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Rossignol promoted to Katahdin Trust assistant vice president, system administrator

Katahdin Trust, a community bank serving northern Maine and the greater Bangor and Portland regions, is pleased to announce the promotion of Scott Rossignol to assistant vice president, system administrator. In this role, Rossignol will be responsible for ensuring that the Bank’s integrated systems operate efficiently as well as continue to provide technical assistance and training for system users.

Prepare now for arctic weekend

Once-in-a-decade wind chills are forecast for The County this weekend as local and state officials encourage Maine residents to prepare ahead of time.

United Way of Aroostook to administer over $28,000 in emergency food and shelter grant funding

United Way of Aroostook has been selected to administer a $28,974 grant from the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program that will provide additional resources to local organizations that meet these two basic needs.

Aroostook Day at the Legislature set for Feb. 15

After a brief pandemic absence, Aroostook Partnership is once again hosting Aroostook Day at the Legislature Wednesday Feb. 15 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Senator Inn in Augusta.

Katahdin Bankshares reports fourth quarter 2022 results

Katahdin Bankshares Corp. (OTCQX: KTHN), the parent company of Katahdin Trust Company, a full-service community bank founded in 1918 serving northern Maine and the greater Bangor and Portland regions, announced its 2022 fourth quarter earnings of $3.2 million, or $0.98 per common share.

President Jackson, ACAP President highlight emergency energy relief

On Jan. 24, Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, joined Jason Parent from Aroostook County Action Program and representatives from Maine Community Action Programs, MaineHousing, and Maine Energy Marketers Association, for a press conference at the State House celebrating bipartisan efforts to keep working families and older Mainers warm this winter.

Investing in the future of Aroostook County

Growing up in Aroostook County, I learned that when we work together and lend a helping hand, we can make our community a better place.

5 Generations

Winston Daniel Dionne was born on Sept. 24, 2022 making a 5-generation family.

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.

Northern Maine Community College fall 2022 dean’s list

Northern Maine Community College has released its dean’s list for the 2022 fall semester. To earn a place on the list, students must achieve a 3.2-grade point average or above.

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.

Friday snowfall should rev up snowmobile season

More than a foot of snow fell in parts of northern Maine Thursday night into Friday and is expected to stick around.

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.

A visit brings me home

Stepping into her room was like walking into her kitchen years ago. The bakery shop aromas, as well as that much-loved gift-shop scent had successfully followed her through the many passages of her life.

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.

Aroostook County Jail scores perfect marks on biennial inspection

When it comes to running a tight ship, staff at the Aroostook County Jail has once again risen to the challenge.

Vital record resources

A common problem for genealogists is locating vital records — births, marriages and deaths — especially if we don’t know where a family member was born, married or died.

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