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Fort Kent Democratic Committee to offer free rides to polls

Two volunteer members of the Fort Kent Democrats will offer free rides on Election Day, Nov. 3, for Fort Kent residents who may need a ride to go vote.

Teachers write letter in support of regional school project, superintendent

Leaders of the three teachers associations representing educators in the school administrative units comprising Valley Unified Education Service Center have drafted a letter in support of a proposed regional high school and the superintendent who initiated the project.

Holy Rosary offers drive-thru meal

Through bowls of chicken stew, parishioners at the Parish of the Precious Blood in Caribou hope to make a difference for local individuals and families who may need emergency assistance.

Soccer squads head to postseason across Aroostook County

The regular season has come to a close for boys and girls soccer squads, but their time on the pitch is not yet complete. The postseason begins Thursday, Oct. 29, with semifinal action for the top four seeds in girls soccer, while the bottom four seeds play in a consolation bracket. The boys take the field on Friday, Oct. 30.

Lonesome Pine Trails plans annual ski sale

The ski trails will be open for business this winter at Lonesome Pine Trails in Fort Kent. Opening day of the popular ski resort will be Saturday, Dec. 12.

Maine State Police Troop F Report, Oct. 12-18, 2020

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of Oct. 12-18, 2020, including the following.

Sno-Angels raffle

The St. Francis Sno-Angels recently held a raffle. Keith Michaud of Fort Kent was the lucky winner of a homemade gun cabinet donated to the club by Roy and Loretta Thompson of St. Francis.

K of C lotto winner, Oct. 12-18, 2020

The Fort Kent Knights of Columbus have announced the winner of their ongoing lotto fundraiser for the week of Oct. 12-18, 2020.

Things to do – Week of October 26, 2020

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 28 SENIOR MEDICARE PATROL FRAUD & ABUSE - Virtual class by Aroostook Agency on Aging, 2-3 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays through Nov. 18. FMI: 764-3396.

Maine State Police Troop F Report, Sept. 28-Oct. 4, 2020

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of Sept. 28-Oct. 4, 2020, including the following.

Fort Kent Outdoor Center tells cancer to ‘take a hike’ at fundraiser

Guests of the Fort Kent Outdoor Center said “Cancer Can Take a Hike!” during a fundraiser held Sunday.

Northern Maine Community College to broadcast fall open house via local TV

In an effort to minimize the community’s exposure to COVID-19, Northern Maine Community College has decided to deliver their annual open house event on Thursday, Nov. 5, in an unconventional format this year—via television networks NBC, CBS, and FOX, through a partnership with local television.

House District 151 candidate profiles

The candidates on the ballot for Maine House District 151, which encompasses Allagash, Ashland, Eagle Lake, Fort Kent, Masardis, New Canada, Portage Lake, St. Francis, Wallagrass and Plantations of Garfield, Nashville, Oxbow, St. John and Winterville, plus the unorganized territory of Northwest Aroostook, are incumbent Rep. John Martin, a Democrat, and his challenger, Republican Kevin Bushey.

Kamala Harris’ husband Doug Emhoff campaigns in Aroostook County

Democratic vice presidential candidate Kamala Harris’ husband Doug Emhoff campaigned in Aroostook County on Saturday, becoming one of the most prominent campaign surrogates to visit Maine during the presidential cycle.

Katahdin Bankshares Corp. reports third quarter results

Katahdin Bankshares Corp. (OTCQX: KTHN), parent company of Katahdin Trust Company, a community bank founded in 1918 serving northern Maine and the greater Bangor and Portland regions, has announced third-quarter earnings of $2.45 million or $0.75 per common share. Total assets reached $939.2 million.

Secretary Dunlap notifies motorists of updated vehicle registration deadlines

Secretary of State Matthew Dunlap is advising motorists to be aware of vehicle registration deadlines, as Gov. Janet Mills has issued an updated executive order regarding those requirements, which had previously been altered in response to office closures due to the pandemic response.

Maine Hunger Dialogue focuses on college student food and housing insecurity

The Maine Hunger Dialogue will convene by webinar from 10 a.m. to noon on Friday, Oct. 23. The event is free and open to the public.

Valley Trading Post will sell guns and more in Fort Kent

The Gardner family of St. Francis will soon be operating a second family business

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