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Drug epidemic discussed during recovery celebration in Fort Kent

Aroostook Mental Health Center counselor Kristen Hafford talked candidly about her brother’s drug addiction during a recovery celebration in Fort Kent.

K of C lotto winner, Sept. 5-11, 2022

The Fort Kent Knights of Columbus have announced the winner of their ongoing lotto fundraiser for the previous week.

Katahdin Trust Company’s McCarthy named to ICBA’s 40 Under 40: Emerging Community Bank Leaders List

Katahdin Trust Company is pleased to announce that Natasha McCarthy, vice president and human resources director, has been named to the ICBA Independent Banker’s “40 Under 40: Emerging Community Bank Leaders” list for 2022.

PAWS Pet of the Week – Kismet

This beautiful girl is Kismet and she has the prettiest markings and striking green eyes. She was a bit nervous coming to the shelter, but is slowly starting to let her guard down.

UMFK’s Acadian Archives to host Poetry Express Sept. 21-22

The University of Maine at Fort Kent’s Acadian Archives/Archives acadiennes will host Poetry Express, a collaborative poetry performance program, Wednesday, Sept. 21 and Thursday, Sept. 22 on the University campus. The event is free and open to the public.

From our Files – Week of September 14, 2022

50 Years Ago -- Sept. 14, 1972 Sister leaves Valley -- After having served as a teacher of French for the past six years, Sr. Dolores Pelletier has left the Valley to prepare for a new form of service within the church.

Your Welsh ancestors

Do you have Welsh ancestry? Many who do haven’t tried to do much research in Welsh records. The Welsh are a proud people, descendants of Celts. My own Welsh heritage stems from the Merrick/Meyrick line from the Isle of Anglesey, now Anglesey County. For about 20 years it was part of Gwynedd County, but after 1996 was reestablished as an independent county.

Fort Kent Outdoor Center welcomes new manager

Elysha Dyer recently joined the Fort Kent Outdoor Center as its new venue manager and ski coach.

County partners launch broadband survey

A countywide effort is underway by the Aroostook Partnership, Aroostook County and a broadband company to gather data on broadband use and availability throughout Aroostook County.

PAWS Pet of the Week – Gray Ghost

This darling boy is Gray Ghost. He has a nice demeanor and would make an amazing companion for just about anyone.

Honoring first responders on the 9/11 anniversary

Twenty-one years ago, I was working in the woods, out of cell phone range and miles away from the closest television. It seems like a lifetime ago — I had just graduated from the University of Maine at Fort Kent, celebrated my 29th birthday and had never stepped foot in the Statehouse as an elected official.

Sharing a new journey

My friends, I must apologize to you for my long absence. I am in the midst of a journey like no other; one I did not choose, yet one that has changed my life in unimaginable ways. As for the lessons learned, they are far too numerous to categorize or list.

New Fort Kent restaurant draws large crowd at opening

Fort Kent’s newest restaurant, 47 North, drew a large crowd of customers Thursday evening.

Healthy Living for ME recognizes September as Falls Prevention Awareness Month

September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month, a time to recognize the impact that falls have on the lives of millions of Americans each year and take steps to prevent falls.

Madawaska area altar servers gather for appreciation day at Mizpah in Grand Isle

With the temperature hovering around 80 degrees, altar servers from the Madawaska, Van Buren, and Saint Agatha areas braved the heat for an afternoon of fun and gratitude at Mizpah in Grand Isle on Sunday, July 24.

Bishop Deeley announces two priest assignments

Bishop Robert Deeley has announced the following two priest assignments effective Oct. 1.

From our Files – Week of September 7, 2022

50 Years Ago -- Sept. 7, 1972 Enrollment down -- Early enrollment figures for Madawaska’s elementary schools (grades K-6) show a decrease of 68 students when compared with last year’s September report. The largest drop in enrollment is to be found in the primary grades, especially in kindergarten and grade one.

Parish sale raises more than $13,000

A weekend garage sale inspired generosity and goodwill with the proceeds benefiting winter expenses at St. John Vianney Parish.

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