3 weeks ago
Party over people
To the editor:
I find the clown show called the Harris/Walz campaign embarrassing. They remind me of how kindergarten children act during recess. The thought of these two in charge of our country is frightening.
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3 weeks ago
Houlton cross country shines at Ellsworth Invitational
ELLSWORTH, Maine — The Houlton High School/Greater Houlton Christian Academy cross country teams kicked off the season in strong form at the 2024 Ellsworth Invitational on Saturday, September 7, marking a successful opening weekend. Competing in their first varsity meet of the year, both the boys’ and girls’ teams delivered impressive performances. In the girls’ […]
3 weeks ago
Houlton girls top Madawaska
HOULTON, Maine — The Houlton High School/Greater Houlton Christian Academy girls soccer team opened the 2024 season with a 4-1 victory vs. Madawaska High School on Friday, September 6. Shiretowners junior Mylee Sylvia scored all four goals. Junior Amelia Flewelling and freshman Keitonya Skepple both had an assist. The Houlton boys lost vs. Madawaska 8-0 […]
3 weeks ago
United Way of Aroostook and Aroostook County Action Program Convening regional home energy crisis forums
A very real home energy crisis is looming for vulnerable low to moderate income households in Maine this coming winter if nothing changes in terms of funding for the anticipated assistance programs – most notably the Federal Home Energy Assistance Program known as HEAP. To make community members aware, and call attention to the need […]
3 weeks ago
Community partners come together to support and celebrate recovery
FORT KENT, Maine – The University of Maine at Fort Kent Behavioral Science program and club, Aroostook Mental Health Center, Fish River Rural Health, Life By Design, Aroostook County Action Program and Michael’s Active Recovery have been working together to host its annual Recovery Celebration on September 14 at the Fort Kent Riverside Park Lion’s […]
3 weeks ago
Ecumenical service for care of creation
HOULTON, Maine — More than 40 people attended an ecumenical service celebrating the beginning of the “Season of Creation” at the amphitheater in Monument Park in Houlton on August 30. At the service, hosted by the Church of the Good Shepherd, people from several local congregations representing four denominations shared in reading scripture, song and […]
3 weeks ago
‘Ride the Cyclone’: A thrilling theatrical experience comes to Presque Isle
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine – Prepare for an unforgettable journey as The County Community Players proudly announce its upcoming production of “Ride the Cyclone”, the critically acclaimed musical that has captivated audiences with its blend of humor, heart, and haunting melodies. Show dates are September 13, 14, 20 and 21 at UMPI’s Gauvin Family Center for […]
3 weeks ago
The County Federal Credit Union promotes new branch manager
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine —The County Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce that Cherie Gendreau has been promoted to branch manager – Fort Fairfield. Gendreau hails from the St. John Valley. She earned her associate’s in business management from Independence University in Salt Lake City, Utah in 2017. She began her career in the Member […]
3 weeks ago
Inaugural Washburn Athletic Hall of Fame class inducted
WASHBURN, Maine — In a momentous event that honored sporting excellence and camaraderie, the Washburn Athletic Hall of Fame conducted its inaugural banquet and induction ceremony on August 17. The evening, graced by 13 distinguished individuals and the pioneering state championship basketball team, resonated with celebration and nostalgic reflections among long-time companions. The event served […]
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Presque Isle area From our Files – Week of September 4, 2024
25 Years Ago – September 8, 1999
Berry and Edgecom won again — Shawn Berry of Presque Isle and Angela Edgecomb of Monticello continued their dominance of the Aroostook County road racing circuit by picking up overall victories at the 26th annual Caribou Labor Day Road Race.
