3 weeks ago

Agencies plan livestock clinic in Presque Isle

The Central Aroostook Soil and Water Conservation District, the University of Maine Cooperative Extension and National Resource Conservation Service will offer a livestock clinic from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 23, in Presque Isle.

3 weeks ago

Seminar introduces scholars to college, business climates

Aroostook Aspirations Initiative held its annual LAUNCH Scholar Success Program recently at the University of Maine at Presque Isle.  

3 weeks ago

NMCC plans ‘info nights’ in Houlton and Presque Isle

Northern Maine Community College will host college info nights on Tuesday, Aug. 6, in Houlton and on Wednesday, Aug. 7, in Presque Isle.

3 weeks ago

Children’s author visits with Houlton Rotarians

“Just Breath” was the message Kim Larkins expressed in her presentation to the Houlton Rotary Club on Monday, July 29. This element of everyday life is easily forgotten in our fast-paced world, but is an important part of her “Mindfulness Curriculum.”

4 weeks ago

E. A. Williams cartoon — July 31, 2019

E. A. Williams cartoon

4 weeks ago

Oliver tabbed as new principal at Hodgdon Mill Pond School

Matthew Oliver, a 1987 graduate of Hodgdon High School, is returning to the educational field after a 15-year hiatus.

4 weeks ago

Information sessions planned for free CNA training program

Northern Light AR Gould Hospital is again partnering with SAD 42 Adult Education to offer a training program for Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) and will hold two information sessions for prospective participants.

1 month ago

UMFK announces spring 2019 dean’s list

The University of Maine at Fort Kent has announced their dean’s list for the spring 2019 semester. This list includes full-time and part-time students.

1 month ago

Camp Adventure combines fun with diabetes education

Eighteen youth, along with several staff and volunteers, attended the recent Camp Adventure, an annual weeklong summer camp for adolescents with Type 1 diabetes.

1 month ago

Washburn High School recognizes honor parts

Washburn District High School Principal and Superintendent Larry Worcester announced the honor parts for the Class of 2019. They are: valedictorian, Edwin McLaughlin, salutatorian, Noah White, first honor essayist, Julia Dahlgren, and second honor essayist, Sydney Chavez.

1 month ago

UMFK/UMPI nursing program sees busy first year, doubles slots for fall

Following a successful first year of the University of Maine at Fort Kent’s bachelor of science in nursing degree program delivered at the University of Maine at Presque Isle, and as part of continued efforts to address the statewide nursing cliff, officials are doubling the number of slots for fall 2019.

1 month ago

UMPI releases dean’s list for spring 2019

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

1 month ago

4-H equestrians

Twenty 4-H equestrians from all over the state traveled to Skowhegan the weekend of July 19-21 to vie for a place on the Maine 4-H Equestrian Team, which will compete at the Big E in Springfield, Massachusetts, in September.

1 month ago

Anderson steps down as RSU 29 choral instructor

RSU 29 is without a choral director following the abrupt resignation of Jason Anderson on Tuesday, July 23.

1 month ago

Southern Aroostook Community School Class of 1999 has 20th reunion

The Southern Aroostook Community School Class of 1999 held its 20th class reunion June 29 at the Smoki Haulers Snowsled Club in Oakfield.

1 month ago

Houlton High School holds 40th reunion

The Houlton High School Class of 1979 held its 40th class reunion on July 5 at the Meduxnekeag Ramblers Snow Sled Club in Littleton.

1 month ago

Community members donate backpacks to local children during United Way drives

For many families the late summer months are a time when they head to the stores in search of back-to-school supplies. This past week community members stepped up to ensure that more children experience the joy of walking into school with a brand new backpack and other tools they need to succeed.

1 month ago

In the City – Be safe in summer’s heat

Summer is finally here -- no school, vacation, and a very high heat index. The Presque Isle Police Department offers a reminder of some summer safety tips.