism.

9 years ago

Craft fair scheduled Dec. 3

The library is open to the community for patrons to utilize library services — book loans, use of periodicals and reference materials, Internet and computer access. Patrons may bring their own devices to access the Internet and will be asked to follow existing library rules/guidelines.

9 years ago

McLaughlin takes Rathbun reins

McLaughlin takes Rathbun reins Company under new ownership PRESQUE ISLE — A local family lumber business now has a new leader at its helm. Veteran Rathbun Lumber Company owner Alden Rathbun announced last week that the company has been purchased by store manager James McLaughlin, a Fort Fairfield native and longtime employee.

9 years ago

Maine Oxy, Lynox merge in Maine

Maine Oxy, Lynox merge in Maine AUBURN — Maine Oxy, headquartered in Auburn, and Lynox Welding Supply and Cleaning Systems, based in Presque Isle, announce their newly formed partnership, effective Nov. 1.

9 years ago

ReEnergy Ashland marks National Bioenergy Day

ReEnergy Ashland marks National Bioenergy Day ASHLAND — In honor of the Fourth Annual Bioenergy Day on Oct. 19, ReEnergy Holdings opened the doors of its Ashland facility to state and local representatives, neighboring businesses, residents and suppliers.

9 years ago

NMCC alumni select leaders

NMCC alumni select leaders PRESQUE ISLE — During its recent seventh annual Alumni Reception and Awards Ceremony, Northern Maine Community College’s Alumni and Friends Organization recognized an outstanding member and chose its leadership team.