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MSSM alumnus leading state branch of national telehealth effort

Maine School of Science and Mathematics Class of 2020 graduate Jay Philbrick is now the state director and advocacy lead for Telehealth Access for Seniors.

DOT chooses United Airlines for Presque Isle Airport two-year contract

United Airlines will continue to provide essential air service to Presque Isle International Airport for the next two years.

New Presque Isle Tex Mex restaurant wants to spread across Maine

Pronto Burrito may not open at Aroostook Centre Mall until early July, but the company president already has huge plans for the Tex Mex restaurant.

Company to give book to high school seniors

Barresi Financial Inc. of Presque Isle has announced that they will donate a special book to all Aroostook County High School Seniors as a graduation present.

Shrine Clowns visit Valley to spread cheer

NorState Federal Credit Union’s Music in the Park 2020 invited the Anah Temple Shrine Clowns to come to the St. John Valley on Saturday, May 16, to bring cheer and laughter to elderly shut-ins in local nursing homes, assisted living facilities and around town for the young and young-at-heart.

Agency on Aging offers programs on well-being

Aroostook Agency on Aging is launching two new programs intended to improve the physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being of older citizens.

Aroostook CA$H Coalition to re-open tax prep services

The Aroostook CA$H Coalition, sponsored by The County Federal Credit Union, will begin Phase 2 of its free tax preparation services Tuesday, June 2.

Cary Medical Center transitions to in-house security force to enhance safety

Cary Medical Center has transitioned from a private security firm to an in-house security force, with the goal of enhancing patient and staff safety.

AMHC and Healthy You Highlight Mental Health Awareness Month in May

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc. (AMHC) is pleased to participate in a series of community conversations with Healthy You, a program of Cary Medical Center in Caribou.

Cross-country, track athlete praise Houlton Rotarians for assistance

Houlton Rotary Club’s online meetings are becoming more commonplace. The club conducted its seventh online meeting on May 18, since the onslaught of COVID-19.

New thrift store opens along Broadway in Houlton

A new thrift store has opened along Broadway in Houlton, selling a wide variety of products such as old movies, books and action figures, alongside things like furniture and kitchen appliances.

Pines welcomes new OB/GYN provider

Pines Health Services has announced that Dr. Justin Salerno has joined its team of obstetrics and gynecological care providers.

Rotarians enjoy virtual tour of Houlton’s past

The Houlton Rotary Club held their sixth Zoom meeting on Monday, May 11. Everyone seems to be getting more accustomed to the virtual meetings, and the sight of those little squares of faces is becoming more familiar every week.

Mapleton man joins board

ENFIELD, Connecticut -- Farm Credit East, a customer-owned cooperative lender, has announced the results of its recent director elections and board reorganization meeting.

Boys & Girls Clubs launch relief fund

Boys & Girls Clubs of Border Towns, based in Presque Isle, Houlton and Perry, have begun a fundraising campaign aimed at supporting COVID-19 relief efforts in Aroostook and Washington counties.

Presque Isle welcomes new garden business

The Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce celebrated the grand opening of Haney's Garden Center

Company gives $10,000 to local relief efforts

MMG Insurance recently donated $10,000 to the Aroostook County Action Program to assist children and families in Aroostook County experiencing COVID-19-related hardship.

Communities cancel 2020 flower project

The Main Street flower project for Patten and Island Falls has been canceled for this year in light of COVID-19 precautions.

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