Living

5 years ago

Fun Run is alternative to Can-Am Crown

Like most activities in the country the Can Am Crown International Sled Dog Races for 2021 were cancelled by COVID-19, but now the organization has come up with a virtual race to take the edge off for organizers and mushers until they can run again for real in 2022. 

5 years ago

Former teacher reflects on a century of Aroostook County experiences

Rachel Burden, a resident of Leisure Village in Presque Isle, celebrated her 100th birthday on Feb. 18 by doing what she loves best — spending time with family and sharing stories that span from her childhood to her post-retirement days as a locally published writer.

5 years ago

Diocese of Portland launches special Lent website section

Lent, which begins Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Thursday, is a period of spiritual renewal that helps us prepare for the celebration of the Paschal mystery of Christ — that is, his passion, death and resurrection.

5 years ago

Limestone planning ‘Winter Fun Day’

Ice skating, snowshoeing, music, hot dog roasting, painting and even a bonfire will be offered at Limestone’s Winter Fun Day event on Feb. 27.

5 years ago

Caribou’s 2021 events face an uncertain future

The future of Caribou’s annual events, like Thursdays on Sweden, the city-wide yard sale and the Caribou Marathon, is still uncertain this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but city events and marketing coordinator Christina Kane-Gibson is hopeful for the future.

5 years ago

Learning game makes improving balance more fun

Bingocize, a unique program that combines the popular board game with  exercises specifically developed to improve stability and balance for older persons, will soon be offered  in Aroostook County.