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Free fishing days mark one of the busiest weekends of the year

If you’ve been looking for an excuse to head out for some fishing on the “hardwater,” this is your weekend, as a number of events are on tap, and you don’t even need a fishing license.

Free Fishing Weekend is February 16 & 17

The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife is reminding everyone to take advantage of the upcoming free fishing weekend.

Knights of Columbus lotto winner — Jan. 28-Feb. 3, 2019

The Fort Kent Knights of Columbus have announced the winner of their ongoing lotto fundraiser for the week of Jan. 28-Feb. 3, 2019.

Jazz and Blues Festival changes it up for 25th edition

The Edmundston Jazz and Blues Festival organizing committee unveiled some major changes on Feb. 7 for the 25th edition.

Girl Scouts compete in ‘Not Your Brother’s Race’

Just prior to the Cub Scout Troop 189 Pinewood Derby miniature race car competition, which took place on Saturday, Feb. 2 at Fort Kent Elementary School, local Girl Scouts held a similar competition of their own.

Scouts race their creations in Pinewood Derby

Fort Kent Cub Scout Pack 189 built and designed their own mini wooden cars which they raced on a metal track in the annual Pinewood Derby event at Fort Kent Elementary School on Saturday, Feb. 2.

‘Paint Date’ to benefit County animals

Happy Tails Bakery will host a “Paint Date” fundraiser to gather funds and supplies for local animal shelters at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 30.

Local churches to honor couples on World Marriage Day weekend

Several Maine parishes are planning events in commemoration of World Marriage Day, which is Sunday, Feb. 10.

Snowmobile Trail Report, Feb. 1, 2019

Mother Nature just won’t let up. I know that I should not complain as the southern part of the state is not faring as well as we are. We are getting snow and more snow

American Legion Riders rally for Scouts

The American Legion Riders of Post 147 group rallied together on Jan. 12 to put on a bean dinner to help the Madawaska Boy Scout Troop 190 raise funds to go camping and purchase other needed supplies.

Wanted: Musicians for Fiddlers’ Jamboree

Organizers of the 2019 UMFK Fiddlers’ Jamboree have put out a call to area musicians and entertainers to participate in one of the largest jam sessions, which has been held annually on the University of Maine at Fort Kent campus.

UMFK Theater Troupe seeks actors, crew for “To Kill a Mockingbird”

Director Caryn Cleveland Short of the UMFK Theater Troupe will hold auditions for a spring production of the play “To Kill a Mockingbird,” based on the classic novel by Harper Lee.

Snowmobile Trail Report, Jan. 24, 2019

Mother Nature dealt us a bad hand this past week with nearly 20 inches of snow and then 30 mph winds for two-plus days, creating very difficult driving conditions.

Park to welcome all for fun in the snow

Aroostook State Park will host Winter Family Fun Day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2019.

Spaghetti fundraiser to benefit Green Bean Ski Club

The Fort Kent Green Bean Ski Club will host its annual spaghetti fundraiser on Sunday, Feb. 3.

Fort Kent PTO seeking craft fair vendors

The Fort Kent Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization has openings for vendors at its 6th annual Craft and Vendor Fair in early March to coincide with the Can-Am Crown International Sled Dog Race.

Wild weather interferes with weekend events

Too much of a good thing is not always wonderful, even when that good thing is snow for skiers and snowmobilers.

Hundreds again looking to participate in Long Lake Ice Fishing Derby

Hundreds of fishermen and women will once again compete for prizes totaling $18,500 and bragging rights during the Long Lake Ice Fishing Derby Jan. 25-27.

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