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Aroostook Retired Educators will meet Aug. 28 in Presque Isle

The Aroostook Retired Educators Association will meet Tuesday, Aug. 28, at the Presque Isle Inn and Convention Center.

Outdoor calendar – week of August 15, 2018

Friday, Aug. 17 CARIBOU: CHS Alumni and Community XC Race.

Drug charges dominate grand jury indictments in County

A former Biddeford man who spent five years in prison for dealing heroin and cocaine has been indicted by the Aroostook County grand jury for more alleged drug crimes.

Fort Kent council offers Suzie Paradis town manager position

Fort Kent councilors unanimously voted following an executive session Monday night to offer Suzie Paradis the position of town manager.

UMPI, UMFK leaders seek voter approval of $49 million bond package

Officials at the University of Maine at Presque Isle and University of Maine at Fort Kent urge County residents to vote for a $49 million bond package in November that would give the two campuses a total of $7.4 million to complete major infrastructure upgrades and expand healthcare programing.

Fort Kent retiree wins a million dollars on scratch ticket

Sometimes people really do win big by playing the lottery.

Fort Kent family gives back to Make-A-Wish Foundation during Presque Isle walk

Like many children her age, 4-year-old Makenna Pelletier of Fort Kent dreamed of going to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, and meeting one of her favorite characters, Minnie Mouse.

Local woman shares passion for Aroostook agriculture during Washington, D.C., trip

Alyson McGillicuddy, a local member of Maine Agri-Women, recently participated in a special trip to the U.S. capital that allowed her to expand her advocacy work for Aroostook County farmers and meet other women who share her passion.

Fish River Rural Health hosts 29th Annual Health Fair

Officials with Fish River Rural Health hosted the non-profit organization’s 29th Annual Health Fair on Saturday, Aug. 4 at the Eagle Lake Health Center.

No one is immune from high drug prices

When you think of $12,000, what comes into your mind? The cost of a gently used car, perhaps -- one that will get you to work and your kids to school safely?

Lavoie honored with Remember ME award for lifetime of community service

The Maine Health Care Association recently presented Martin Lavoie of Madawaska with a Remember ME award for his community service and involvement.

Column captured reader’s sentiments on Trump

To the editor: For several months, I've thought of writing about the delirious person who is wrecking our country.

A celebration of 70 years

Lucien and Clara Ouellette celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on June 29, 2018.

Audrey Thomson to lead Foundation for Maine’s Community Colleges

The Board of Directors of The Foundation for Maine’s Community Colleges has announced the appointment of Audrey Thomson to serve as the organization’s next president, effective Sept. 4.

Car fire destroys Quonset hut, firefighters save Wallagrass home

A Quonset hut and its contents are a total loss following a fire on Saturday but firefighters managed to save a nearby home.

Residents can visit state parks free through Labor Day

Gov. Paul R. LePage has signed a financial order granting Maine residents free day use of Maine State Parks and Historic Sites from Saturday, Aug. 11, through Monday, September 3.

Newly launched Maine RecoveryCorps now recruiting members

Community organizations in six northern Maine counties are actively recruiting RecoveryCorps members to support the newly launched Maine RecoveryCorps.

Ladies of St. Anne celebrate feast day in St. Agatha

The St. Agatha Ladies of Saint Anne hosted the annual Deanery I Saint Anne Feast Day celebration on July 21 at the St. Agatha Catholic Church with a Mass followed by a reception and banquet.

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