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2 weeks ago

AR Gould nurse Eklund recognized with DAISY Award

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Sara Eklund, RN, a nurse in Northern Light AR Gould Hospital’s Emergency Department, was recently recognized for her outstanding patient care by being presented with a DAISY Award. Eklund was nominated by a patient who was in her care during a trip to the emergency room. “From the moment I arrived, […]

2 weeks ago

Older Americans Month event showcases creativity at any age

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine – Stories and artwork build community and connect us (even if we can’t be  physically together). Reading or telling stories or simply appreciating someone’s creativity are great  ways to learn about and engage with others. The Aroostook Area Agency on Aging is celebrating Older Americans Month in May and Presque Isle’s First […]

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Northern Maine Moose take a loss to Erskine Academy

WATERVILLE, Maine — The Northern Maine Moose and Erskine Academy lacrosse teams met at Thomas College on April 25, with Erskine winning 8-6. Colton Simoes had 93 percent wins for faceoffs and one assist. Isaiah Ervin had all the Northern Maine Moose goals.  Carter Smith held off the Eagles well with nine solid saves keeping […]

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Mahabir named NMCC’s 2025 Student of the Year

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Northern Maine Community College has named Islakeno Mahabir its 2025 Student of the Year. Mahabir, a business administration and accounting student, has made a significant impact at NMCC through his leadership, academic excellence and commitment to his peers and the community. Mahabir is president of the NMCC Student Senate, where he […]

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K of C lotto winner, March 31-April 6, 2025

FORT KENT, Maine — The Fort Kent Knights of Columbus have announced the winner of their ongoing lotto fundraiser for the previous week. The winner of the Fort Kent Knights of Columbus Super 50 Lotto for March 31-April 6 was Rena Daigle of Frenchville, who won $103.

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Caribou Inn opens new bar

The Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of Bucks Bar at Best Western Caribou Inn.

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UMFK Blake Library Gallery to feature artwork by well-known artist Gert Thibodeau

FORT KENT, Maine – The University of Maine at Fort Kent’s Blake Library Gallery is featuring “Couleur de la Vallée,” an exhibit of artwork by local artist Gert Thibodeau through the month of May. Couleur de la Vallée showcases paintings where the artist explores a new style of figurative art. Thibodeau said this new way […]