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Deerfield, D.O. joins AMHC as medical director/psychiatrist

Ellen Bemis, CEO of Aroostook Mental Health Services Inc. has announced that Laurie Deerfield, D.O., has joined AMHC as its medical director/psychiatrist.

Limestone recognizes two new businesses

Main Street Outlet and County Lock & Key are among two of four new businesses in Limestone this year, and were both formally recognized by the Limestone Development Foundation/Chamber on April 15.

Career collaborative offers college and career resources

The Maine Compass Career Collaborative virtual experience will open to all of Maine’s middle and high school students, free of charge, on April 26.

McLaughlin named Homeless Services of Aroostook general manager

Homeless Services of Aroostook is pleased to announce the addition of Lisa McLaughlin to Aroostook County as general manager.

New option in radiation treatment begins at AR Gould Hospital

Northern Light AR Gould Hospital is proud to announce a new treatment option available for certain cancer patients. Stereotactic body radiation therapy is an advanced, high-tech treatment option to add to the hospital’s arsenal against cancer.

Retail marijuana shop to open in Presque Isle

The Presque Isle City Council unanimously approved the city’s first retail marijuana license during last week’s city council meeting after there were no public hearing comments or objections.

AMHC expands adult crisis stabilization services in Presque Isle

Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has opened an expanded adult crisis stabilization unit at 180 Academy Street in Presque Isle.

New president of the Southern Aroostook Agricultural Museum

Paul Klein (left) has been voted in as president of the Southern Aroostook Agricultural Museum. He and his wife Cathy moved to Littleton several years ago from New Jersey.

Maine Public Utilities Commission observes Safe Digging Month

In observance of National Safe Digging Month in April, as proclaimed by Gov. Janet Mills, the Maine Public Utilities Commission reminds Mainers of the dangers of digging without knowing the location of underground utilities.

Page joins Acadia FCU as Ashland branch manager

Acadia Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce that Gregory Page has been hired as branch manager for their Ashland location.

Burger Boy to honor late former employee with upcoming reopening

Burger Boy, a fixture in Caribou since 1968, will reopen for the season on April 30 with a new kitchen and bathrooms, and new uniforms honoring former employee Kacie Haney, who died in a car crash on June 5.

Opening day

Reagan Perfitt passes out a cone at the Houlton Farms Dairy Bar in Houlton Saturday on opening day.

AARP Tax-Aide shortens hours at Caribou VFW

The AARP Tax-Aide group at the VFW Hall in Caribou began shorter hours on March 30, continuing until tax season is ended.

UScellular names Ketch agent development manager for Central and Northern Maine

US Cellular has promoted Matt Ketch to agent development manager at the company's agent retail locations across central and northern Maine.

Brown hits 5,000 vehicle sales

A major accomplishment recently occurred in the showroom at York’s of Houlton.

Houlton Alumni Association offering grants to former students

A new program is available for Houlton High School Alumni looking to obtain or upgrade their skills for a job or needing tools for their chosen profession.

Presque Isle company celebrates upgrade of LifeFlight helicopter fleet

MMG Insurance Company joined LifeFlight of Maine on March 30 at Northern Light AR Gould Hospital in Presque Isle to celebrate the upgrade to LifeFlight’s helicopter fleet with the addition of two new aircraft.

ACAP to assist local residents connect to the Marketplace

Aroostook County Action Program provides free services to help connect individuals and families to health insurance through the Marketplace. To take advantage of these increased savings and decreased expenses, consumers who decide on enrolling in Marketplace coverage through Healthcare.gov should now do so.

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