Living

2 years ago

Presque Isle area From our Files – Week of December 20, 2023

75 Years Ago – Dec. 16, 1948
“Inside Northern Maine” won $100 B.&A. award — “Inside Northern Maine” was selected as the name of the new annual publication of the Bangor & Aroostook Railroad, and the first prize of $100 was awarded to Beatrice L. Harris of Caribou, J. Fred Smith, director of publicity for the railroad, announced.

2 years ago

Caribou area From our Files – Week of December 20, 2023

75 Years Ago – Dec. 16, 1948
Two skating rinks to open soon — Lloyd Pound, Caribou Recreation director, said Wednesday that if weather conditions remain favorable it is expected that two ice skating rinks will be in operation before Christmas. The rinks this year will be operated at Bridge street grounds and at the Trotting park.

2 years ago

Presque Isle Elks to host 17th annual family Christmas dinner

Melanie Fassold, exalted ruler of the Presque Isle Elks, Lodge #1954, announced that on Christmas Day, December 25 the Presque Isle Elks will again host the Elks Family Christmas Dinner at the Elks Lodge, located at 508 Main Street in Presque Isle. 

2 years ago

Caribou area From our Files – Week of December 13, 2023

100 Years Ago – Dec. 13, 1923
A good turnout for store opening — The opening of the J. J. Newberry store Friday afternoon attracted large crowds throughout the day, it being almost impossible to gain admittance. An orchestra furnished music in the afternoon and evening.