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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.

UMFK Michael Simon Scholarship benefits from additional contribution

This September, the University of Maine at Fort Kent received a pledge of $68,593.09 to add to the endowed Michael Simon Scholarship, raising the scholarship’s market value to $300,000. This contribution was from the estate of Michael Simon with additional contributions from his brother, Jamil.

Jackson recognizes work of Tri-Community Veterans Committee

On Sept. 25 Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, presented the Tri-Community Veterans’ Memorial Committee with a Legislative Sentiment recognizing their work to build a new memorial at Soldier Pond.

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.

UMFK’s Acadian Archives to host Robert Sylvain concert on Oct. 13

The Acadian Archives/Archives acadiennes at University of Maine at Fort Kent will host singer Robert Sylvain on Thursday, October 13 in the UMFK Fox Auditorium at 6 p.m.

Knights of Columbus hosted penalty kick soccer competition

On Saturday, Sept. 24, the Knights of Columbus Council 7920 hosted a penalty kick soccer competition — sponsored by the Supreme Council and hosted nation-wide by councils if they choose to do so.

Maine State Police Troop F Report, Aug. 29-Sept. 4, 2022

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of Aug. 29-Sept. 4, including the following.

Regional veterinary clinic

To the editor: An article appeared in the Sept. 7 issue of the Aroostook Republican announcing that the volunteers of Halfway Home Pet Rescue in Caribou are planning to open a regional veterinary clinic. This clinic is desperately needed in northern Maine.

From our Files – Week of September 28, 2022

50 Years Ago -- Sept. 28, 1972 Building bridges -- Work on the $1.5 million international bridge project between Van Buren and St. Leonard has been progressing according to schedule. The cement work on the upper structure of the bridge started in early September 1972 and continued for about two weeks.

K of C lotto winner, Sept. 12-18, 2022

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

Blood of Vikings

My husband and I recently re-watched a BBC production called “Blood of the Vikings.” No, it’s not the latest Stephen King horror movie, but a report of the archaeological and DNA search for traces of the Viking presence in England, Scotland and Ireland.

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.

Northern Maine Republican candidates discuss need for change at grand opening of campaign office in Fort Kent

The need for change in Augusta was the primary focus of Republican candidates who spoke at a grand opening of the Fort Kent party headquarters on Friday, Sept. 23.

UMFK Conservation Law students participate in live search and rescue

When Will Pols enrolled in the Conservation Law program at The University of Maine at Fort Kent in 2020, he didn’t expect to be on an active search and rescue as a student. Earlier this summer, Pols joined eight other UMFK students in an emergency search and rescue mission in the Fort Kent area.

UMFK makes the U.S. News & World Report’s rankings for 12th consecutive year

The University of Maine at Fort Kent has been named among the top tier of all north region colleges for the 12th consecutive year, according to the U.S. News & World Report 2023 rankings. UMFK first achieved top-tier college status in the U.S. News & World Report’s 2011 rankings.

From our Files – Week of September 21, 2022

50 Years Ago -- Sept. 21, 1972 Dolls for needy -- Mrs. Omer Dionne of Fort Kent has been collecting old dolls. With the help of Mrs. Raoul Corriveau and her daughter, the old dolls are touched up, dressed with new clothes made by Mrs. Dionne and Mrs. Corriveau, and made pretty. The dolls will be distributed at Christmas to low income children.

In the pressure chamber

So many members of my family and friends ask me the question, “What is it like to go into the hyperbaric chamber? Do you get nervous or are you claustrophobic?” These are expected and perfectly appropriate questions, my friends. And my answer is no. I do not allow my mind to go down that particular path because every session is vital toward healing.

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