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33rd annual light parade illuminates Main Street in Presque Isle

The freezing rain that delayed the 33rd annual Light Parade did little to dampen spirits when the event finally was held on Dec. 4.

Caribou Riverfront Renaissance Committee receives donation

On Nov. 28 the Caribou Riverfront Renaissance Committee was presented with a major donation of $2,000 from Walmart.

Putnam House Senior Center under new leadership

It has been a difficult few years for the Putnam House Senior Center, but a new influx of volunteers hopes to bring the group to new heights.

Limestone embraces the magic of Christmas with annual parade

There wasn't much snow on the ground, but that did not stop Limestone residents from getting into the holiday spirit Sunday evening.

Parkinson’s Disease support group meets monthly

A support group for people living with Parkinson’s Disease continues to meet in The County. The group meets once a month at The Sargent Community Center in Presque Isle.

Daigle Oil Company to build a tunnel car wash in Presque Isle

Daigle Oil Company, headquartered in Fort Kent, announced that it purchased the former Burger King property located on Main Street in Presque Isle, with plans to construct a state-of-the-art express tunnel car wash to serve the greater Central Aroostook area.

UMPI softball team to host ‘Kids Night Out’ Sunday

The UMPI softball team will be hosting a “Kids Night Out” on Sunday, Dec. 4 from 2-4 p.m. at Gentile Hall. Drop your kids off for a few hours of games, crafts, and fun with the softball players.

China Photo Exhibition at Mark and Emily Turner Memorial Public Library

The China Photo Exhibition will continue at the Mark and Emily Turner Memorial Public Library, Akeley Gallery through Dec. 30. The exhibit features an artistic and educational photo exhibition of personal photos by Presque Isle’s Lewis Sandler who lived in China for nearly 30 years.

Historical society to hold magical seventh annual Victorian Christmas celebration

Presque Isle Historical Society’s Secretary/Treasurer Kim Smith said, “For me, Christmas has always been a magical time of year. This year, we all need some magic in our lives. Presque Isle Historical Society invites you to its seventh annual Victorian Christmas at the Estey.

Houlton area From our Files – Week of November 30, 2022

75 Years Ago - Nov. 27, 1947 Teams tied in women’s bowling league — At the end of the fifth week of bowling in the women’s bowling league, sponsored by the Houlton Recreation Department, the Democrats and Elks are still tied for the No. 1 position with a total of 17 points each.

Presque Isle area From our Files – Week of November 30, 2022

75 Years Ago - November 27, 1947 Anderson boosted the 1948 potato goal — An increase of 5 percent over 1947 potato acreage was among Secretary of Agriculture Clinton Anderson’s 1948 farm production goals. Although the emphasis in 1948 goals was on grains, both bread grains and livestock feed, the broad program for the coming year called for continuation of high wartime levels of farm production.

Caribou area From our Files – Week of November 30, 2022

115 Years Ago - Nov. 28, 1907 New streetlights -- Three new streetlights have been placed on Broadway during the past week, on the corner of Limestone street near the B. & A. crossing, and it is useless to add that they will be appreciated by residents of that section of the village.

Gentle Memorial Building in need of chimney replacement

A costly, but much-needed chimney replacement will soon be in the works for the town’s recreation center.

Hodgdon Middle/High School reveals first quarter honor roll for 2022-23

Hodgdon Middle-High School Assistant Principal Lacey McQuarrie has announced that the following students have been lauded for their academic excellence for the first quarter of the 2022-23 school year.

Northern Light AR Gould Primary Care and Pediatric Practices introduce patient self-scheduling option

Earlier this month, Northern Light AR Gould Hospital introduced patient self-scheduling at its primary care and pediatrics practices.

Belle Isle Books publishes Zuras’ fourth book

University of Maine at Presque Isle Professor of English and Creative Writing Richard Lee Zuras has a new book — his fourth — that will be released on Dec. 7. “Mining Your Past: A Creative Writing Professor’s Guide: Writing Stories, Poetry, & Song Lyrics,” published by Belle Isle Books, will be available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Washburn boys sportsmanship award

Both the Washburn boys and girls teams earned the Maine Principals Association Sportsmanship Awards this fall.

Aroostook RSVP honors volunteers for service

“Homestyle Country Farm” was the theme for Aroostook RSVP’s recent recognition celebration held at the Aroostook Shrine Club.

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