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9 months ago

200th baby born of 2024 at Cary Medical Center

CARIBOU, Maine – A family from Madawaska welcomed a baby girl and this baby represented the 200th delivery at Cary Medical Center for 2024. Avery Jean was born on Wednesday, November 27 at 11:29 p.m. to Alyssa Belanger and Niko Bouchard. Avery weighed 6 pounds and was 19 inches long. She was delivered by Mariah […]

9 months ago

Maine Potato Board names Tapley as executive director

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine – The Maine Potato Board has announced Jeannie Tapley as its new executive director, succeeding Don Flannery who retired in October. Tapley’s appointment marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Board and the Maine potato industry, as she transitions to the new role while bringing years of experience with the […]

9 months ago

UMPI will be closed Thursday

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — UMPI will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, Dec. 5, due to inclement weather. No in-person or live distance classes will be held. Asynchronous classes (such as YourPace) are not affected. All offices are closed except for essential employees.

10 months ago

Historical society to hold magical 9th annual Victorian Christmas celebration

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine – Presque Isle Historical Society’s Secretary/Treasurer Kim Smith said, “For me, Christmas has always been a magical time of year. Presque Isle Historical Society is gearing up for another enchanting Victorian Christmas at the Estey celebration. It is truly a showcase of all that is beautiful at Christmas – live music, live […]