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UMaine System chancellor visits UMPI, praises COVID-19 prevention efforts

University of Maine System Chancellor Dannel Malloy had positive things to say about the University of Maine at Presque Isle's response to the COVID-19 pandemic during a recent visit to the campus.

Former Cafe Sorpreso head chef finds success with home-based meal service

Like many in the restaurant business, Ryon Basu found himself unemployed amidst the COVID-19 pandemic after one of Presque Isle's most beloved dining establishments closed this past spring.

Weekly digital jigsaw – Gazebo – September 21, 2020

Large hydrangeas line a gazebo in Wanita Hallowell's backyard during the GIFT Garden Tour fundraiser Saturday.

Fort Fairfield approves decreased mill rate, appoints Browning to fire and rescue chief

The Fort Fairfield Town Council voted Wednesday to decrease the town’s mill rate from 25.02 to 20.50, a change that will go into effect on Oct. 1 when the town sends residents their annual tax bills.

County women expand herbal tea business with new ventures

When Jan Grieco retired from teaching two years ago, she began to experiment with making herbal teas at her home in Perham, unaware that her hobby would soon turn into a full-fledged business.

SAD 1 announces fall sports plans, school reopening successful so far

All sports programs at SAD 1 have been approved to begin in accordance with state health guidelines.

5K Memorial Challenge honors fallen soldier from Mapleton

Dustin Libby was 22 years old when he was serving in Ramadi, Iraq, known as that country's most deadly city during the Iraq War, with 249 other Marines in the Echo Company, 2nd Battalion, in 2006.

Wintergreen Arts officially opens for classes at Aroostook Centre Mall

The Wintergreen Arts Center officially reopened its doors at the Aroostook Centre Mall this past week, welcoming back preschool students for a new school year.

Second UMFK student tests positive for COVID-19

The student is now in isolation and other students will be quarantined as a result, UMFK president Deborah Hedeen said.

North Carolina-based pilot brings thrill of balloon flying to PI despite no festival

People may have noticed a familiar sight flying above Presque Isle this week: balloon pilot and County enthusiast Randy Lee's rainbow-colored hot air balloon featuring a mother bear and her cub.

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