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USDA to survey Maine potato growers

Beginning in late October, the Northeastern Regional Field Office of USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service will be conducting the Potato Acreage and Disposition survey.

Fort Kent eye doctor honored by National Business Network

Dr. Tim Rioux of Valley Eye Care Associates, received recognition for his continued commitment to professional development at a recent meeting of Cleinman Performance Network.

ACAP’s Early Care and Education Center earns National NAEYC Accreditation

Aroostook County Action Program’s Early Care and Education Program located in Caribou has earned accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children — the world's largest organization working on behalf of young children.

Pines Health Services welcomes two primary care providers

Pines Health Services is pleased to welcome Kirsten Darrell, PA-C and Steven Albert, FNP-C to the team of high-quality primary care providers.

Katahdin Trust Company’s McCarthy named to ICBA’s 40 Under 40: Emerging Community Bank Leaders List

Katahdin Trust Company is pleased to announce that Natasha McCarthy, vice president and human resources director, has been named to the ICBA Independent Banker’s “40 Under 40: Emerging Community Bank Leaders” list for 2022.

County partners launch broadband survey

A countywide effort is underway by the Aroostook Partnership, Aroostook County and a broadband company to gather data on broadband use and availability throughout Aroostook County.

Eleven complete first Leadership Aroostook

Eleven Aroostook County professionals recently completed the inaugural Leadership Aroostook program. Participants and organizers praised the program and are looking forward to a new class.

Katahdin Trust named a 2022 Best Place for Working Parents

Katahdin Trust Company is proud to announce their designation as a 2022 Best Place for Working Parents. Katahdin Trust has earned this award for their family-friendly policies and employee benefits they offer, particularly for working parents.

First Mile Brewing Company releases Bengal Brew for UMFK Homecoming celebrations

The University of Maine at Fort Kent and First Mile Brewing Company recently partnered in a fun endeavor designed to bring the community together. The Fort Kent brewery has added a new beer to their taps aimed at celebrating the connection of the university to the greater community.

Katahdin Trust promotes Ward to vice president

Katahdin Trust, a community bank serving northern Maine and the greater Bangor and Portland regions, is pleased to announce the promotion of Pamela Ward to vice president, credit control.

Katahdin Bankshares Corp. announces dividend for third quarter of 2022

Katahdin Bankshares Corp. (OTCQX: KTHN), the parent company of Katahdin Trust Company, a community bank founded in 1918 serving northern Maine and the greater Bangor and Portland regions, announced that it has declared a cash dividend of $0.138 per share for the third quarter of 2022.

NorState FCU named as a 2022 Best Place to Work in Maine

NorState Federal Credit Union was recently named as one of the 2022 Best Places to Work in Maine. This statewide survey and awards program was designed to identify, recognize, and honor the best places of employment in Maine, benefiting the state's economy, its workforce, and businesses.

Acadia FCU distributes nearly $50K to help feed local communities

Acadia Federal Credit Union, a member-owned financial institution with branches throughout northern Aroostook County and Bangor, recently disbursed nearly $44K to help feed Maine’s hungry.

The County Federal Credit Union promotes new branch manager

The County Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce they have recently promoted Dustin Graham from mortgage loan officer to branch manager in Caribou.

SAD 33 board to meet Aug. 15

New director wants Fort Kent Public Library to unite community

The new director of Fort Kent Public Library has some innovative plans to provide services he hopes will increase public use of the facility.

Recognizing the Frenchville Fire department’s 75th anniversary

On July 31 Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, presented the Frenchville Fire Department with a Legislative Sentiment recognizing the department’s 75th anniversary.

SAD 27 board will meet Aug. 8

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