Education

3 months ago

School supply donation

The Presque Isle Kiwanis Club recently visited Pine Street Elementary School with a delivery of school supplies.

3 months ago

UMPI’s Libra Distinguished Lecture Series presents Dr. Andrew Dolloff

PRESQUE ISLE — The University of Maine at Presque Isle will present author and educator Dr. Andrew Dolloff as the first speaker in its 2024-25 Libra Distinguished Lecture Series on Thursday, Sept. 19 at 6 p.m. in the Campus Center. During his talk “Leading with Trust”, Dr. Dolloff will share insights and observations from his […]

3 months ago

Inaugural Washburn Athletic Hall of Fame class inducted

WASHBURN, Maine — In a momentous event that honored sporting excellence and camaraderie, the Washburn Athletic Hall of Fame conducted its inaugural banquet and induction ceremony on August 17. The evening, graced by 13 distinguished individuals and the pioneering state championship basketball team, resonated with celebration and nostalgic reflections among long-time companions. The event served […]

3 months ago

UMPI presents Homecoming 2024

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine —The University of Maine at Presque Isle will present Homecoming 2024: Spirit Week + Alumni, Friends, and Family Weekend from Sept. 9-15, featuring sporting events, the Snowy Owl Marketplace, a performance by the County Community Players and much more! The full schedule of events can be found at www.umpi.edu/alumni/homecoming. Festivities will again […]

3 months ago

Early fall enrollment up 10 percent at NMCC

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Classes at Northern Maine Community College began on Monday, August 26 and early fall enrollment is up 10 percent, marking the third consecutive year of enrollment growth. In addition to higher enrollment, the campus is operating at full residential capacity, with nearly 100 students living in student housing while pursuing credentials. […]

3 months ago

Open house and ‘Community Education Fair’ at Limestone Community School

LIMESTONE, Maine – The new year at the community school started with a lot of excitement the night of August 22 as the annual open house was held in conjunction with a “Community Educational Fair” sponsored by Limestone Community School, the Dawn F. Barnes Elementary School in Caswell and the Limestone Rotary Club. About 325 […]

3 months ago

The County Federal Credit Union awards scholarships

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine —The County Federal Credit Union awards scholarships to nine graduates who will further their education in the 2024-25 academic year. For over 26 years, The County has awarded nearly $160,000 in scholarship money to local students. Amelia Bate graduated from Easton High School and will attend the University of Maine at Orono […]

3 months ago

UMPI announces LevelUP program for Maine community college grads

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine —To support Maine community college graduates aiming to “level up” with a bachelor’s degree and open doors to new economic opportunities, the University of Maine at Presque Isle has established LevelUP, a new tuition incentive program. Maine community college graduates taking advantage of Transfer ME, the new guaranteed admission agreement between the […]