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FF police chief recognizes sergeant for investigation, fire chief welcomes new deputy

During the latest Fort Fairfield Town Council meeting, director of public safety Shawn Newell recognized Sgt. Ryan Eagles for his work in a recently closed drug overdose investigation.

Grant funds to help ACAP continue serving families during pandemic

The Aroostook County Action Program has received $17,000 from the Maine Community Foundation's COVID-19 Response Fund, all of which will go toward additional support for families as they navigate the pandemic.

3 new COVID-19 cases prompt UMPI to transition to remote learning

The University of Maine at Presque Isle is transitioning to remote learning earlier than planned due to three new COVID-19 cases connected to a residence hall student who tested positive on Wednesday.

SAD 1 superintendent says district keeping close eye on COVID-19 case increase

As most of Maine, including Aroostook County, continues to see an increase in COVID-19 cases, SAD 1 superintendent Ben Greenlaw told board and staff members Wednesday that the district is being "hyper vigilant" in trying to prevent and track potential cases in their schools.

UMPI confirms new positive COVID-19 case among residence hall student

Just one day after announcing that their single confirmed COVID-19 case had been a false positive, a student living in a residence hall at the University of Maine at Presque Isle has tested positive for the virus.

Nursing simulation center gives UMPI and UMFK students real-life experiences

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — On an average day in class, University of Maine at Presque Isle nursing students Rachel Stetson and Sarah Sutherland check patient vital signs and heart beats, ask patients how they are feeling and perform quick interventions during health emergencies.

COVID-19 case at UMPI turns out to be false positive

The University of Maine System announced yesterday that a previously declared positive COVID-19 case at their Presque Isle campus has been determined to be a false positive.

Big Rock Ski Area prepares to open ski trails in mid-December

Though Aroostook County has not yet seen significant snow accumulation, the folks at Big Rock Ski Area in Mars Hill are confident that the early winter weather will allow the trails to open as planned on Saturday, Dec. 19.

Small business owners prepare for ‘very different’ holiday shopping season

For many shoppers, the COVID-19 pandemic has brought new norms, including curbside pickups, increased online ordering and social distancing. But many business owners in Presque Isle are optimistic about this holiday season.

NMCC esports team to host live video gaming fundraiser in December

Northern Maine Community College's Falcon esports team will host a 24-hour live video gaming event, starting on Saturday, Dec. 5, that will raise funds for three area organizations.

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