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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.

Births at The Aroostook Medical Center – July 2018

The Aroostook Medical Center has announced the following recent births.

Bishop sets Sept. 14 as day of repentance

In light of the recent revelations of past sexual abuse in other dioceses and the reports regarding Archbishop McCarrick, Bishop Robert P. Deeley of Maine’s Roman Catholic Diocese announces he will observe a day of prayer and repentance on Friday, Sept. 14.

Bank donates $25,000 for MCCS scholarships

The Foundation for Maine’s Community Colleges has received a $25,000 grant from the KeyBank Foundation in memory of Sterling Kozlowski, KeyBank Maine’s former market president, who passed away unexpectedly in June.

County Faces: Gail Roy of Presque Isle

No matter where Gail Roy of Presque Isle has lived or travelled to, one thing has remained constant. She has always been able to find a public or academic library to visit, one with its doors wide open for people from both near and far.

County Faces: Raphael Gribetz of Presque Isle

Raphael Gribetz spends a lot of time getting around on a bike. Year-round, no matter the weather, he usually travels for shopping and recreation by bike, saving gas money, emissions and wear-and-tear on his minivan.

How 2 Maine moms regained custody of their kids after child welfare cases

At first, Angela was confused when a Child Protective Services caseworker knocked on her door and started looking into allegations that her two preschool-age children weren’t safe.

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