Community

7 months ago

‘Season of Creation’ celebrated at ecumenical service

HOULTON, Maine — An ecumenical service celebrating the beginning of the “Season of Creation” was held at the United Methodist Church in Houlton — where Pastor Victor Han invited the faithful to take shelter from thunderstorms — on Friday, Aug. 29.  Organized by the Church of the Good Shepherd, the service included people from local […]

7 months ago

Teaching your dog recall

The Animal Welfare Society in Kennebunk is a truly wonderful organization that provides loving and caring service to many animals. I had a relative who used to work and volunteer there to help teach educational classes to the youth and bring awareness of being a responsible pet owner. 

7 months ago

Skyhaven opens new gazebo

Aroostook Mental Health Services Inc., also known as AMHC, hosted a ribbon cutting  ceremony at Skyhaven Residential in Presque Isle on Aug. 18 to honor the community members who made the facility’s new gazebo possible.

7 months ago

PAWS Pet of the Week – Romeo

Are you looking for a companion who will fill your home with warmth and affection? Look no further than Romeo, PAWS of Fort Kent’s charming 11-year-old.

7 months ago

Mapleton plans annual ham dinner

At the Aug. 25 meeting of the Haystack Historical Society, plans were finalized for their annual baked ham dinner to be held on Sept. 20.  

7 months ago

Anonymous friend donates $15,000 to Fort Kent Public Library

FORT KENT, Maine – The Fort Kent Public Library received a $15,000 contribution from an anonymous donor, strengthening its ability to serve the community at a time of rising costs for books, staff, materials and renovations. Library Director Andrew Birden said he was grateful for the donation. “We’ve recently expanded services at the library with […]

7 months ago

Howland golfer wins Mars Hill Open

The Mars Hill Rotary Club recently hosted the 23rd annual Alton McQuade Mars Hill Open Aug. 9-10 at the Mars Hill Country Club.

7 months ago

Caribou classmates celebrate 40th reunion

Caribou High School’s Class of 1985 recently held its 40th reunion. It was a Las Vegas themed event and people traveled from all over the country to attend