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Rotarian speaks on Cambodia trips

The Houlton Rotary Club met Monday, Dec. 30 for its regular meeting and were treated to a presentation by fellow Rotarian Ted Sussman on his recent trip to Cambodia.

RSU 50 board will meet Monday, Jan. 13 |

DYER BROOK, Maine — The RSU 50 board of directors will meet at 6:30 p.

Nominations open for 13th Young Professionals Institute

The region’s premier leadership development training experience is back with an eight-week schedule of fast-paced and interactive learning.

8th annual Purple Pinkie Project a success

The University of Maine at Presque Isle and the Presque Isle Rotary Club have declared their eighth annual Purple Pinkie Project, held on World Polio Day, a success.

Presque Isle area business Year in Review for 2019

The following is the second of two articles highlighting some of the top business stories from 2019. This article highlights the events from July to December.

Kiwanis effort brings holiday gifts to local families

The Kiwanis Club of Presque Isle recently completed their annual Community Christmas Project, helping parents shop for their children.

Hospital earns gold for being tobacco-free

Northern Light AR Gould Hospital has once again been recognized for its excellence in creating a tobacco-free environment for patients, employees, and the community.

NMDC receives $500,000 to assist entrepreneurs

Northern Maine Development Commission recently announced it has been awarded $500,000 in financial assistance from the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Community Development Financial Institutions Fund.

Part 2 of Caribou area business Year in Review

The following is the second of two articles highlighting some of the top business stories from 2019. This article highlights events from July through December.

Bakery opens in Mars Hill

Rosie's The County Bakery, located at 125 Presque Isle Rd. in Mars Hill, recently celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce.

Operation Homefront delivers happy holidays

During the month of November and the first week of December, customers at Dollar Tree stores in Caribou and Presque Isle were asked if they wished to purchase a toy for children of current military personnel and veterans.

Houlton area Business Year in Review 2019 (Part 1)

The following is the first of two articles highlighting some of the top business stories from 2019. This article highlights events from January to June.

UCU announces new CEO

The board of directors of University Credit Union has announced Renee Ouellette, CPA, as the credit union’s new president and CEO.

Credit unions, ACAP tackle hunger in ‘Souper Bowl’

Members of the Aroostook Chapter of Maine Credit Unions are facing off in the “Souper Bowl of Caring” to help stock local community cupboards and some food pantries throughout region to keep people fed this winter.

Limestone baby is hospital’s 200th born in 2019

A family from Limestone had an extra special gift under their Christmas tree this year with the birth of their new baby girl, which represented the 200th delivery at Cary Medical Center for 2019.

NMDC hires entrepreneurial development manager

Northern Maine Development Commission (NMDC) has announced the hiring of Brandon McDonald as program manager for entrepreneurial development.

New Ventures offers Business Basics class

New Ventures Maine will offer a free three-session business planning class in Presque Isle beginning Wednesday, Jan. 15.

Free class on money management in Presque Isle

Starting Tuesday, Jan. 7, New Ventures will offer My Money Works: Tools for Smart Money Choices, a free five-week class to help participants stretch their money, pay bills, reduce debt, find money for savings, plan for retirement and set personal financial goals.

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