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Caribou area From our Files – Week of June 1, 2022

115 Years Ago - May 30, 1907 Returned from trip -- W. R. Smith of the firm Hines & Smith Company returned Friday from a trip to Patten, Sherman Mills, Houlton, Bridgewater, Monticello and Mars Hill where he had been on a business trip, calling on the agents of the company in the towns named.

Washburn District High School names top students for class of 2022

Washburn District High School Principal and Superintendent Larry Worcester has announced the honor parts for the Class of 2022. This year’s valedictorian is Kevin Nader, while Hannah White is salutatorian; Layla Harris is first honor essayist; and Trinity Bartlett is second honor essayist.

NorState FCU awarded League Social Responsibility Award

The Maine Credit Union League’s 84th annual convention was held on May 13 in Portland. During this time, credit union representatives from across the state come together to network and share their experiences.

Presque Isle dentist elected president of Maine Dental Association Board

Dr. Norma Desjardins, who directs a private nonprofit dental practice in Presque Isle, is the new president of the Maine Dental Association Board of Directors. She was voted into the position by MDA members at the organization’s annual business meeting, which was held on May 21.

Houlton High School senior is awarded Elks Legacy Scholarship

Samantha Johnson of Houlton is the 2022 recipient of the Legacy Scholarship from The Elks National Foundation.

From the Bunkers – Week of May 26, 2022

Over the long Memorial Day weekend, the Houlton Community Golf Course will be busy with many golfers enjoying a round or two of golf.

Presque Isle to celebrate Memorial Day

The Star City will once again pay homage to the many men and women who gave their lives serving their country.

Katahdin Bankshares Corp. announces dividend

Katahdin Bankshares Corp. (OTCQX: KTHN), the parent company of Katahdin Trust Company, a community bank founded in 1918 serving northern Maine and the greater Bangor and Portland regions, announced that it has declared a cash dividend of $0.138 per share for the second quarter of 2022.

Houlton Bangor Savings Bank undergoes makeover

After several months of renovations, the lobby of Houlton’s Bangor Savings Bank is now complete.

Caribou, Stockholm residents approve $20.8 million budget for RSU 39

Residents of RSU 39 (Caribou and Stockholm) voted Wednesday to approve a budget of $20,826,248 for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.

Candidates Stewart and Underwood should answer constituent questions

To the editor: I wrote to Maine Sen. Trey Stewart, R-Presque Isle, and Maine Rep. Joseph Underwood, R-Presque Isle, on April 25, asking whether they planned any public meetings to discuss what they have done in their current positions, and what they hope to accomplish should they be reelected.

Memorial Day services planned for Houlton

Veterans and their families will be lauded in Houlton Monday, May 30, as part of the town’s annual Memorial Day celebration.

Houlton’s University of Maine system recognizes graduates

A celebration was held May 12 at the Houlton Higher Education Center to recognize University of Maine System graduates who had a connection to the Houlton Center.

Future of Nylander Museum up for debate once again in Caribou

Prior to COVID-19, the Nylander Museum of Natural History had gone from barely seeing foot traffic to hosting educational events that attracted hundreds of community members.

Houlton cemeteries decorated for the holiday

Houlton’s St. Mary’s Cemetery and Soldier Hill were once again adorned with hundreds of American Flags thanks to the efforts of local high school students.

Wintergreen to feature local artist Sanipass in June

Local artist Caitlin Sanipass is Wintergreen Art Center’s featured artist for the month of June. Her opening reception will be held on Friday, June 3, from 6 to 8 p.m. during Presque Isle’s First Friday Art Walk.

Baptist Park prepares for 90 years of camping

This summer the Baptist Park in Mapleton will celebrate 90 years of camping and Christian education. In 1932, Rev. A.C. Berrie founded “The Baptist School of Christian Training” in Mapleton. Rev. Berrie became the first dean of the school.

Presque Isle area From our Files – Week of May 25, 2022

75 Years Ago - May 22, 1947 Brown received a 35-year service award — Harold Brown, manager of the Caribou - Presque Isle area of the New England Telephone & Telegraph Co., received an emblem signifying 35 years of service with the telephone company.

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