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St. John Valley business year in review (Part 1)

Editor's note: The following is the first of two stories highlighting some of 2020’s most important and interesting business stories. This article highlights events from January through June. The second installment will be published Jan. 6. January UMFK alum Stephanie Jandreau opened a skincare business in downtown Fort Kent. The licensed aesthetician is a Fort Kent Community High School graduate who offers customers a variety of facial and body treatments.

Loggers applaud inclusion of timber in relief package

The Professional Logging Contractors (PLC) of Maine is applauding the announcement that $200 million in aid for timber harvesters and haulers has been included in a bipartisan $908 billion Senate COVID-19 relief package.

New business ‘Odds and Ends’ provides grocery delivery, other services during pandemic

A Fort Kent woman is offering grocery delivery and other services during the COVID-19 pandemic for St. John Valley folks who feel safer staying at home.

Madawaska Town Office closed Monday

The Madawaska Town Office will be closed to in-person transactions all day today, Monday, Dec. 21.

Boot promoted to assistant vice president at Katahdin Trust

Katahdin Trust, a local community bank founded in 1918, serving northern Maine and the greater Bangor and Portland regions, has announced the promotion of Cindy Boot to assistant vice president, commercial services officer.

New Ventures Maine awards two Aroostook County Marketing Mini Grants

New Ventures Maine, announced the winner of its Marketing Mini-grant competition for small businesses in Aroostook County. Two awardees were selected from a strong group of applicants throughout Aroostook County.

Two ACAP team members receive national certification

Jamie Chandler, chief operating officer, and Amy Murchison, program coordinator, both at Aroostook County Action Program, recently received certification as Results Oriented Management and Accountability implementers.

Madawaska selectmen to meet Tuesday

The Madawaska Board of Selectmen will meet at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2020, at the Madawaska Town Office Council Chambers, with public participation via Zoom.

SAD 33 board to meet Tuesday

The 1043rd Meeting of the Maine School Administrative District No. 33 will be held at 6 p.m. on December 15, 2020 at the St. John Valley Technology Center in Frenchville.

NorState temporarily closes Fort Kent branch due to COVID-19

The Fort Kent branch of NorState Federal Credit Union is temporarily closed after an employee tested positive for COVID-19.

Cell carrier supports positive youth efforts

On Giving Tuesday, for the sixth consecutive year, US Cellular kicked off The Future of Good program, highlighting young people who are helping create positive change in their local communities through projects including protection of the environment and expansion of education and literacy.

UMFK to offer 3D printing class and provide free 3D printers

Imagine; you’re a high school student taking an online early college class for college credit. The class is introducing you to the many exciting developments in the world of 3D printing technology. You’re working on your class at home and your instructor assigns an activity that requires having access to a 3D printer.

NMMC earns honor for tobacco prevention work

Northern Maine Medical Center has been recognized at the platinum level of excellence for its efforts in tobacco independence.

St. Agatha store puts in 24-hour gas pumps to help attract tourism

Roy’s Variety in St. Agatha has been able to add 24-hour gas pumps to its line of services due to grant money the store received.

Farmers may qualify for special USDA loans

Beginning and underserved agricultural producers may qualify for special loans from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Fort Kent welcomes new police officer

The Fort Kent Police Department recently welcomed Officer Jack Maloney to the force.

Madawaska building demolished as part of downtown revitalization project

A Main Street building with a history of public safety issues has been demolished in Madawaska.

Local electricity users to see lower bills in 2021

Residential and business customers of Versant Power’s Maine Public District will see a 10 percent decrease in electricity supply rates in 2021, which amounts to just over a 4 percent decrease in their total bills.

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