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After a year of waiting, Smyrna Mills boy finally gets his Make-a-Wish

When 10-year-old John-David Therrien of Smyrna Mills got in the car on Friday with his parents, Paul and Joann, he thought he was going on a regular shopping trip to Walmart.

Northern Maine Fair to bring smaller-scale fun

It might be a little shorter this year, but the upcoming Northern Maine Fair promises to pack its four days with something for all ages, from things with motors to agricultural exhibits to favorite foods, all in the name of old-fashioned family fun.

Dorcas Sewing Sisters craft dresses for Moldova

The Dorcas Sewing Sisters have once again crafted an array of dresses to send to underprivileged countries.

UMaine Extension program coming to Monticello to teach young people about farming

The University of Maine Cooperative Extension program wants to introduce young people across the state to the processes behind modern farming, and Corey Farms in Monticello is one of the places they plan to do it.

U.S. Route 1 will be closed July 31 for Monticello’s 175th parade

Motorists looking to travel through the community of Monticello should take note that a section of U.S. Route 1 will be closed Saturday, July 31, to allow for the town’s 175th celebration.

Mike and Heidi Victory Ride/Walk features 50 motorcycles

Perfect riding weather and a strong turnout marked the 8th anniversary of the Mike and Heidi Victory Ride/Walk -- a memorial ride for Mike Kitchen and Heidi Pratt.

What’s Happening in the Houlton area – Week of July 21, 2021

Wednesday, July 21 ONLINE: Savvy Caregiver, free Zoom class offered by Aroostook Agency on Aging, 6-8 p.m. For family caregivers. Call 764-3396 or 1-800-439-1789 to pre-register and receive a link.

What’s Happening in the Caribou area – Week of July 21, 2021

Wednesday, July 21 CARIBOU: Affected Others group, 10 a.m. at Roads to Recovery, 1 Water St. FMI: sholton@amhc.org, KaytlynRobbins@amhc.org or rspencer@amhc.org.

What’s Happening the in Presque Isle area – Week of July 21 2021

Wednesday, July 21 PRESQUE ISLE: Free class, Family Cooking, 5-7 p.m. at the Northern Maine Community College teaching kitchen, sponsored by NMCC, A.R. Gould Hospital and ACAP. Part 1. Part 2 next week.

Caribou area From our Files – Week of July 21, 2021

115 Years Ago - July 17, 1906 Hot weather grows big spuds -- During the hot summer showers the potatoes got away from the farmer; several fields were too big to hoe and many of the fields are in blossom already.

Houlton area From our Files – Week of July 21, 2021

100 Years Ago -July 21, 1921 Storm damages barn -- During the shower last Thursday evening the barn of Horace Stewart’s on the Bangor Road was struck by lightning, tearing off shingles and timbers from the barn. But at least it didn't catch fire.

Presque Isle area From our Files – Week of July 21, 2021

75 Years Ago - July 18, 1946 Aucoin is Maine Maritime graduate -- Among the 101 graduates of the Maine Maritime Academy at Castine, receiving Ensign’s commissions June 29, was Leonard L. Aucoin, son of Mr. and Mrs. Luby Aucoin of 271 State St. of this city. Ensign Aucoin was born in Presque Isle and attended the local schools.

Cary Medical Center and Pines Health Services welcome Two LIC program participants

Cary Medical Center and Pines Health Services are excited to announce the arrival of participants in the Maine Track MD Program, Wendy Goldman and Jacob MacDonald, to the Pines and Cary team for their nine-month Longitudinal Integrated Clerkships.

The County Crossword Puzzle for July 21, 2021

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.

Island Falls Summerfest returns with sizzling events

The town of Island Falls is looking to restore widespread community sports for all things summer as officials gear up for the popular Summerfest.

Loring Timing Association celebrates 10,000 sprints at annual bike and car land speed races

A mile and a half in less than 30 seconds -- that’s how fast the quickest racers were completing the course at the former Loring Air Force Base during Loring Timing Association’s 12th annual land speed races.

Caribou man to become city’s youngest ever library director

Peter Baldwin will become Caribou Library’s new director this August. At 25, he will be the youngest person to ever hold the position, and the first man.

Aroostook County sees 7 new cases of COVID-19 in one day

Aroostook County is undergoing a small uptick in COVID-19 cases, with seven new cases reported by the Maine Center for Disease Control, bringing the total number of active cases in The County to 18.

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