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Mapleton Lions support youth programs

The Mapleton Lions Club received several visitors in February. On Feb. 6, Meg Hegemann, Prevention Program coordinator for Aroostook Community Action Program, spoke about the agency’s new youth prevention program.

Presque Isle area From our Files – Week of March 15, 2023

100 Years Ago - March 15, 1923 Station agent on B. & A. became an inventor — N. A. Robertson, formerly a resident of Marysville, N.B., a station agent of the B. & A. Railroad at Oakland, became an inventor.

Bringing a new kitten home

Bringing a cuddly, appealing bundle of fur (and purr) into your home is exciting, whether the kitten is your first or an addition to your current pet family. Your kitten will be entirely reliant on you to ease the transition from mom cat's side or animal shelter to this strange new place.

Spring Basket Feztival returns

It’s a sure sign of spring when the Aroostook Shrine Club prepares for its annual Spring Basket Feztival.

Kiwanis visits Caribou club

Kiwanis Club of Presque Isle members recently joined the Caribou Kiwanis Club for a joint session.

Supporting the businesses we have

To the editor: It seems Presque Isle has had a series of unfortunate bad luck with the closing of so many area businesses. Businesses that have been with the city for years, established in the community, gone without notice or warning:

Passenger loads are trending up

In 2022, we at the Presque Isle International Airport had our best number of annual boardings since 2007. Several months in 2022 were the best since the year 2000.

Dr. Doble, radiology pioneer

Across from the old fire station on Church Street is an apartment building with a cornerstone that says “Doble Block 1920” above the front entrance. This building was built by Dr. Eugene Doble.

UMPI student attends Disney College Program

Christie Oneill never thought the phrase “I’m going to Disney World” would be a part of her college education at the University of Maine at Presque Isle. But, this year, the 20-year-old English major from Perth-Andover, New Brunswick, became the first UMPI student to participate in the Disney College Program.

Winslows are chamber’s Citizens of the Year

The Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce recognized community members contributions of various organizations to Aroostook County during its annual award dinner on March 9.

Emmy-nominated Runyeon to present ‘A Journey to Joy’ in Caribou and Presque Isle

In an effort to provide assistance to local homeless and offer a faith-building opportunity for individuals and families, the Parish of the Precious Blood will welcome Emmy-nominated actor Frank Runyeon for a three-day event entitled “A Journey to Joy!” and all are invited to participate.

UMPI releases dean’s list for fall 2022

Five hundred and fourteen students at the University of Maine at Presque Isle have been named to the dean’s list for the fall semester, according to Dr. Ray Rice, UMPI president and Provost.

Area towns plan annual meetings

For many Aroostook County towns, March means annual town meeting time.

‘Theology in the County’ returns in Presque Isle on March 21

The popular “Theology in the County” series will return on Tuesday, March 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Governor’s Restaurant & Bakery on 350 Main Street in Presque Isle.

St. John Valley Associates merges with Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc.

St. John Valley Associates and Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc. are pleased to announce that the two agencies will merge, which will take effect on July 1. SJVA will retain the same personnel and level of services in the community; AMHC will provide leadership and administrative services.

Presque Isle area From our Files – Week of March 8, 2023

100 Years Ago - March 8, 1923 Potato market — he potato market was a little more accurate and prices were distinctly better. $1.50 was the rule in price in Presque Isle, with few moving from farmers’ hands to shipping points. One of the prominent buyers told the Star-Herald reporter that in his opinion, the supply of Mountains was running low.

Central Aroostook Probus meets

The Central Aroostook Probus meeting was held on Feb. 16 at Reed Hall, NMCC. Sonja Eyler, Presque Isle librarian of the Mark and Emily Turner Memorial Library, spoke of the many opportunities available at the library.

Mr. Lord, we salute you

A humble man is immensely powerful. Through humbleness and humility he demonstrates the beauty and joy to be found in the simplest of ideas. He learns that through home, all learn more about the world.

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