Community

5 months ago

Martin announces House candidacy

Roland “Danny” Martin of Sinclair announced his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for House District 2 in the Maine House of Representatives, which includes the communities of Cross Lake, Frenchville, Grand Isle, Madawaska, Madawaska Lake, Perham, St. Agatha, Sinclair  and Van Buren.

5 months ago

Mapleton hosts community fundraisers

Residents of Mapleton, Castle Hill and Chapman showed their generosity in a series of local benefit dinners and fundraisers.  

5 months ago

Ministry founder gifts members

Ruth Gahagan, founder of the Holy Rosary Blanket Ministry in 2014, recently gifted each member with a “giving bear” that said, “Whenever you need a little comfort, a little safe, a little brave, just whisper in my ear and hold me tight. I’ll be here for you.”

5 months ago

St. John Valley chamber hires new director

The Board of Directors of the St. John Valley Chamber of Commerce have announced that Christina Ouellette of Madawaska has accepted the position of executive director, officially beginning her role on June 29. 

5 months ago

Aroostook Hospice Foundation nets funding

The Aroostook Hospice Foundation recently received generous donor advised funding through the Maine Community Foundation in support of its Charity Care Patient Assistance Fund.

5 months ago

PAWS Pet of the Week – Cody

PAWS of Fort Kent presents Cody, a tiny tuxedo gentleman. At just 3 months old he is already neutered and ready to find his forever home.

6 months ago

We can fix this crisis

It is no secret that many shelters are in crisis mode these days. Most have run out of room and have paused intakes. Prices are rising – and that includes pet food, litter and basic supplies. The cost of vet care has risen as well.  Despite the circumstances, rescues are still showing up determined to […]

6 months ago

Community Trails launches matching campaign in memory of forester

Northern Maine Community Trails is in the midst of a community fundraising campaign honoring the life of local forester Hugh Violette, with all donations matched dollar-for-dollar up to $22,300 through June 5. The matching challenge was established by Hugh’s parents, Dennis and Holly Violette, who chose to support Northern Maine Community Trails because they believe […]