Two weeks ago I introduced you to the new board of directors. Last week I talked to you about the Shelter in general and what the purpose and mission of Houlton Humane Society is. Today I’d like to talk to you about how the Shelter is funded and supported and what keeps it going. […]
Last week I spent a little bit of time telling you about who we are as individuals, at least the members of the board, and in upcoming columns I’d like to tell you about our staff and volunteers. But today I’d like to talk to you about what we do. Seems a little obvious, but […]
Silent auction, ‘Santa Paws’ to raise funds for shelter PET BULLETIN ‘Mews and Yips’ from the Central Aroostook Humane Society By Christine Cowett Robinson Special to The Star-Herald My pets are such a huge part of my life, I cannot imagine my home without them. Each has their own individual personality and special place in […]
Contributed photo Lucianne Belanger of Caribou recently gave a gift of $100 to Halfway Home Pet Rescue (HHPR) specifically to start a building account for the organization. Standing with her are several HHPR board members; they are, from left, HHRP President Norma Milton, Julie Damboise, Belanger, Sandra Milton and Jean Nadeau. HHPR is a “working” […]
It’s been a busy week and an exciting week and I want to take a minute to thank Mr. Porter and the Southern Aroostook Community School for their participation in a fund raiser, donating hundreds of dollars worth of supplies to the animal shelter. We really appreciate all the hard work and dedication it takes for these teachers and children to work together to help the animals.
When winterizing, remember furry friends’ needs PET BULLETIN ‘Mews and Yips’ from the Central Aroostook Humane Society By Christine Cowett Robinson Special to the Star-Herald I think Old Man Winter is knocking on our door. The temperatures are dropping and it is time to get ready for winter. What does that mean for your dogs? […]
Fundraiser to benefit animal shelter PRESQUE ISLE — Momentum Aroostook and Friends of Central Aroostook Humane Society are joining forces with Freddy P’s and Maine-based Winterport Winery to present “A Toast for the Animals” — a Wine Tasting and Silent Auction event on Thursday, Nov. 18, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $10 each […]
Event to feature silent auction PRESQUE ISLE — Momentum Aroostook and Friends of Central Aroostook Humane Society are joining forces with Freddy P’s and Maine-based Winterport Winery to present “A Toast for the Animals” — a Wine Tasting and Silent Auction event on Thursday, Nov. 18, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $10 each […]
November is Adopt a Shelter Pet Month By Christine Cowett Robinson Special to the Star-Herald New news: The beautiful dollhouse that we have to raffle off is now better than ever. Ann McHatten of Cottage Styles of Presque Isle has donated some beautiful furniture to furnish our dollhouse. Stop by the shelter to see it; […]
Wow, what a week! If you read last week’s column, you noticed that we mentioned Earl needed a home, and Bandit, and Puff, etc., and this week all of them found new homes! How exciting is that! In just one day, we adopted out five cats and two dogs, just one day! It amazes […]
