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Brambleberry Market going strong for over 10 years

For over a decade, downtown Caribou’s Brambleberry Market has thrived, offering a varied mix of products ranging from scarves, jewelry, maple syrup, books, shirts, cards, and more.

County Federal Credit Union celebrates 65 years in banking

With 65 years of banking experience, the folks at the County Federal Credit Union provide a wealth of financial expertise for both commercial and residential banking needs.

Irish Setter Pub celebrates 15 years of community, building relationships

When Deborah Gustin was hired as the general manager of the Irish Setter Pub soon after its 2006 opening, she had no idea that only two years later she would become its owner.

Agency on Aging promotes Walsh to manager of nutrition services

Erin S. Walsh has been recently promoted to manager of nutrition services at the Aroostook Agency on Aging. In her new role, Walsh oversees and supports nutrition services provided through Meals on Wheels, Congregate Dining and the Senior Commodity Program throughout northern Maine.

Long-time Cary physician dies in Southern Maine

Pedro “Pete” Simon, M.D., a longtime vascular/thoracic surgeon at Cary Memorial and then the new Cary Medical Center died peacefully at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough on Jan. 23 from complications of Waldenström’s macroglobulinemia, a rare blood disease. He was 82

Agency on Aging promotes Beaulieu to manager of volunteer services

Sherry Beaulieu has been recently promoted to manager of volunteer services at the Aroostook Agency on Aging. In her new role, Beaulieu oversees volunteer recruitment efforts for Agency programs and coordinates the AmeriCorps RSVP network.

Special contract provision could help businesses during unprecedented times

When the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in a statewide lockdown almost a year ago, many business owners were left to wonder if the financial hardships they experienced could reasonably excuse them from contracts that they were no longer in a position to fulfill.

Designer earns certification for kitchen and bath design

Lisa Plourde, designer at S.W. Collins Co., has earned the Certified Kitchen and Bathroom Designer (CKBD) credential with the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), the leading trade association for the kitchen and bath industry.

Northeast Paving nets national award for Route 1 project

The Presque Isle branch of Northeast Paving, a paving and construction company with various locations in the northeastern U.S., recently received the Quality in Construction Award from the National Asphalt Pavement Association.

Ameriprise ribbon cutting

A ribbon cutting was held at Ameriprise Financial, Martin & Browning, Financial Advisors in Presque Isle, hosted by the Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce.

Bank promotes officer and appraisal department manager

Katahdin Trust has announced the promotion of Sue Fox to officer and appraisal department manager.

Caribou and Presque Isle Inn owner loses long battle with illness

Kevin Simmons, who owned the Caribou and Presque Isle Inn and Convention Centers, lost a 15-year-long battle to illness on Jan. 16.

Maine CASA to hold online training March 23-26

Interested in advocating for the best interests of a Maine child? The Maine Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program is holding its spring training for volunteer advocates on March 23-26.

Credit union offers $6,000 in scholarships to 2021 seniors

As a financial institution invested in their communities and neighbors, Acadia Federal Credit Union has announced it will award $6,000 in scholarships to area high school seniors.

Brookside Inn opens Houlton takeout

“Home cooked food, the way food should be,” is the mantra of Brookside Inn owner Damian Watson.

Cell carrier names regional manager

UScellular has named Tabatha McKay as area vice president/general manager of retail sales and operations for its New England Region.

AMHC’s Center for Integrated Neuro Rehab receives three-year accreditation

Center for Integrated Neuro Rehab, a program of Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has been reissued a three-year accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities.

Presque Isle food bank donation

The Presque Isle Rotary Club recently participated in a major donation to Maine food banks.

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