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Maine Mutual Group holds annual meeting

The annual meeting of Maine Mutual Group was held virtually on April 14. Larry M. Shaw, president & chief executive officer announced, after a vote by policyholders attending virtually and by proxy, that the following directors were elected to a new three-year term: Jay Y. McCrum and Lisa M. Ventriss.

MMG Insurance elects new chair and vice chair

MMG Insurance is pleased to announce the election of Samuel W. Collins as chairperson of the company’s board of directors. He has served as a director of the board since 2001. Collins is the president of S.W. Collins Company based in Caribou with locations throughout Maine.

Planet being refurbished

Work is underway at Beaulieu's Garage in Caribou to give the Maine Solar System Model planet Saturn a "face lift."

Students, driver escape injury in bus fire

No one was injured Wednesday morning when a bus carrying students caught on fire just off the Flagg Bridge in Presque Isle.

Nomination papers for city seats available soon

Nomination papers will be available beginning Friday, July 23, for those who wish to run for seats on the Presque Isle City Council and SAD 1 board.

Choose to be happy

We cannot always be sweet. What a revelation that is. Everyday life and human nature very often put a wrinkle in our resolve to handle everything with a smile as we go humming along the pathway of life.

MMG Insurance elects new director

MMG Insurance is pleased to announce the election of Matthew R. McHatten as the newest member of the company’s board of directors. McHatten is the executive vice president & chief operating officer, secretary & clerk of MMG Insurance.

Cellular company donates hot spots to youth clubs

A cellular carrier has recently donated 165 wireless hotspots and at least 12 months of service to local Boys and Girls Clubs.

Utility gives $20,000 to help agency reduce social isolation

Versant Power recently awarded the Aroostook Agency on Aging a $20,000 charitable donation to help improve mental health through increased social supports.

Town of Ashland buys 94 acres for development

The Town of Ashland has announced the acquisition of a 94-acre site that will be developed for mixed commercial/industrial use and promises to attract new forest-product businesses.

Maine Potato Blossom Festival challenges field of runners

The Maine Potato Blossom Festival 5-mile road race drew a field of 35 runners and 11 walkers Saturday as part of the week-long festivities.

Maine Potato Blossom Festival ends celebration with annual parade

After weeklong family- and agricultural-themed events, the Maine Potato Blossom Festival ended the weekend with various activities, including the much anticipated parade.

Aroostook County sees 7 new cases of COVID-19 in one day

Aroostook County is undergoing a small uptick in COVID-19 cases, with seven new cases reported by the Maine Center for Disease Control, bringing the total number of active cases in The County to 18.

PI Planning Board, Council reject rental registration ordinance after landlord opposition

After three hours of discussion and debate, city officials voted against an ordinance that would have put in place a registration process and yearly inspection schedule for rental properties in Presque Isle.

Fort Fairfield town clerk rejects voter petition 3 times

The Fort Fairfield town clerk rejected a notarized petition three times last week that was aimed at curtailing increases in the newly passed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Fort Fairfield municipal budget.

Aroostook forming committee to evaluate broadband expansion

A committee to consider the future of broadband in Aroostook County is looking for more participants from across the region as it begins an evaluation of how to expand high-speed internet access.

ACAP, Housing Authority look to expand access to education, services with new center

With a new education and childcare center, Aroostook County Action Program and Presque Isle Housing Authority hope that more families can access regular childcare and employment, thus provide a more stable future for their families.

Potato farmer turned nursing home pioneer’s legacy will live on in Aroostook County

Aroostook County folks are known for their work ethic, a character trait for which Albert “Al” Cyr will long be remembered.

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