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Births at Cary Medical Center for July 2022

The following births were recently announced at Cary Medical Center:

Caribou Public Library to host care presentation

The Caribou Public Library will host a special informational session with Cary Medical Center Health Educator, Nancy Holmquist from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 24, and Thursday, Aug. 25.

Presque Isle area From our Files – Week of August 17, 2022

75 Years Ago - Aug. 14, 1947 Eighty attended Aroostook and Florida picnic — More than 80 attended the Aroostook-Florida picnic at the Aroostook Valley Park. Mrs. Charles Jameson was chairman of the program, which included group singing led by George P. Findlen of Fort Fairfield, piano-accordion selections by Janet Higgins of Mapleton, an address by Clifford McIntire of Perham, and humorous readings by Mrs. Charles Everett, Mars Hill.

Houlton area From our Files – Week of August 17, 2022

75 Years Ago - Aug. 14, 1947 Diamond will be dedicated to Bob Ruth — The Houlton Town Council voted at a meeting Monday evening to name the new baseball field at Community Park in honor of Robert M. Ruth, former star athlete at Houlton High School, who was killed in action in France, July 29, 1944.

Caribou area From our Files – Week of August 17, 2022

115 Years Ago - Aug. 15, 1907 Adding on to the business -- The L. J. Sherwood Co. has decided to add a boot and shoe department to their already large stock. They have engaged an experienced and competent manager and salesman for this department, Wallace E. Clark, who will begin work next week.

The County Crossword for Aug. 17, 2022

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New horse show ring attracts attention at fair

Horses and riders tried out a new arena in a place closer to the crowds during this year’s Northern Maine Fair.

Families flock to Caribou for weekend of kid-friendly activities

The newly expanded Caribou Cares About Kids festival gave local families plenty of reasons to spend quality time together.

Fair draws crowds to four days of events

Fairgoers packed the grounds for the 167th Northern Maine Fair, which concluded its four-day run Sunday night.

Presque Isle area From our Files – Week of August 10, 2022

75 Years Ago - August 7, 1947 On first voyage — James Cyr, son of Mr. and Mrs. Homer E. Cyr of this city, sailed from New York as third engineer of the American Export Lines’ Southwestern Victory, bound for India.

Houlton area From our Files – Week of August 10, 2022

75 Years Ago - August 7, 1947 Commended for outstanding work — The Houlton Fire Department recently received a letter of commendation for the work they have done in firefighting the past year. The letter was sent by Arnold Peabody, acting chairman of the Town Council, and said, “Chief and Members of the Houlton Fire Department, Gentlemen:

Caribou area From our Files – Week of August 10, 2022

115 Years Ago - Aug. 8 1907 Improvements being made -- Tornquist Brothers have made several changes and improvements in their store, partitioning off an office and also painting the counters and shelves. Miss Albena Caughey is employed as the bookkeeper.

The County Crossword for Aug. 10, 2022

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VFW inducts local members into Vietnam memorial

Members of the Lister-Knowlton VFW post in Caribou and the president of the VFW Auxiliary recently traveled to Washington, D.C., to induct two of their comrades into the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Program.

Island Falls closes out 150th celebration with massive parade

It seems only fitting that one of the largest parades in the town’s history closed out the Island Falls 150th birthday celebration Sunday afternoon.

Danforth celebrates annual Summerfest

It was a time to salute all things summer in the community of Danforth over the weekend as the town celebrated its annual Summerfest.

Jackson to host veterans town hall meeting in Caribou

Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, will host a veterans town hall meeting in Caribou on Sunday, Aug. 14 to provide updates on efforts to support the Caribou Veterans Home, protect rural VA clinics and bolster benefits for veterans.

Houlton Peanut Carnival signals end of summer recreation programs

A new king and queen were crowned at the 65th annual Houlton Peanut Carnival Thursday evening at the Gentle Memorial Building.

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