FORT KENT, Maine – UMFK is proud to announce a special recognition of the profound and culturally rich symphonic compositions of Professor Scott Brickman, Ph.D. His body of work, particularly his five symphonies composed between 2006 and 2020, offers a compelling musical journey deeply rooted in his Baltic and Slavic ethnic background. The University of […]
July 1 marked the start of a new Rotary year for the Houlton Rotary Club, ushering in a slate of officers dedicated to continuing the organization’s mission of service above self. Josh McLaughlin, president of J McLaughlin Construction, has stepped up to serve as president of the club. He is joined by Johanna Johnston, executive […]
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Monday, Aug. 4 the Presque Isle Guidance Office opens for the 2025-26 school year. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Call 207-764-7721 to make an appointment with one of the three guidance counselors. Tuesday Aug. 5 the health office opens for 2025-26, office hours are 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. […]
The Worthington Scholarship Foundation is delighted to announce that 1,000 graduating seniors from high schools across Maine were awarded the Worthington Scholarship. The Foundation is committed to increasing college accessibility by reducing financial barriers and connecting scholars with resources that will aid them in their college journey. “This Foundation was created with a simple vision: […]
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — The Rotary Club of Presque Isle is thrilled to announce an exciting new twist for this year’s fundraising efforts: a basket raffle during the highly anticipated Crown of Maine Balloon Fest on Aug. 22-23 at the Northern Maine Fairgrounds. Replacing the club’s traditional auction format, the basket raffle invites local businesses, […]
FORT FAIRFIELD, Maine — Sen. Sue Bernard, R-Aroostook will be holding constituent office hours on Thursday, July 31 from 4:30-6 p.m. at the Fort Fairfield VFW, located at 130 Presque Isle St. Constituents are encouraged to come share concerns and opinions about legislative matters or other state government topics of interest. Light refreshments will be […]
HOULTON, Maine – One of the primary goals of the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians’ Health and Wellness Center has been to bring health screenings and the latest medical information to the tribal community. On Saturday, June 28 that information was brought to a record number of participants at the tribe’s annual Health Fair. “I […]
FORT KENT, Maine — Fort Kent Community High School and Valley Rivers Middle School recently released the honor roll for the second semester of the 2024-25 school year. Grade 12, high honors: Julissa Bauch, Abigail Boucher, Allie Caron, Allie Caron, Taylor Coulombe, Sawyer Daigle, Kaitlynn Devoe, William Grange, Fletcher Marquis, Halle Michaud, Quinn Michaud, Taylor […]
Ariana Ardell from Monticello has been named to St. Lawrence University dean’s list for achieving academic excellence during the spring 2025 semester.
By Mary Miller HOULTON, Maine — Strains of “O Canada” filled the air and both Canadian and U.S. flags waved proudly, as about 40 people celebrated “Elbows Up! for Canada” at a rally in Houlton on July 5. “It was wonderful,” said participant Dale Holden. “So many people driving by yelling ‘yay for Canada!’” The […]
