2 weeks ago
Blankets for Hope and Justice
The Holy Rosary Blanket Ministry of Caribou recently donated 16 fleece blankets to the Hope and Justice Project.
Community
2 weeks ago
Ark Animal Sanctuary
This past week we took in three cats, two of which were injured, and the third was malnourished.
2 weeks ago
Mapleton Daze Starts June 23rd
The Town of Mapleton is getting ready for the 36th annual Mapleton Daze. Here is partial schedule of the activities at the 2025 edition of Mapleton Daze.
2 weeks ago
Flags to honor veterans
A group came together to help place flags on graves at the Northern Maine Veterans Cemetery in Caribou on May 25.
2 weeks ago
Children’s art camp
CARIBOU, Maine — The Center for the Advancement of Rural Living will offer a one-week summer art camp for children ages 9–12, July 14-18 at the Caribou Recreation Center from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Local artist Kim Chabre, founder of the Riverbed Art Studio, will instruct the free program. Supplies will be provided. Registration […]
2 weeks ago
Aroostook House of Comfort’s 12th Annual Golf Classic raises $90,000
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — The Aroostook Hospice Foundation proudly hosted its 12th Annual Golf Classic on Saturday, June 14 at the Presque Isle Country Club, raising approximately $90,000 in support of the Aroostook House of Comfort. This achievement was made possible through the generous support of 166 sponsors, 42 teams, 42 raffle and prize donors, […]
2 weeks ago
NorState FCU awards eight $1,000 scholarships
NorState Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the awarding of eight $1000 scholarships to local graduating high school seniors. To qualify, applicants had to attend an Aroostook or Northern Penobscot County high school, be accepted, and attend a two-year or four-year college or university and be an active NorState FCU member. “At NorState Federal […]
3 weeks ago
Preventing tick-borne illnesses
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Warmer weather has arrived in Maine, and people are gearing up for outdoor adventures and vacations. Whether it’s a trip to the coast or a weekend getaway in the woods, the team at Northern Light AR Gould Hospital wants to remind people to be cautious of ticks. “Lyme disease, Anaplasmosis, Babesiosis, […]
3 weeks ago
McEwen named salutatorian at East Grand School
DANFORTH, Maine — East Grand School is proud to recognize Aiden McEwen as the salutatorian for the Class of 2025. McEwen’s journey through high school showcases the power of hard work, community engagement and taking full advantage of the unique opportunities East Grand has to offer. A multi-talented student and athlete, McEwen was a dedicated […]
3 weeks ago
UMFK nursing students honored at pinning ceremony at UMPI
On May 8 six University of Maine at Fort Kent nursing students were honored at the first UMFK Nurse Pinning Ceremony held on the University of Maine at Presque Isle campus. This historic event marked the culmination of their nursing education through a unique partnership between UMFK and UMPI. The program allows students to begin […]
