St. John Valley

3 months ago

PAWS Pet of the Week – Oscar

At 7 years old, Oscar still hopes that someone will see the incredible cat waiting to love them. PAWS of Fort Kent says Oscar is everything people dream of in an orange cat: friendly, affectionate and happiest when he’s by your side.

3 months ago

Which French is which?

Someone asked me the other day, “Should we teach St. John Valley French, Quebec French or France French?”

3 months ago

PAWS Pet of the Week – Prince

Every shelter has that one cat who quietly wins over everyone he meets. For PAWS of Fort Kent, Prince is that cat. At 6 1/2 years old, this handsome long-haired black kitty loves everyone, and is always ready to trade a gentle purr for a few pets.

3 months ago

Why cadastral maps matter

Today, few people rely on physical maps to navigate. Our ancestors did not have the luxury of digital maps or GPS. Paper maps were the only way to get from here to there if you were unfamiliar with the route. 

3 months ago

UMFK nursing doctorate program earns accreditation

The University of Maine at Fort Kent’s doctorate of nursing practice program has earned accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, affirming the program’s commitment to academic excellence, quality nursing education, and preparing advanced practice nurses to meet the evolving needs of healthcare.

3 months ago

Historic Declaration of Independence Broadside to visit Presque Isle on statewide tour

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine —Officials with the University of Maine at Presque Isle are proud to announce that the campus will host a rare copy of the Declaration of Independence as part of the Maine Historical Society’s statewide tour underway this summer and fall as the United States celebrates its Semiquincentennial, or 250th anniversary, this year. […]