Living

5 years ago

Bishop Deeley celebrates Mass of the Holy Oils in Caribou

Bishop Robert Deeley celebrated the Mass of the Holy Oils on March 31 in Caribou with priests, deacons and parishioners from northern and eastern Maine parishes. During the Mass, oils that will be used in the sacraments during the upcoming year were distributed to priests to take back to their communities.

5 years ago

New Sweden Midsommar festival to go virtual this year

New Sweden’s annual Midsommar festival, which highlights Swedish traditions, and Hundrafemtio (150th anniversary) celebrations are once again placed on hold this year due to uncertainties surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. 

5 years ago

Presque Isle Farmers Market gearing up for spring opening

It takes a lot of love to sustain a local farmers market. And as Deena Albert Parks talks about her eight-year journey with the Presque Isle Farmers Market, it all comes back to the basics of providing healthy local foods and products to the community.

5 years ago

Wintergreen to feature Perham artist’s work

Wintergreen Arts Center is featuring local photographer and musician Janice Santos in April.  The opening reception of her show will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on April 2, during Presque Isle’s First Friday Art Walk.