Community

3 weeks ago

Peace of mind in a disaster

We hope everyone has had the chance to get out and enjoy the beautiful summer days that we have had. 

3 weeks ago

Lions gear up for Balloon Fest

The Mapleton Lions Club’s Lions Den will be open Friday and Saturday, Aug. 28 and 29, at the Crown of Maine Balloon Fest on the Northern Maine Fairgrounds in Presque Isle. 

3 weeks ago

Peace Park Pavilion dedicated to honor Powers

The Peace Park Committee announced the dedication of the newly completed Peace Park Pavilion in honor of Tom Powers, a cherished community member and tireless advocate for the revitalization of Presque Isle, including the Peace Park project.

3 weeks ago

Pines earns 5th Best Places to Work nod

Pines Health Services has once again earned recognition as one of the Best Places to Work in Maine, marking the fifth time, and the third year in row, the organization has received this prestigious distinction.

3 weeks ago

Cary named a Best Place to Work for 6th year

Cary Medical Center has once again been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Maine, marking the sixth consecutive year the organization has earned this prestigious distinction.

3 weeks ago

PAWS Pet of the Week – Katissa

Some cats are beautiful. Some are affectionate. Every once in a while, you meet one who’s both. PAWS of Fort Kent presents Katissa, a 2-year-old long haired tortie.

3 weeks ago

Washburn sailor supports Navy fighter jet mission

Every sailor’s story of naval service is unique. For Command Master Chief Conrad Hunt, his story has ties to Washburn, where he learned skills and values that are foundational to success in the Navy.

3 weeks ago

Presque Isle society relaunches historical tour

It’s been almost 20 years since they were originally installed, but the green historic markers that comprise Presque Isle Historical Society’s self-guided walking tour of the historic downtown are back and even better than before.  

4 weeks ago

Fort Kent Community High School Class of 1961 surpasses goal to endow UMFK scholarship

FORT KENT, Maine – The Fort Kent Community High School Class of 1961 celebrated its 65th reunion July 31 by surpassing an ambitious fundraising goal to endow a University of Maine at Fort Kent scholarship honoring their late classmate, Dr. Nelson Madore. The class raised $7,093 through its Legacy65 campaign, exceeding its $5,000 goal by […]