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Births announced at Houlton Regional Hospital – November, 2022

The following births were recently announced at Houlton Regional Hospital.

Fireworks, Christmas lights illuminate the night skies in Houlton

The holiday season is officially underway in Houlton, following the arrival of Santa Claus for the town’s annual Holiday Light Parade.

Aroostook RSVP, Agency on Aging offers hot meal, reserved parking during parade

Taking advantage of the popularity of Presque Isle’s holiday light parade, leaders of Aroostook RSVP are serving up a hot meal prior to the upcoming event in hopes of raising money and awareness for the volunteer-driven organization.

Several hundred fed at St. Mary’s free holiday dinner

A traditional holiday menu of turkey, gravy, potatoes, squash, cranberries and pie was waiting for more than 200 expectant diners.

UMPI hosts science seminar on rare earth elements discovery

The University of Maine at Presque Isle Lunchtime Science Seminar series will host a talk by Dr. Chunzeng Wang, UMPI Professor of Earth and Environmental Sciences, on Tuesday, Nov. 29 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in Folsom Hall 201 (the GIS Lab).

Presque Isle area From our Files – Week of November 23, 2022

75 Years Ago - Nov. 20, 1947 Charles C. DeLong received an award — Charles C. DeLong, of this city, was awarded the coveted Nash Ten Point Award for outstanding automobile service as a Nash dealer.

Houlton area From our Files – Week of November 23, 2022

75 Years Ago - Nov. 20, 1947 Enrollment up in Junior Red Cross — “Enrollment in the American Junior Red Cross as of November 19 has greatly exceeded both in numbers of pupils enrolled and in contributions the 1946 record,” stated Mrs. R. Chauncey Robbins, Junior Red Cross Committee Chairman of the Southern Aroostook Chapter, American Red Cross.

Caribou area From our Files – Week of November 23, 2022

115 Years Ago - Nov. 21, 1907 Several changes being made -- C. P. Hussey is making several changes in the interior of his store, putting in a large number of shelves which will be filled with Edison records. Mr. Hussey is recognized headquarters for Edison phonographs and supplies.

Lighthouse expands homeless youth services in Aroostook

The Northern Lighthouse Inc. has been awarded a grant to begin a transitional living program for homeless youth. The program, which targets young people ages 16 to 21, will be located on 14 Main St. in Mars Hill, next to The Northern Lighthouse’s Safe Harbor Shelter.

Fort Fairfield town manager responds to concerns about library changes

Days after the Fort Fairfield Town Council voted to terminate the library director, Interim Town Manager Dan Foster assured the library board of trustees the library would remain open to the community, even with limited hours.

Broadway Kids in The County to perform ‘Frozen Jr.’ in Caribou

Some of The County's youngest performers will bring the popular Disney movie "Frozen" to life onstage at the Caribou Performing Arts Center.

Caribou Choral Society returns with holiday shows after two-year hiatus

The Caribou Choral Society will return to the stages of Caribou and Presque Isle once again after taking an extended break during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Final night for Houlton Rotary Auction

The final night of the 67th Annual Rotary Radio, TV and Internet Auction being presented by the Houlton Rotary Club will be Wednesday, Nov. 23.

The County Crossword for Nov. 23, 2022

You can complete this crossword puzzle online. Just click on the box you want to fill in and begin typing the word you think is the answer to the clue.

Reed Gallery presents ‘Warhol Revisited’

The University of Maine at Presque Isle’s Reed Art Gallery will present “Warhol Revisited,” a selection from its collection of original artworks by renowned American artist Andy Warhol, from Dec. 2 to Jan. 27, 2023. The exhibition will feature black-and-white photographs, Polaroids, and original screen prints.

Houlton Middle-High School wows crowds with annual fall musical

Showcasing impressive vocal abilities and solid acting chops, young thespians dazzled at Houlton’s Community Arts Center over the weekend for three showings of Disney’s “Freaky Friday.”

Monticello photographer celebrates women through empowered portraits

Monticello portrait photographer, Nanette Gordon, hosted a gallery show and celebration at CoworkHers on Congress Street in Portland titled, "The Empowered Portrait, Seeing and Celebrating Women over 50.”

Houlton Catholic Church offering free Thanksgiving Day dinner

Several Maine parishes are offering free community meals on Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov. 24, to which all are invited. Many parishes are also assembling Thanksgiving baskets for community members in need.

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