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Lures and plugs for spring success

I guess it’s no surprise that I’m a devout fly fisherman. No matter what species, fresh or salt water; or what state, country or continent’s river, lake, stream or ocean I‘m visiting, I’d rather be casting a fly rod with some sort of feathered creation at the end of my line and leader.

Agri-Women attend national meeting

Local members of Maine Agri-Women traveled recently to the American Agri-Woman midyear meeting in Nashville, Tennessee.

Conflicts happen

In my previous column I discussed the need to weigh information when there are conflicts in birthdates or places in commonly used genealogical records particularly death records. Let’s continue with other problems you may encounter.

End flavored tobacco

To the editor: I have spent most of my life working in health care. One of the most rewarding aspects of this work is the opportunity to help educate the public about ways that they can live a long and heathy life. Abundant research now can help all of us make the healthy choices that will promote well-being.

Aroostook County-based MMG Insurance’s gift to Acadia For All Campaign supports behavioral health needs in The County

Recognizing the statewide reach of Northern Light Acadia Hospital, MMG Insurance has committed $25,000 to the Acadia For All campaign. MMG’s gift will provide patient assistance funds for Aroostook County residents receiving treatment from Acadia Hospital and aid in the construction of a new 50 bed pediatric inpatient wing at the hospital.

Eagle Lake pilot is Maine Game Warden of the Year

Some people show up for work each day. Some people like Game Warden Jeff Spencer show up for work, rescue people and earn the 2022 Maine Game Warden of the Year Award.

Sheriff lauds life-saving efforts by ACSO staff

Two Aroostook County Sheriff’s Office employees went above and beyond in their heroic efforts to help individuals who were in mental health crises, said Aroostook County Sheriff Shawn Gillen.

Agency on Aging Marks Older Americans Month

Staying well allows us to live better lives. Through group classes, informational sessions, and public events, the Aroostook Agency on Aging staff and volunteers share topics and techniques that are intended to help all people age well.

Agency on Aging gallery to show Hodgdon artist’s work in May

Aroostook Agency on Aging will exhibit the work of southern Aroostook artist Gina Parent in May as part of the Artists for Aging initiative. Parent will present a large selection of her works, as well as prints and greeting cards, during an opening reception from 5-8 p.m. Friday, May 5.

Families needed for kids with autism

There is an urgent need in Maine for foster families qualified to care for children with autism, according to A Family for ME officials.

Agency on Aging celebrates 50th anniversary in 2023

2023 marks 50 years of services provided by the Aroostook Agency on Aging to older persons and their caregivers.

Pines Health Services welcomes Cote as a new mental health provider

Pines Health Services announced that Jodi Cote, PMHNP-BC has joined the Pines Health Services team as a mental health provider.

Professional Logging Contractors of Maine, NMCC announce recruiting is underway for Mechanized Logging Operations and Forest Trucking Program

The Professional Logging Contractors of Maine and Northern Maine Community College announced recruiting is underway for the Mechanized Logging Operations and Forest Trucking Program, an expanded version of the highly successful logging operations certificate program that will now include Commercial Driver’s License training.

Weighing evidence

Birthdates and places may also be found in different records such as marriage certificates, naturalization papers, the U.S. Census, Social Security records, military draft registrations and service records, as well as others. But what if the information on these records differs? What’s a genealogist to do?

Maine State Police Troop F Report, April 3-9, 2023

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of April 3-9, 2023, including the following.

Maine State Police Troop F Report, March 27-April 2, 2023

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of March 27-April 2, 2023, including the following.

Valley Girls comic – Week of April 12, 2023

Davis named CTE Student of the Year

Van Buren Regional Career and Technology Center is pleased to announce the 2023 CTE Student of the Year as Addion Davis.

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