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Hodgdon man recalls time as WWII POW

Floyd W. Smith of Hodgdon is part of a declining population of American heroes who have served in the military.

Mom, pharmacist say getting flu shot can help save others

Sheri Albert, who struggles each year to protect her young daughter Kearston from influenza, urges everyone to get a flu shot.

United Veterans of Maine shelter now housing five

Two years ago, United Veterans of Maine President John DeVeau had a concept for a homeless shelter for veterans, where they could not only find a home, but their work on-site could help sustain the program while giving residents a sense of purpose.

County Face: David L. Stevens of Ludlow

A love of the great outdoors drew David L. Stevens to northern Maine, but it is the kindness of the people who call Aroostook County home that has kept him here.

County Faces: Richard Nadeau of Presque Isle

Throughout Richard Nadeau’s office at A & L Construction in Presque Isle, it’s hard not to notice the Victorian carriage figurines, the antique 1930s radio and even a black-and-white photo of Presque Isle High School’s Class of 1903.

County Face: Matt Bouchard of Caribou

Matt Bouchard has lived in Aroostook County since being born in Caribou in 1979, and says he’s “been pretty lucky” workwise to find jobs that focus on sports and outdoor activities.

UMCE forest adds three trees

The “Wooded Babies of the Salon de la Forêt” will soon become a forest.

County Faces: Clare Desrosiers of Linneus

Although she was always moved to help people, Clare Desrosiers knew that after receiving a master’s degree in social work, she wanted to do more to help people on a larger level.

County Faces: Carl Theriault of Fort Kent

For Carl Theriault of Fort Kent, community service is a way of life, and retirement lets him enjoy it all the more.

Birth at NMMC — October 2018

The following birth was recorded recently at Northern Maine Medical Center.

County Faces: Fr. Alex Antony of St. Agatha

A journey from India brought Father Antony Alexander Maria Doss, who goes by “Father Alex,” to the Valley almost two years ago, where he has challenged the community and increased community involvement through church activities.

County Faces: Jan Lucas of Crouseville

The greatest advice that Jan Lucas of Crouseville remembers receiving is from her father, who was a World War II veteran and often told his children to live a full life and “get out there and explore” the world. Lucas, who grew up in London, England, took his advice to heart and became both an avid traveller and resident of many countries before settling in Aroostook County with her husband Roger Lucas.

The Aroostook Medical Center announces August births

TAMC welcomed the following ‘Special Deliveries’ born at A.R. Gould Memorial Hospital in Presque Isle during the month of August 2018

Retired potato farmer looks back on a lifetime’s harvest

As Aroostook County’s potato harvest gets into full swing, this year, 85-year-old Bernard Webb of Fort Fairfield is not digging up any potatoes for the first time in his long farming career.

County Faces: Jim Gardner of Easton

Born in the former Presque Isle hospital that is now City Hall, Jim Gardner of Easton has spent much of his life working in the public sector.

Maine Acadian Heritage Council hosts special guest at annual dinner

More than 25 members of various organizations came together Monday night to share their love of Acadian history and a traditional meal of chicken stew, ployes, creton, and molasses cake during the Maine Acadian Heritage Council’s 21st annual dinner meeting.

County Faces: Larry Bull of Washburn

Larry Bull of Washburn returned to Aroostook County in 2006 after spending much of his life in Phoenix, Arizona.

Creating a study space you’ll actually want to use

With the new school year here, are you ready to work smart? Whether you work from home or are a student who needs a dedicated study space, you can create a space conducive to learning and productivity.

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