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Pines Health Services recognizes Great American Smokeout Day

CARIBOU, Maine – The Annual Great American Smokeout was on Thursday, November 21. The event, sponsored by the American Cancer Society, encourages people who currently smoke to quit – even if it’s just for one day. To help people take the first step, Pines Health Services is providing free nicotine replacement therapy kits and resources. […]

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Houlton student wins veteran interview program

Houlton Middle High School has announced that Peter Bonaparte, a dedicated and talented student, has won first place in the Cole Land Transportation Museum’s prestigious Veteran Interview Program. 

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UMPI’s Libra Distinguished Lecture Series presents AI expert Dr. Watson

PRESQUE ISLE — The University of Maine at Presque Isle will present Dr. C. Edward Watson, author and vice president for digital innovation at the American Association of Colleges and Universities, as the next speaker in its 2024-25 Libra Distinguished Lecture Series on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 6 p.m. in the Campus Center. During his […]

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Caribou area From our Files – Week of November 20, 2024

75 Years Ago – Nov. 24, 1949
Gilbert Brown celebrates 99th birthday at son’s house — Gilbert Brown observed his 99th birthday in good health Tuesday at the home of his son, John Brown, at the Brown homestead of 63 years.

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Houlton area From our Files – Week of November 20, 2024

75 Years Ago – October 4, 1949
Over 500 Take Part In Folk Dance Festival — The Folk Dance Festival, which was held at the Recreation Center, proved to be a successful undertaking. Over 549 people participated in this Festival.