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3 weeks ago

Spooktacular pet safety

We want to thank all the fans of the Central Aroostook Humane Society who stopped by our booth at the Caribou Craft Fair this past weekend. 

3 weeks ago

PAWS Pet of the Week – Romeo

Are you looking for a companion who will fill your home with warmth and affection? Look no further than Romeo, PAWS of Fort Kent’s charming 11-year-old.

3 weeks ago

Harvest supper returns Saturday

On Saturday, Oct. 25, at 5 p.m., the State Road Advent Christian Church will host its annual harvest supper.  

3 weeks ago

UMFK to host Veterans Day ceremony on Nov. 10

FORT KENT, Maine – The University of Maine at Fort Kent will host its Veterans Day ceremony at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 10 at the university’s Veterans Square. The ceremony is open to the public. The event will include a welcome from Stacy Martin, UMFK’s student life coordinator; remarks from UMFK President Deb Hedeen; and […]

3 weeks ago

UMFK student advances research through INBRE Fellowship

FORT KENT, Maine — Georgia Burton is making the most of her opportunities at the University of Maine at Fort Kent as she pursues her ultimate dream of earning a doctorate in physical therapy.   The Westmoreland, Jamaica native is in her senior year at UMFK, where she expects to complete her bachelor of science in […]

3 weeks ago

NMCC open house welcomes prospective students to experience college life firsthand

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Northern Maine Community College welcomed more than 300 visitors to campus for its 2025 Open House on Friday, Oct. 17, giving high school students from across Maine the chance to explore NMCC’s programs, meet faculty and current students and experience the welcoming atmosphere that defines the college community. The event encouraged […]

3 weeks ago

Maliseet Advocacy Center, tribal citizens walk with purpose

HOULTON, Maine – A small, but spirited group turned out Saturday, Oct. 18 for a one-mile walk/run to raise awareness for domestic violence. “Our goal is to raise awareness about domestic violence and by knowing more, you can foster a healthy mind, spirit and body,” said Cathy St. John, director for the Maliseet Advocacy Center. […]

3 weeks ago

PAWS Pet of the Week – Chloe

PAWS of Fort Kent presents Chloe, your new best friend in fur. This stunning 7-year-old tortoiseshell has a heart as warm as her golden flecks of fur.

4 weeks ago

UMFK to host open house

FORT KENT, Maine – The University of Maine at Fort Kent will host its annual fall open house for prospective college-bound students on Friday, Nov. 7 to give them a chance to experience campus life.  “Our fall open house is one of the best ways for students to truly experience the spirit of UMFK,” said […]