Community

7 months ago

UMPI hosts statewide THOR Institute course focused on tourism, recreation and outdoor survival

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Students from across the University of Maine System gathered in Aroostook County earlier this year for a week full of hands-on learning experiences connected with tourism, recreation and surviving outdoors in the winter, thanks to the University of Maine at Presque Isle’s participation in a statewide program focused on growing Maine’s […]

7 months ago

F.A. Peabody Insurance welcomes three newly licensed agents to the team

HOULTON, Maine – F.A. Peabody Insurance is proud to announce the addition of three new licensed insurance agents to its growing team. These individuals recently passed their Maine insurance licensing exams and are now officially licensed to serve the insurance needs of their respective communities. Carrie Lagasse joins the Madawaska branch as a sales agent. […]

Aroostook Agency on Aging
7 months ago

Grand Isle congregate meal moved to Friday

GRAND ISLE, Maine — The congregate meal that is held in Grand Isle at the town’s Senior Center is being moved from Thursday, February 13 to Friday, February 14 due to the impending snowstorm. Please help us spread the word. Same time 11 a.m. and same place.

7 months ago

Robinson named to the Champlain College dean’s list

BURLINGTON, Vermont — Robert Robinson of Mount Chase was named to the Champlain College dean’s list for the fall 2024 semester. Students on the dean’s list have achieved a grade point average of 3.5 or higher during the semester. Robinson is currently majoring in computer forensics & digital investigations.

7 months ago

Katahdin Middle/High School quarter 2 honor roll

Grade 12, high honors: Samuel Boone, Joshua Martin, Emma Schmidt; honors: Fiona Ammerman, Connor Edwards, Mackenzey Johnson, Maddox King, Mickenzie Landry, Breana Lane, Conlin McNally, Chandler Smith. Grade 11, honors:  Natasha Annis, Ayanna Lester, Olivia Mitchell. Grade 10, honors: Mackenzie Branscombe, Payton Gardner, Elizabeth Lane, Lily McDonald, Mia McNally, Owen Ryan, Kenna Stevens. Grade nine, […]

7 months ago

 Blake Library Gallery to host UMFK art students exhibit

FORT KENT, Maine – The University of Maine at Fort Kent Blake Library Gallery is featuring the works of students in Doug Clapp’s ART 200 Fundamentals of Art – Drawing class. The exhibit will be on display during the month of February. The course introduces students to the basic concepts of drawing. Assignments ranged from […]

7 months ago

S.W. Collins staff expands expertise at BROSCO workshop

BREWER, Maine – S.W. Collins Company continues to enhance its commitment to product knowledge and customer service by attending the BROSCO Product Knowledge Workshop recently held in Brewer. The workshop provided an invaluable opportunity for staff members to gain hands-on experience with new products and installation techniques. Held by BROSCO, a leading distributor of millwork […]

7 months ago

UNE dean’s list

BIDDEFORD, Maine — The following students have been named to the dean’s list for the 2024 fall semester at the University of New England, attaining a grade point average of 3.3 or better out of a possible 4.0 at the end of the semester: Janelle Tweedie of Blaine; Naomi Cote of Caribou;  Kassidy Gorneault and […]

7 months ago

NMCC’s Dr. Wiley named 2024 EPA Regional Wastewater Trainer of the Year

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s New England Office has recognized Dr. Patrick Wiley, water treatment technology faculty at Northern Maine Community College, as the 2024 EPA Regional Wastewater Trainer of the Year. Dr. Wiley was one of only two individuals across New England to receive this prestigious award, honoring his dedication […]

7 months ago

CACE, UMPI partner on program to mentor new teachers

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine —The University of Maine at Presque Isle and the Central Aroostook Council on Education are working to increase teacher retention in the region through a unique new program, the New Teacher Mentor Program, which is designed to support new teachers during their first years in the classroom and connect them with veteran […]