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Bishop Deeley marks Ash Wednesday as start of Lent

“Today, marking as it does the beginning of Lent, reminds us that we spend these days reflecting on how we are living with the God who called us into being and will bring us, we pray, to eternal life.”

Martial artists win trophies, earn belts

Forty-four students and instructors from the eight ranches of Graves’ Institute of Self Defense recently attended an awards ceremony and Karate and Ju-Jitsu tournament in Bucksport, along with black belt testing in Ellsworth hosted by Tracy’s Karate.

New U.S. stamp celebrates Maine

The U.S. Postal Service will celebrate Maine’s bicentennial with the issuance of a new Forever stamp and a dedication ceremony on the actual anniversary of Maine’s statehood, March 15.

Presque Isle Fire Department saves dog after fire damages duplex

A stove fire caused extensive damage to a duplex on Micmac Drive in Presque Isle on Tuesday, but the Presque Isle Fire Department was able to save a dog who was inside.

County Faces: Jim Gardner of Easton

Born in the former Presque Isle hospital that is now City Hall, Jim Gardner of Easton has spent much of his life working in the public sector.

United Way of Aroostook opens funding application process

Wanda Guiggey, president of the United Way of Aroostook board of directors, and Sarah Ennis, executive director, have announced that applications for United Way of Aroostook funding for 2020-2021 are now available.

Snowmobile Trail Report, Feb. 21, 2020

This past week has been one of the busiest weeks many have seen out on the trails. Most places are full with no vacancy which is great for the County economy.

Bangor Savings Bank Foundation donates $2,500 to Caribou veterans shelter

The Bangor Savings Bank Foundation presented the Dahlgren-Skidgel Farm of Hope with a $2,500 check to assist with the organization’s annual electricity costs.

Scholarship available for agriculture education

Graduating seniors from Maine high schools who are national Future Farmers of America organization 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.

Maine State Police Troop F Report, Feb. 3-9, 2020

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of Feb. 3-9, 2020, including the following.

Maine State Police Troop F Report, Jan. 27-Feb. 2, 2020

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of Jan. 27-Feb. 2, 2020, including the following.

County Faces: Lovena West of Mars Hill

For West, photography has meant much more than simply sharing beautiful images or learning the ins and outs of camera equipment. Photography has, quite literally, given her a new vision through which to see the world.

E. A. Williams Cartoon – February 19, 2020

More than one way to celebrate tourney

From our Files – Week of February 17, 2020

50 Years Ago -- Feb. 19, 1970 Folk Festival Attracts Young People -- A folk festival took place at the Van Buren Youth Center last Saturday and young people crowded in to hear local talent perform.

UMPI locates roughly 30 possible graves of New Sweden settlers

The University of Maine at Presque Isle recently discovered the graves of roughly 30 early settlers by using ground penetrating radar to survey the land behind New Sweden Historical Society Museum.

Representative sets local hours

Rep. Jared Golden’s staff will hold mobile office hours in Van Buren and St. Agatha on Thursday, Feb. 27.

Births at AR Gould Hospital, December 2019

The following births were recorded at AR Gould Hospital during December 2019.

Snowmobile Trail Report, Feb. 13, 2020

This weekend coming is the beginning of high school vacation week and that means it will be very busy so please ride right.

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