Community

6 days ago

Conflicted and determined

I am of two minds when it comes to our beautiful language. I believe sincerely in Marie-Anne Gauvin’s “slogan”: Sans sa langue la culture est muette.

6 days ago

PAWS Pet of the Week – Oreo

PAWS of Fort Kent presents Oreo. If you’re looking for a loyal companion who’s equal parts charm and class, Oreo might be your perfect match.

6 days ago

Mitchell receives Katahdin’s Principal’s Award

STACYVILLE, Maine — Olivia Mitchell, a senior at Katahdin High School, has been selected to receive the 2026 Principal’s Award, Principal Melanie Cullins announced. The award, sponsored by the Maine Principals’ Association, is given in recognition of a high school senior’s academic achievement, leadership and citizenship. Throughout her years at Katahdin High School, Mitchell has […]

6 days ago

Can cats and dogs get colds and flu?

It seems like everyone here in The County has been dealing with head colds, flu, bronchitis and even some people have battled pneumonia.

6 days ago

Paws Pet of the Week – Willow

PAWS of Fort Kent presents Willow. This beautiful 1-year-old gray, short haired girl is ready to find her forever home.

6 days ago

A teacher’s inspiration

Learning to read is a major milestone when you are growing up. Recognizing characters, the sounds that they produce, and how they connect into sentences, paragraphs, articles and books represents the entrance into a world of learning that will remain for life. 

6 days ago

What spring means to Public Works in Presque Isle

As winter fades and longer days return, spring brings a renewed sense of energy to our community. For many residents, it means warmer weather, blooming trees, and the opportunity to get outdoors again. 

6 days ago

Towns hold annual meetings

On March 16th , the first of the three annual town elections and meetings was held by the Town of Mapleton at the Mapleton Lions Community Hall. The town election was held prior to the town meeting. 

2 weeks ago

UMPI to host annual Variety Show

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine  — The University of Maine at Presque Isle’s Student Activities Office will host its annual Variety Show at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 26 at the Gauvin Family Center for Cultural Arts in Wieden Hall. The show will feature UMPI students, faculty and staff members performing a variety of creative talents, including […]