Presque Isle

3 months ago

NorState FCU awards eight $1,000 scholarships

NorState Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the awarding of eight $1000 scholarships to local graduating high school seniors. To qualify, applicants had to attend an Aroostook or Northern Penobscot County high school, be accepted, and attend a two-year or four-year college or university and be an active NorState FCU member. “At NorState Federal […]

3 months ago

The County Crossword for June 18, 2025

You can complete this crossword puzzle online.  Just click on the box you want to fill in and begin typing the word you think is the answer to the clue.

3 months ago

Richard retiring after 40 years of service to NMCC

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — After nearly four decades of service to Northern Maine Community College, Tom Richard, a longtime leader, mentor and wellness advocate, will retire at the end of June. Richard’s connection to Aroostook County began in the fall of 1981 when he enrolled at what was then Northern Maine Vocational Technical Institute. He […]

3 months ago

Preventing tick-borne illnesses

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Warmer weather has arrived in Maine, and people are gearing up for outdoor adventures and vacations. Whether it’s a trip to the coast or a weekend getaway in the woods, the team at Northern Light AR Gould Hospital wants to remind people to be cautious of ticks. “Lyme disease, Anaplasmosis, Babesiosis, […]