Presque Isle

10 months ago

MSSM students elected to top leadership roles at Youth in Government

AUGUSTA, Maine — Maine School of Science and Mathematics students excelled at this year’s Maine Youth in Government program, held in Augusta over the Veterans Day weekend, where they earned numerous top leadership roles such as youth governor, president of the senate, speaker of the house and state treasurer, and earning recognition for Best Bill. […]

10 months ago

Our big move is here

Well, it has become a reality. After almost two years of meetings, planning, countless hours of grant writing, letter campaigns, fundraising and pleading our cause, last weekend we celebrated “moving day” at the Central Aroostook Humane Society.

10 months ago

Fundraising dinners planned Saturday

This coming Saturday evening, Nov. 23, the West Chapman Advent Christian Church will hold their annual fundraiser harvest dinner at 5 p.m. 

10 months ago

A booming celebration

Fireworks can herald the celebration of new leadership for a society. The flash and unexpected noisy boom can scare pets, wildlife and people. Fireworks trigger a natural thrill for the enthusiasts.

10 months ago

Early census oddities

One of the frustrating things involving the early U.S. censuses (1790-1840) is that the members of the household aren’t named, nor their relationship to one another given.

10 months ago

Awakening the sleeping giant within

Over the past week, I have received more than a hundred phone calls, emails, and in-person conversations regarding the closure of the Nordic Heritage Center. These interactions have revealed a profound truth: this is not just about a facility.

10 months ago

Looking for tax-prep volunteers

To the editor:

Tax filing season may be a few months away, but our Tax-Aide team in Caribou, also serving Presque Isle and surrounding towns, is already seeking volunteers who want to serve their community through the AARP Foundation’s Tax-Aide program.

10 months ago

UMPI’s Libra Distinguished Lecture Series presents AI expert Dr. Watson

PRESQUE ISLE — The University of Maine at Presque Isle will present Dr. C. Edward Watson, author and vice president for digital innovation at the American Association of Colleges and Universities, as the next speaker in its 2024-25 Libra Distinguished Lecture Series on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 6 p.m. in the Campus Center. During his […]