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Virtual signing marks important moment for incoming nursing students

To foster campus spirit in an era of social distancing, Northern Maine Community College admissions staff hosted a virtual signing ceremony for the incoming 2021 nursing cohort on Feb. 17 via Zoom.

RSU 29 deploys modular classrooms to aid with space issues

Two modular classrooms will soon be up and running for students at Houlton Elementary and Houlton Southside schools.

Well-timed partnership supports students facing food insecurity

In late February 2020, just weeks before Maine’s COVID-19 lockdown, Northern Maine Community College launched a partnership with Good Shepherd Food Bank as part of a statewide initiative between the Food Bank, Maine’s community colleges, and Hannaford Supermarkets.

Job Corps donates nearly $2,500 to aid community

The Loring Job Corps Center in Limestone recently donated nearly $2,500, proceeds from a unique fundraiser, to support a local organization.

Hospital slates info session on medical assistant program

Northern Light A.R. Gould Hospital in Presque Isle is partnering with SAD 1 Adult and Community Education to offer a unique program to train medical assistants. An information session about the program, job duties, and hospital benefits will be held from 4-5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 3 at the hospital.

Husson University announces fall honors – 2020

The following Aroostook County students have been named to Husson University’s fall 2020 honors lists.

Scholarship available for agriculture education

Graduating seniors from Maine high schools who are National FFA (Future Farmers of America) Organization members and interested in pursuing a career in farming, agriculture or natural resources are invited to apply for a Ronald P. Guerrette FFA Scholarship through the Maine Community Foundation.

Professor receives Association for Business Communication award

The University of Maine at Presque Isle’s Dr. Jacqui Lowman, associate professor of professional communication and journalism, was honored recently by the Association for Business Communication with the 2020 Bernadine P. Branchaw Spirit of ABC Award.

Hodgdon Middle-High School celebrates Spirit Week with snow sculptures

The senior class at Hodgdon Middle-High School came in second place for its creative and colorful ice cream sundae snow sculpture, complete with a brownie, oreo and chocolate chip cookie.

Houlton unveils January good students for January 2021

Houlton Middle-High School Principal Tim Tweedie has announced that the following students have been recognized for their outstanding accomplishments for the month of January.

SAD 45 schools returning to “yellow plan” following February break

WASHBURN, Maine -- School officials from SAD 45 announced that their schools will return to a hybrid plan of learning following the February break.

Shank captures Mill Pond spelling crown

Eighth-grader Samantha Shank was crowned the 2021 Mill Pond School spelling bee champion Friday, Feb. 5, in a virtual setting.

SAD 1 school board reviews preliminary budget numbers from state

SAD 1 Superintendent Ben Greenlaw reviewed the preliminary numbers for the state's contributions to the district budget for the upcoming school year during Wednesday’s school board meeting.

Houlton Middle-High School second quarter honor roll, 2021

Houlton Middle-High School principal Tim Tweedie has announced the following students have been honored for their academic achievements by being named to the school’s honor roll.

Hodgdon approves creation of first high school e-sports program in southern Aroostook

Hodgdon Middle/High School approved the creation of its first e-sports, or competitive video gaming program, ushering in a new era of high school competition in Aroostook County.

SAD 45 transitions to full remote status after a positive COVID case

Students from SAD 45 in Washburn will learn remotely for at least a week due to a confirmed COVID-19 case in the district.

MaineCF offers more than 650 scholarships to Maine students

The Maine Community Foundation offers more than 650 scholarships statewide, including nearly 40 in Aroostook County, to support students pursuing studies in music, journalism, teaching, horticulture, technology, the arts and many other fields.

Presque Isle High School to remain open as positive COVID case investigated

A person associated with Presque Isle High School has tested positive for COVID-19, but the school plans to remain open.

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