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Fireworks and pets

Summer has been warm and wonderful so far, and the Fourth of July is just days away. Due to COVID-19, many fairs and festivals are being canceled, which is so very unfortunate for our northern Maine communities.

Washburn names Students of the Month of April 2020

Principal Larry Worcester along with the staff of Washburn District High School recently announced Delancy Koch as Student of the Month for March and Hannah White as Student of the Month for April.

A.R. Gould Hospital extends visiting hours

Northern Light A.R. Gould Hospital announced July 1 that visiting hours at the hospital will be expanded to 10 a.m.-6 p.m. starting Thursday, July 2.

Vital Pathways seeks mini-grant proposals

Vital Pathways, a non-profit organization established in 1994 whose purpose is to improve quality of life in the community, will be awarding a Community Project Mini Grant with a maximum award of up to $500.

Local students named to dean’s lists

A number of local students have been named to dean’s lists for their respective colleges and universities for the spring semester.

Caribou area From our Files – Week of June 30, 2020

115 Years Ago - July 5, 1905 New industry -- A new industry has been in operation the past two weeks at King’s Grove, Mars Hill, it being the distillation and manufacture of cedar oil from cedar boughs.

E. A. Williams cartoon – Week of June 29, 2020

The County Crossword Puzzle July 1, 2020

You can complete this crossword puzzle online. Just click on the box you want to fill in and begin typing the word you think is the answer to the clue.

Access to affordable health care is vital for all Mainers

For years, too many Maine families have struggled to pay for medical care, ranging from routine doctor visits and prescriptions, to emergency treatment.

UMPI announces plans to reopen two public spaces

With changes in state guidelines, the University of Maine at Presque Isle is making plans for the phased re-opening of two of its public spaces, the Center for Innovative Learning and Gentile Hall, this summer.

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