Education

5 days ago

Houlton High School Alumni Association launches Student Opportunity Fund

HOULTON, Maine — The Houlton High School Alumni Association has announced the creation of the Houlton Student Opportunity Fund, a new initiative designed to ensure that every Houlton High School student can access essential educational and enrichment opportunities while still in school. The Student Opportunity Fund will provide financial assistance for experiences that go beyond […]

6 days ago

NMCC’s TRIO program awarded five-year federal renewal

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Northern Maine Community College has secured continued federal funding for its TRIO Student Support Services program, ensuring essential services remain available to students through 2030. The five-year grant allows NMCC to keep offering academic advising, tutoring, financial aid assistance, career guidance and transfer planning to eligible students, with the goal of […]

4 weeks ago

Celebrating success: Mars Hill FFA Member joins elite group as a 2025 American Degree recipient

By Jillian McLaughlin, Maine FFA state reporter The FFA American Degree is the highest level of recognition that can be bestowed upon a member of the organization. The prestigious American Degree, earned by only approximately 1% of members, signifies an unwavering dedication to the National FFA Organization even beyond one’s high school graduation. This year, […]

4 weeks ago

NMCC practical nursing program celebrates Class of 2025 with pinning ceremony

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Northern Maine Community College celebrated the accomplishments of 13 practical nursing students during a pinning ceremony held at 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12 at Presque Isle Middle School. The ceremony marked a milestone for the graduates, symbolizing their transition from students to nursing professionals. The event opened with a processional set […]

4 weeks ago

Whited awarded Oklahoma State University scholarship

STILLWATER, Oklahoma – On Sept. 2 an Aroostook County student was honored by the Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture with academic scholarship support for the 2025-26 academic year.  Ava Whited of Bridgewater, who is studying plant and soil science, was awarded a Joseph Fleming Memorial Freshman Scholarship. These scholarships are part of the […]

1 month ago

UMFK hosts annual Homecoming celebration Sept. 19-21

FORT KENT, Maine — The University of Maine at Fort Kent will host its annual Homecoming celebration from Friday, Sept. 19 to Sunday, Sept. 21. Three fun-filled days will feature a variety of events, including bouncy houses, a community barbecue, bonfire, live music, athletic competitions, a presentation of the new Landmark sculpture and homecoming brunch. […]