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6 months ago

Helping Hands Telethon returns to support Aroostook County families in need

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — As winter approaches and energy costs remain high, the  eighth annual Helping Hands Telethon is set to return on Thursday, Oct. 23, offering  critical support to Aroostook County residents facing heating emergencies. Hosted by ACAP/Community Action in Aroostook, Washington and Hancock Counties, United  Way of Aroostook and WAGM-TV, the telethon raises […]

6 months ago

Fish River Rural Health opens 3 clinic-based pharmacies

In a move that redefines accessibility in rural healthcare, Fish River Rural Health is proud to announce the launch of three new state-of-the-art clinic-based pharmacies this month at each of its clinic locations: Eagle Lake, Fort Kent, and Madawaska.

6 months ago

Consolidated rebrands itself as Fidium

Consolidated Communications announced on Sept. 22 that it is uniting its residential, business and wholesale lines of business under a single, modern fiber internet and network services brand – Fidium. 

6 months ago

Photography exhibit showcases the beauty of the St. John River Valley

MADAWASKA, Maine —  St, John Valley Artists, a local artists group, is proud to host “The Heart of the Acadian Forest – The St. John River Valley”, a solo photography exhibition by local artist Steve Young of One World Artisans. The opening reception will take place on Saturday, Oct. 11 from 6–8 p.m. at the […]

6 months ago

Celebrating Emergency Nurses Week

As Emergency Nurses Week is recognized nationwide, the Maine Chapter of the Emergency Nurses Association proudly honors the emergency nurses of Maine for their unwavering dedication, skill and compassion.

6 months ago

Maine credit unions rally to fight hunger with $100,000 Ending Hunger Challenge

WESTBROOK, Maine — Credit unions across Maine are recommitting to the fight against food insecurity with the launch of their annual $100,000 Ending Hunger Challenge this October. As federal cuts continue to undermine food access for families statewide, this year’s effort is especially critical. Throughout the month of October, Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending […]

6 months ago

Aroostook Partnership sets County housing summit

Aroostook Partnership, in collaboration with MaineHousing and the Genesis Community Loan Fund, will host the 2025 Aroostook County Housing Summit on Thursday, Oct. 30, at the Edmunds Conference Center at Northern Maine Community College in Presque Isle.

6 months ago

Wintergreen to feature the artwork of Pickett in October

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine—Wintergreen Arts Center will feature the work of Jillelaine Pickett during the month of October.  The opening reception of Jillelaine’s show will be held Friday evening, Oct. 3 from 6-7:45 p.m. during Presque Isle’s First Friday Art Walk. Live music will be provided by Douglass Drew and Benjamin Yeager. Born and raised in […]

6 months ago

3rd Annual Walk for Hospice raises over $68,000 for the Aroostook House of Comfort

CARIBOU, Maine – The Aroostook Hospice Foundation held its 3rd Annual Walk for Hospice on Saturday, Sept. 13 at the Caribou High School track & trails, raising more than $68,000 in support of the Aroostook House of Comfort! This meaningful event brought the community together to raise funds, promote awareness, and celebrate the lives of […]