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NorState FCU heads into 2023 under new leadership

NorState Federal Credit Union and its board of directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeffrey Davenport as NorState FCU’s new president & chief executive officer. He takes over the position after the retirement of Susan G. Whitehead, who held the CEO position for over nine years.

Maine State Police Troop F Report, Nov. 14-20, 2022

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of Nov. 14-20, including the following.

PAWS Pet of the Week – Max

Have you been longing for a lap cat that will always be right by your side? Look no further — PAWS has the perfect cat for you. Max was left behind in an apartment to fend for himself and is making up for lost time.

K of C lotto winner, Nov. 21-27, 2022

The Fort Kent Knights of Columbus have announced the winner of their ongoing lotto fundraiser for the previous week.

A difficult goodbye

His soft ivory curls were wrapped around my finger as I examined every part of his body with cloudy eyes, my free hand stroking his shoulders as I told him, for probably the millionth time during his 12 years on earth, that I loved him. I told him he was beautiful — the most beautiful Goldendoodle in the world.

Fort Kent ski hill to open on Saturday

Volunteers have been giving Mother Nature a helping hand at Lonesome Pine Trails in preparation for the ski hill to open on Friday.

Third-graders share Christmas cheer with those alone or far from home

While the Christmas season is when many people cherish spending time with loved ones, there are plenty of people who spend the holidays alone.

Parkinson’s Disease support group meets monthly

A support group for people living with Parkinson’s Disease continues to meet in The County. The group meets once a month at The Sargent Community Center in Presque Isle.

After 34 years of dedicated service, NorState FCU CEO Whitehead retires

NorState Federal Credit Union and its Board of Directors announces the retirement of President/Chief Executive Officer Susan G. Whitehead. During her 34 years with NorState FCU, Whitehead has held various positions and has spent the last nine years as president/CEO.

Daigle Oil Company to build a tunnel car wash in Presque Isle

Daigle Oil Company, headquartered in Fort Kent, announced that it purchased the former Burger King property located on Main Street in Presque Isle, with plans to construct a state-of-the-art express tunnel car wash to serve the greater Central Aroostook area.

Local soccer athletes tabbed for Shaw honors

Eight schoolboy and schoolgirl soccer players have been chosen as this year’s recipients of the Clyde “Butch” Shaw awards.

From our Files – Week of November 30, 2022

50 Years Ago -- Nov. 30, 1972 Three brothers in service -- Mr. and Mrs. Leon Grivois of the Van Buren Road in Limestone have sent word about her three sons, all of whom are in the Armed Forces. Sp/4 Larry Grivois is stationed at Fort Knox, Kentucky, after serving 13 months in Korea.

Aroostook RSVP honors volunteers for service

“Homestyle Country Farm” was the theme for Aroostook RSVP’s recent recognition celebration held at the Aroostook Shrine Club.

Berube honored with Spirit of America award

Madawaska resident Dan Berube has been given the "Spirit of America" award by the "Spirit of America Foundation" for his work in digitally scanning the entire run of the St. John Valley Times.

New signs promote bilingual businesses

“BIENVENUE - on parle français ici” signs are appearing in a business windows throughout the St. John Valley.

Agency on Aging offers events in December

Staying well allows us to live better lives. Through group classes, informational sessions, and events, the Aroostook Agency on Aging staff and volunteers share topics and techniques that are intended to help all people age well.

Valley towns decorate for Christmas

When the leftover turkey has turned into stew and the pumpkin pie has all been gobbled, St. John Valley towns decorate for Christmas.

UMFK Acadian Archives to host forum on travel restrictions during pandemic

The Acadian Archives/Archives acadiennes at University of Maine at Fort Kent will host a community forum on the impact of the pandemic and international travel restrictions in the St. John Valley on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. in Nadeau Hall conference room.

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