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5 months ago

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month

AMHC Sexual Assault Services commemorates the start of Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April following the National Sexual Violence Resource Center theme “Together We Act, United We Change” campaign. This campaign highlights working together to address and prevent sexual assault, abuse and harassment in our communities. It focuses on enhancing public understanding of sexual violence, […]

5 months ago

Houlton Middle High School Class of 2025 honor parts

HOULTON, Maine — Houlton Middle High School is proud to recognize the students who have earned the highest academic honors for the Class of 2025. These individuals have demonstrated a commitment to excellence in the classroom, leadership in their extracurricular activities and dedication to their community. Their achievements have set them apart, and we are […]

5 months ago

Aroostook Chapter of Maine Credit Unions awards $1,000 scholarship

The Aroostook Chapter of Maine Credit Unions is proud to announce Emma Bragg of Fort Fairfield High School as the recipient of a $1,000 scholarship. The scholarship is offered to local high school students who attended the Chapter’s Financial Fitness Fair, a joint initiative organized by four participating credit unions in the chapter, including Acadia […]

5 months ago

NMCC job fair opens doors to career opportunities for students and community

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — The 2025 Northern Maine Community College Job Fair, held March 27, provided a valuable platform for job seekers to explore employment opportunities across diverse industries. The annual event connected more than 500 job seekers with 75 employers. Employers representing a wide range of industries, including healthcare, technology, manufacturing, hospitality and government, […]

5 months ago

Hunter receives Fort Fairfield MPA Principal’s Award

FORT FAIRFIELD, Maine — Mathew Hunter of Fort Fairfield, a senior at Fort Fairfield Middle High School, has been selected to receive the 2025 Principal’s Award, Principal Garrett Martin announced. The award, sponsored by the Maine Principals’ Association, is given in recognition of a high school senior’s academic achievement and citizenship. “Throughout Mathew’s years at […]

6 months ago

Junior Achievement of Maine’s Titan Challenge prepares students for real-world opportunity

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Junior Achievement of Maine will host its 19th Annual JA Titan Challenge for high school students on Thursday, April 3, with the University of Maine at Presque Isle serving as the northernmost location. This immersive business competition introduces students to business, entrepreneurship, and leadership development by providing a real-world simulation that […]

6 months ago

UMFK offers enhanced flexibility with computer systems administration hyflex model

FORT KENT, Maine – The University of Maine at Fort Kent is making it even easier for students to access quality education with a flexible hyflex course delivery model in the bachelor of science in computer systems administration program. This approach puts students in control, allowing them to choose how they attend classes based on […]

6 months ago

Wintergreen to feature Roaring 20s-inspired art in April

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Wintergreen Arts Center is featuring Roaring 20s-inspired artwork created by artists from across Aroostook County in April. The opening reception of the art show will be held Friday, April 4 from 6-7:45 p.m. during Presque Isle’s First Friday Art Walk. Live music will be provided by Janice Santos and Cori Lovejoy. […]

6 months ago

NMCC hosts Phi Theta Kappa spring induction ceremony

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Northern Maine Community College held the Phi Theta Kappa spring induction ceremony on March 19 in the Edmunds Conference Center. The event recognized new members of the Alpha Phi Epsilon Chapter for their academic achievement and leadership. The ceremony included a welcome from Phi Theta Kappa Advisor Robert Carlson, an NMCC […]