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Bringing transparency and lower costs to health care

In nearly every industry, we are able to shop for goods and services by comparing publicly available price and quality information. From buying shoes to building a house, we expect to know the full price of what we are purchasing before we buy it.

Central Aroostook boys take down young Easton team 6-1

The Central Aroostook boys soccer team defeated Easton 6-1 at home on Tuesday, Oct. 20, in a game that saw several eighth-grade players face off against the reigning Class D soccer state champions.

Food pantries and historical group split agency CARES Act funds

The Presque Isle Historical Society, the Grace Interfaith Food Pantry and the Danforth Food Pantry will all be seeing new donations soon, thanks to the Aroostook Agency on Aging.

Kiwanis officers

The Kiwanis Club of Presque Isle recently held their 2020/2021 officer inductions, assisted by Lt. Gov. Bill Francis of the Caribou Kiwanis Club.

Maine deserves a leader, not a bystander

Coronavirus has undoubtedly posed a new and unprecedented set of circumstances for Mainers. Fortunately the Paycheck Protection Program -- authored by our very own Sen. Susan Collins -- helped small businesses and countless Maine workers get through the worst of the economic shutdown last spring.

Ranked choice on the ballot

To the editor: [At the] last go-round, Republicans were royally cheated out of our first choice of Bruce Poliquin by this diabolical system the Democrats hoisted on us called ranked-choice voting.

Church plans drive-thru roast beef dinner

Saturday, Oct. 24, will be a popular evening for area residents who are looking for a terrific roast beef supper. The West Chapman Advent Christian Church will offer a take-out, drive-thru supper from 4:30-6 p.m. or until they run out.

Caring for your new kitten

We have seen so many cats and kittens adopted this summer and fall and are thrilled to have so many around the County opening their homes and hearts to these beautiful little felines. For those first time owners of kittens, there are a few things that would be helpful to know.

What’s Happening in the Presque Isle area – Week of October 20, 2020

Wednesday, Oct. 21 CARIBOU: Recovery Aroostook, 6:30 p.m., facilitated by Roads to Recovery Community Center, 1 Water St. FMI: 493-1278.

Collins gets my vote

To the editor: Through Senator Collins’ leadership Maine veterans have gained a powerful voice in Washington, ensuring we have a strong advocate for veterans’ issues. Now more than ever we need Susan’s continued leadership. As a veteran from Caribou, I am proud to say that Susan is my senator.

In support of Bushey

To the editor: After having served in the Maine House of Representatives, I am pleased to put my support behind Ashland native Kevin Bushey for District 151. He has the tenacity and levelheadedness to bear down and face the significant challenges that will be before the 130th Maine State Legislature.

Looking out for our neighbors during Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Everyone deserves a safe place to call home -- a place where we can be ourselves, relax, and feel accepted and loved. The sad truth is that for many people across our state, this is not a reality.

UMPI will offer first master’s degree in 117-year history

This fall will mark the first time in the University of Maine at Presque Isle’s 117-year history that a graduate program will be offered.

Absentee voting surges in central Aroostook amid pandemic and engaged electorate

The COVID-19 pandemic and several high-profile federal and state races are driving a surge in absentee ballots across central Aroostook for the 2020 elections, local clerks said.

GHCA sweeps County middle school championships

Greater Houlton Christian Academy captured both the boys and girls championship crowns at the Aroostook County Middle School Championships Wednesday, Oct. 14.

Rise in U.S. COVID cases could keep border closed indefinitely

Until the U.S. can stem its rise in COVID-19 cases, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said the plan is to keep the border between the two countries closed.

Wintergreen sees early success with new space, looks toward future growth

After settling into their new location at the Aroostook Centre Mall, the staff of Wintergreen Arts Center is already seeing the potential for growth of their programs.

County Police, Aroostook Sheriff’s Office to participate in Drug Takeback Day

As part of an effort to combat drug addiction, the Houlton Police Department is partnering with Adopt-A-Block of Aroostook to sponsor the national Drug Takeback Day on Saturday, Oct. 24.

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