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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.

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.

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.

Baby formula shortage strengthens breastfeeding option

The national shortage of baby formula is creating anxiety for families and increasing the focus on the benefits of breastfeeding. Cary Medical Center’s Obstetrics Unit encourages new moms to breastfeed and had a 75 percent breastfeeding initiation rate in 2021.

Northern Lighthouse, Inc. receives a $5,000 grant to support Safe Harbor Shelter

The Northern Lighthouse, Inc. recently received a $5,000 grant from Versant Power to support Safe Harbor Shelter, an all-inclusive emergency shelter for homeless youth ages 10-17 in Aroostook County.

Maine Mutual Group holds annual meeting

The annual meeting of Maine Mutual Group was held on April 13 at the company’s corporate headquarters in Presque Isle. Larry M. Shaw, president & chief executive officer announced, after a vote by policyholders present and by proxy, that the following directors were elected to a new three-year term: Samuel W. Collins, Jean M. Deighan and Larry M. Shaw.

MECASA recognizes Page with Advancing the Mission Award

Maine Coalition Against Sexual Assault announced the recipients of the 2022 MECASA Awards – given annually to people and organizations whose work has had a significant statewide impact on the services and policies that support survivors of sexual violence in Maine.

Griffeth Honda celebrates new location

Griffeth Honda recently held their grand opening at their new location at 130 Main St. in Presque Isle, along with a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce.

Chamber gearing up to bring the berries

The Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Strawberry Shortcake Day on Thursday, June 16.

Financial group celebrates local graduates

Thompson Financial Group is proud to announce three of their employees have recently completed their degrees at the University of Maine at Presque Isle and will remain in the area as employees of TFG, working out of the Presque Isle office.

Cary Medical Center and Pines Health Services welcome two LIC program participants

Cary Medical Center and Pines Health Services are excited to announce the arrival of participants in the Maine Track MD Program, Bailey Urbach and MacKenzie MacRae, to the Pines and Cary team for their nine-month Longitudinal Integrated Clerkships.

Agency on Aging online and in-person events

The Aroostook Agency on Aging staff and volunteers offer these upcoming educational and enjoyable events in May.

Cary Medical Center awarded Accreditation from The Joint Commission

Cary Medical Center has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for the Hospital Accreditation Program by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards.

Brewfest makes triumphant return to Shiretown

After three cancellations in the past two years, beer lovers could finally sample the latest in microbrews at the annual Blackfly Brewfest in Houlton.

Aroostook Retired Educator Association announces summer meetings

At the April 26 meeting of the AREA board, the dates and locations of the summer meetings were finalized. The first meeting will be held June 21 at the Southern Aroostook Agricultural Museum in Littleton.

Katahdin Bankshares reports Q1 results

Katahdin Bankshares Corp., parent company of Katahdin Trust Company, as announced first-quarter earnings of $1.8 million, or $0.54 per common share.

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