A unique collaboration between the United Way of Aroostook, Aroostook County Childcare Resource Center and Aroostook County Action Program has been selected by Northern Maine Community College to operate a new childcare center on the college’s campus.
The University of Maine at Fort Kent has announced the dean’s list for the spring 2025 semester. This list includes full-time and part-time students. “Congratulations to the students who have earned a place on the UMFK dean’s and academic recognition lists,” said UMFK President Deb Hedeen. “The dean’s list honors our full-time students, while the […]
FORT KENT, Maine — Hundreds came out the weekend of July 26 for Tour de la Vallee, an annual cycling fundraiser that benefits the Edgar J. Paradis Cancer Fund. This year the event moved to the Lonesome Pine Trails resort, where organizers hosted a new evening event, “A Night of Giving,” that featured a social […]
CARIBOU, Maine — All community members are invited to attend Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc. Community Appreciation Day on Friday, Aug. 8 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Caribou Wellness & Recreation Center, 55 Bennett Drive. “A strong community is built on compassion, connection and care,” shared Christine Lapointe, AMHC therapist and event […]
The Wolastoq-St. John Restoration Initiative, a major watershed restoration project, is about to begin in Aroostook County thanks to funding provided by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians and a coalition of federal, state and nonprofit partners. The Wolastoq-St. John River Restoration Initiative aims to restore access to […]
FORT KENT, Maine – UMFK is proud to announce a special recognition of the profound and culturally rich symphonic compositions of Professor Scott Brickman, Ph.D. His body of work, particularly his five symphonies composed between 2006 and 2020, offers a compelling musical journey deeply rooted in his Baltic and Slavic ethnic background. The University of […]
July 1 marked the start of a new Rotary year for the Houlton Rotary Club, ushering in a slate of officers dedicated to continuing the organization’s mission of service above self. Josh McLaughlin, president of J McLaughlin Construction, has stepped up to serve as president of the club. He is joined by Johanna Johnston, executive […]
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Monday, Aug. 4 the Presque Isle Guidance Office opens for the 2025-26 school year. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Call 207-764-7721 to make an appointment with one of the three guidance counselors. Tuesday Aug. 5 the health office opens for 2025-26, office hours are 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. […]
The Worthington Scholarship Foundation is delighted to announce that 1,000 graduating seniors from high schools across Maine were awarded the Worthington Scholarship. The Foundation is committed to increasing college accessibility by reducing financial barriers and connecting scholars with resources that will aid them in their college journey. “This Foundation was created with a simple vision: […]
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — The Rotary Club of Presque Isle is thrilled to announce an exciting new twist for this year’s fundraising efforts: a basket raffle during the highly anticipated Crown of Maine Balloon Fest on Aug. 22-23 at the Northern Maine Fairgrounds. Replacing the club’s traditional auction format, the basket raffle invites local businesses, […]
