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3 months ago

UMFK nursing students honored at pinning ceremony at UMPI

On May 8 six University of Maine at Fort Kent nursing students were honored at the first UMFK Nurse Pinning Ceremony held on the University of Maine at Presque Isle campus. This historic event marked the culmination of their nursing education through a unique partnership between UMFK and UMPI. The program allows students to begin […]

3 months ago

Cary Medical Center births

BERRY- A boy, Casper William Berry, born to Kalyn and Layne Berry of Bridgewater on February 26th, 2025. BAECHLE- A girl, Ivy Lynn Baechle, born to Sarah and Nicholas Baechle of Washburn on February 26th, 2025. ANDERSON- A girl, Anayah Janet Anderson, born to Amber Bartlett and Jacob Anderson of Perham on March 3rd, 2025. […]

3 months ago

Fiber workshop teaches tribal ways of the past

HOULTON, Maine – Native American traditional practices were on full display May, 23, at the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians’ Community Center during a special fiber-making workshop. Hosted by the Tribe, in partnership with the Southern Research Station of the Maine Forest Service, a small group of six individuals learned how to make fiber and […]

3 months ago

NMCC announces spring dean’s list

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Northern Maine Community College has announced its dean’s list for the spring 2025 semester, recognizing 239 students for their outstanding academic achievements. To qualify, students must attain a grade point average of 3.2 or higher, with 88 students earning special distinction for achieving a GPA above 3.85 *. “These students have […]

3 months ago

CARL introduces pen pal program ‘Heart Ties’

CARIBOU, Maine — The Center for the Advancement of Rural Living, a nonprofit based in Caribou, is proud to introduce “Heart Ties”, a handwritten letter-exchange program that helps people form meaningful connections and reduce loneliness. This program encourages individuals to write and receive letters through the U.S. Postal Service. In an increasingly digital world, Heart […]

3 months ago

Creating a Scout learning center

Aroostook Friends for Scouts is creating an outdoor learning center at the Caribou scout hall. Curt Patterson, president of Aroostook Savings and Loan and Aroostook Payroll, recently presented a $5,000 donation from each company.

3 months ago

PAWS Pet of the Week – Gene

PAWS of Fort Kent introduces Gene, the sweetheart in stripes. This handsome brown and gray tiger kitty was quite shy at first but his quiet confidence is growing.