PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Veterans, families and caregivers are invited to attend an upcoming informational session at the Aroostook Agency on Aging on a variety of programs available to aging veterans. Ruth White, manager of service coordination with the Agency, will host staff affiliated with the VA Maine Healthcare System who will discuss available services including […]
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine – Applications are now being accepted for the Aroostook Civic Academy, a volunteer-driven initiative launched several years ago by the Aroostook Agency on Aging. The Agency is convening the fourth cohort of its innovative Civic Academy program, a six-week class designed to build the skills necessary to advocate for change in your […]
HOULTON, Maine – York’s of Houlton, Aroostook County’s only Ford and Toyota dealer, is proud to announce the recent installation of a cutting-edge epoxy floor in their automotive mechanical and detail shop. This upgrade not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of the workspace but significantly improves the overall work environment for their technicians. The new […]
FORT KENT, Maine – The Admissions Office at the University of Maine at Fort Kent will host Bengal Bound Day on Friday, March 28. This is a day for accepted students, and interested students who have not yet applied, to experience #LIFE at UMFK. The day will begin at 8:15 a.m. starting with breakfast and […]
CARIBOU, Maine — Maine School of Science and Mathematics soccer captains, along with Director of Residential Life Cyndi Trapnell and Executive Director Rob Constantine, presented a check to Pink Aroostook. In honor of Breast Cancer Month in October, MSSM soccer teams decided to make an impact in the community by raising money for Pink Aroostook, […]
HOULTON, Maine — Addison Watson, a senior at Greater Houlton Christian Academy, has been selected to receive the 2025 Principal’s Award. Addison is the daughter of Damian & Faith Watson of Smyrna. The award sponsored by the Maine Principal’s Association, is given in recognition of a high school senior’s academic achievement and citizenship. Robert Albers, […]
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — The University of Maine at Presque Isle welcomed nine new staff members during the spring 2025 semester. Gigail Cureton is UMPI’s new veterans coordinator in the Office of Student Records. She comes to campus after serving as chief of public affairs for the Fayetteville, Virginia. Coastal Healthcare System within the Department […]
FORT KENT, Maine – The University of Maine at Fort Kent will host its annual “Sucrerie” on Thursday, March 27 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Nowland Hall. The “maple sugar recreation” has drawn more than 200 community members to campus in years past. The event features a traditional maple taffy pull on the […]
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Driving one’s own vehicle holds special meaning and utility in our society. This can be especially true in rural Aroostook County where access to non-driving alternatives is challenging. Yet, as difficult as the reality can be, changes in health and function may necessitate retirement from driving. For those concerned about aging […]
FORT KENT, Maine — Principal Steve Doucette of Fort Kent Community High School is proud to announce Quinn E. Michaud, a distinguished member of the Class of 2025, as the recipient of this year’s Principal’s Award. This prestigious honor is awarded to a student who exemplifies exceptional leadership, academic excellence, service, and character — qualities […]
