2 weeks ago

Author Pelletier delivers reading at UMPI Feb. 2

The University of Maine at Presque Isle will present a special evening with award-winning author Cathie Pelletier on Thursday, Feb. 2 at 6 p.m. in UMPI's Campus Center, when it hosts a reading and book signing focused on her latest book, “Northeaster: A Story of Courage and Survival in the Blizzard of 1952.”

2 weeks ago

Art Walk kicks off PI cartoonist’s February exhibit at Agency on Aging

Local cartoonist Brent Dyer will bring a collection of his works to the Aroostook Agency on Aging in February for a month-long exhibit. He will be in attendance and available to discuss his influences and methods during the Feb. 3 First Friday Art Walk from 5-8 p.m. in the Artists for Aging  gallery.

2 weeks ago

Presque Isle area From our Files – Week of January 25, 2023

100 Years Ago - Jan. 25, 1923 Introducing an act into the Legislature — Rep. Hallett of Ashland introduced an act into the Legislature to incorporate C. Fred Clayton, Wm. L. Waldron, Chas. A. Carter and Whitfield D. Hallett as the Ashland Water & Sewer Co., the purpose of the incorporation being to furnish water for domestic and manufacturing purposes, and proved for an adequate sewerage system.

2 weeks ago

Chapman Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club groomer will hit the trails soon

This coming Saturday two fundraising meals will be available in West Chapman. Folks will be able to start the day with breakfast at the Chapman Ridge Runner Snowmobile Clubhouse, and then you will be able to end the day with supper at the West Chapman Advent Christian Church.

2 weeks ago

Northern Light Home Care & Hospice announces a six-week grief support group for Presque Isle

Have you lost a loved one? When someone we love dies it can feel overwhelming. You may feel alone and that no one understands what you are going through.

2 weeks ago

Woollard Family Creations featured at Wintergreen in February

Wintergreen Arts Center will feature the artwork of Jeremy and Mary Woollard during the month of February. The opening reception of their show, Woollard Family Creations, will be held on Feb. 3 from 6 to 8 p.m., during Presque Isle’s First Friday Art Walk.

2 weeks ago

Grant-writing seminar to assist non-profits obtain funding

As part of its 60th anniversary celebration in 2023, Presque Isle Historical Society is once again offering a comprehensive but affordable grant-writing workshop for the area.  The workshop is being offered on Saturday, Feb. 25 and is only $75 per person.

2 weeks ago

Births at Northern Light AR Gould Hospital – November and December, 2022

Among the “special deliveries” born recently at Northern Light AR Gould Hospital in November and December were the following:

2 weeks ago

Cary Medical Center announces births for December, 2023

The following births were recently announced at Cary Medical Center:

2 weeks ago

Investing in the future of Aroostook County

Growing up in Aroostook County, I learned that when we work together and lend a helping hand, we can make our community a better place. 

2 weeks ago

Houlton takes Aroostook cheering championship

Houlton cheerleaders are Aroostook League champions after competing in Wednesday’s Aroostook League Cheerleading Showcase.

2 weeks ago

Aroostook CA$H Coalition will prepare taxes again

The Aroostook CA$H Coalition will be preparing taxes again this year starting Feb. 8. IRS tax law certified volunteers will be available to provide free tax preparation and financial checkups for low- to middle-income households earning less than $58,000 by appointment only.

2 weeks ago

The other shooting pastime

The elevated challenge gave even more excitement and satisfaction when my chosen weapon went “click,” rather than “bang.”

2 weeks ago

PITC program spotlight: business technology

Presque Isle High School senior Jack Hallett is a second-year student in the business technology program at Presque Isle Tech Center. Participating in the business technology program has helped Hallett choose a career path after graduation.

2 weeks ago

Presque Isle Historical Society names ‘Director of the Year’

Presque Isle Historical Society is very pleased to announce that Steve Sweetser has been named “Director of the Year.” Sweetser was presented with a plaque at a special meeting of Presque Isle Historical Society’s Board of Directors on Jan. 12.

3 weeks ago

Northern Maine Community College fall 2022 dean’s list

Northern Maine Community College has released its dean’s list for the 2022 fall semester. To earn a place on the list, students must achieve a 3.2-grade point average or above.

3 weeks ago

Special ed director briefs SAD 1 board on referrals

About 15 percent of SAD 1’s student body receives special education services, the SAD 1 school board learned last week.

3 weeks ago

Presque Isle area From our Files – Week of January 18, 2023

100 Years Ago - January 18, 1923 Hard coal deliveries in Presque Isle — The first real break in hard coal deliveries in Presque Isle had occurred during the previous fortnight; the bins of many households had run bare, and they had to resort to various substitutes in the shape of wood and soft coal. It was understood that the Perry Company had received another supply of anthracite.