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Aroostook truckers credited for safety on the road

The regard for the safety of others on the road shown by 80 truckers at an Aroostook transport company is racking up respect from those vested in keeping Maine roads safe.

Wallagrass man is one of Maine’s 2022 Loggers of the Year

A St. John Valley man is one of three 2022 Maine Loggers of the Year.

Aroostook CA$H Coalition will prepare taxes again

The Aroostook CA$H Coalition will be preparing taxes again this year starting Feb. 8. IRS tax law certified volunteers will be available to provide free tax preparation and financial checkups for low- to middle-income households earning less than $58,000 by appointment only.

Agriculture education scholarship available

Graduating seniors from Maine high schools who are National FFA Organization (Future Farmers of America) members and interested in pursuing a career in farming, agriculture or natural resources are invited to apply for a Ronald P. Guerrette FFA Scholarship through the Maine Community Foundation.

Nominations open for Young Professionals Institute 2023

The region’s premier leadership development training experience returns for its 15th year with the theme “The Leading Role.” This year’s Young Professionals Institute, a partnership between the University of Maine at Presque Isle and MMG Insurance, will run on Wednesdays from March 1 to April 12, 4-6 p.m.

USDA to conduct potato stocks and processing surveys

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service is encouraging producers and agribusinesses to respond to two upcoming surveys – the Potato Stocks survey and the Potato Processing survey – that are critical to the potato industry.

Greater Ecumenical Food Pantry receives donation from Fort Kent Rotary Club

The Fort Kent Rotary Club recently made a monetary donation of $1,200 to the Greater Ecumenical Food Pantry.

Local water district earns state honor

The Madawaska Water District received the Outstanding Water Operations Award at the annual Maine Rural Water Association convention held Dec. 6-8 at the Samoset Resort in Rockport.

United Way of Aroostook hosts Black Tie Gala

The United Way of Aroostook, a nonprofit dedicated to the education, health and financial stability of Aroostook County, announces that it will be holding a fundraising Black Tie Gala on Jan. 21 at the Sargent Family Community Center in Presque Isle. This elegant evening will be filled with inspiration, a live auction and live music.

New Ventures Maine announces tuition-free classes in career, business, and financial education

New Ventures Maine has announced tuition-free online workshops and classes for winter 2023. NVME self-paced and interactive online workshops are designed to help people in Maine gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to start a business, build a career, and manage money.

The top business stories of 2022 in the St. John Valley

The following is the first of two articles highlighting some of the top business stories from 2021. This article highlights events from January through June.

Comprehensive broadband report released by Aroostook Partnership and Aroostook County

Nearly a quarter of the homes in Aroostook County are lacking in a quality broadband connection and that is hindering growth in the region according to economic development officials. That is one of the findings of the recently released Aroostook County Broadband Community Guide.

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.

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.

Katahdin Trust Employees raise $2,400 for Aroostook House of Comfort

The Aroostook House of Comfort was selected to be the recipient of funds raised during the first three quarters of 2022 by employees of Katahdin Trust, a local community bank serving northern Maine and the greater Bangor and Portland regions.

S.W. Collins Company receives community service award

The Institute for Family-Owned Business, a Portland-based nonprofit, in partnership with the MEMIC Group, a Portland-based workers compensation insurance provider presented S.W. Collins Company with the Shep Lee Community Service Award, named for one of the founders of IFOB at their annual 2022 Maine Family Business Awards ceremony.

AMHC welcomes Macek to senior leadership

Ellen Bemis, CEO of Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc., has announced that Julia Macek, LCSW, has joined the agency as program director of Behavioral Health and Integration in Aroostook County. The position was previously held by Lorraine Chamberlain, LCSW, CCS, who retired in November.

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