5 years ago
Potato Blossom Festival kicks off with enthusiastic community turnout
Cars lined the streets of Fort Fairfield on Saturday, as hundreds of people celebrated the return of one of Aroostook’s most beloved summer festivals.
Events
5 years ago
CLA dishes out free strawberry shortcakes
Those with a sweet tooth were treated to a free dish of strawberry shortcake Friday as the Community Living Association of Houlton celebrated its annual community appreciation event.
5 years ago
Town of Monticello to celebrate 175th anniversary at end of July
In 1846, the town that today is known as Monticello was incorporated into an official township. In 2021, the town will celebrate that founding.
5 years ago
Patten Museum to resume Bean Hole Dinner
One of the most popular events of the summer is returning next month as the Patten Lumbermen’s Museum will once again host its bean-hole baked beans dinner.
5 years ago
What’s Happening in the Presque Isle area – Week of July 7, 2021
Wednesday, July 7
FORT FAIRFIELD: Senior commodity food distribution by Aroostook Agency on Aging, 2-2:30 p.m. at St. Denis Church parking lot, 143 Main St. FMI: 764-3396.
5 years ago
What’s Happening in the Houlton area – Week of July 7, 2021
Wednesday, July 7
ONLINE: Savvy Caregiver, free Zoom class offered by Aroostook Agency on Aging, 6-8 p.m. For family caregivers. Call 764-3396 or 1-800-439-1789 to pre-register and receive a link.
5 years ago
What’s Happening in the Caribou area – Week of July 7, 2021
Wednesday, July 7
CARIBOU: Affected Other check-in, 10 a.m. at Roads to Recovery, 1 Water St. FMI: sholton@amhc.org, KaytlynRobbins@amhc.org or rspencer@amhc.org.
5 years ago
Declaration of Independence reading celebrates anniversary of country’s founding
For many people who visited the historic James School on Sunday, hearing the Declaration of Independence spoken aloud was like traveling back in time and realizing the struggles that led to the founding of the United States.
5 years ago
Presque Isle begins new Fourth of July traditions
Hundreds of people gathered near the Presque Isle International Airport on Saturday for a day of patriotic community celebrations.
5 years ago
Steady rain doesn’t dampen spirits at Houlton’s Independence Day parade
A steady rain did not deter hundreds of people from coming out to watch the Greater Houlton Chamber of Commerce’s annual Independence Day parade Sunday afternoon in Houlton.
