Living

11 months ago

A blossoming giant

Nancy McBreairty of Caribou stands next to her 8-1/2-foot petunia plant she grew this year. As far as she knows, it is the largest known petunia in the U.S. according to her research. The flowering giant, a mix of wave and super petunias, has survived several frosts and is still growing and blossoming.

11 months ago

PAWS Pet of the Week – Poptart

This ginger boy is sporting an adorable lion cut. Poptart has become a big fan of all the PAWS volunteers, taking in as much love as he can.

11 months ago

Having fun and staying safe on Halloween

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Halloween is almost here and that means kids will soon be dressed up as their favorite superhero or villain to get lots of treats. And for many, the fun will come even sooner as they take part in various trunk-or-treats, harvest parties, and community events taking place now through the end […]

11 months ago

Who’s your boss?

A huge shout out to everyone who stopped by our booth at the Caribou Craft Fair this weekend. It was a smashing success. We raised close to $1,900 to help with our new building fundraiser. 

11 months ago

James’ Pumpkin Stand is a hit

Last year James Winslow decided to help Lynwood, his brother, sell his pumpkins.  Because of James’ eagerness to help run the stand, the Winslows named it James’ Pumpkin Stand. 

11 months ago

Caribou area From our Files – Week of October 23, 2024

25 Years Ago – Oct. 27, 1999
They make a difference — Taking time to paint a swing set at an elementary school, or walking to each house in Caribou to collect food for the hungry, organizations in Caribou extended a helping hand to those in need for ‘Make a Difference Day.’

11 months ago

St. John Valley area From our Files – Week of October 23, 2024

25 Years Ago — October 27, 1999
Volunteers commended – Two of High View Manor’s Retired and Senior Volunteer Program volunteers were commended recently for their fund-raising efforts in the community. Henry Myers and Juliette Guerrette raised more than $1,000 in support of RSVP projects in the County.