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Caribou area From our Files – Week of September 25, 2024

25 Years Ago – Sept. 29, 1999
First Citizens take ownership at the new site — The purchase of the former Yuseuf’s property on Bennett Drive is final. First Citizens Bank took ownership and plans to remodel the building, spring of 2000.

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Presque Isle area From our Files – Week of September 25, 2024

25 Years Ago – September 29, 1999
Presque Isle veteran received medal for participation in Elbe River link-up — More than 50 years after World War II ended, veteran Wendell Perry received the thanks of the Russian government. Perry, who served in the 651st Unit attached to the 69th Infantry Division of the U.S. Army, was at the Elbe River when the Allied and Soviet forces linked up on the river in Torgau, Germany, on April 25, 1945.

1 month ago

The County Crossword for Sept. 25, 2024

You can complete this crossword puzzle online.  Just click on the box you want to fill in and begin typing the word you think is the answer to the clue.

1 month ago

Area youth advance to Elks State Soccer Shoot

BANGOR, Maine —Three youths representing Presque Isle Elks Lodge #1954 have advanced to the Maine Elks Association’s State Soccer Shoot, after winning in their respective age divisions at the Northern District Soccer Shoot held at Husson University in Bangor on Sunday, September 22. Winners in the under 10 age category were Kooper Griffeth, daughter of […]

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Greater Houlton XC takes on the PVC-KVAC crossover meet

BANGOR, Maine — The Greater Houlton cross country team ran in a highly competitive cross-conference meet on Saturday, September 21, co-hosted by John Bapst and Brewer High Schools at Saxl Park in Bangor. This event marked a new concept for both leagues, bringing together top talent from the Penobscot Valley Conference and the Kennebec Valley […]

1 month ago

What is my pup saying?

Mark your calendars for the weekend of Oct. 19 and 20. The Caribou Arts and Craft Show is always a popular fall event to enjoy, and we at the Central Aroostook Humane Society are excited to participate once again. 

2 months ago

Time to think about flu shots

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — As we head into fall, we are getting closer to flu season, which means it’s time to start thinking about getting a flu shot. Those thoughts should also consider when the best time is to get your flu shot, according to Northern Light AR Gould Hospital. “Flu seasons typically runs from […]

2 months ago

A new sport for Presque Isle

Presque Isle has a new sport: cart wrangling in the Walmart lot. On a busy day, the wranglers are able to corral and bring back these wire bound skeletons. It’s impressive to watch as 50-plus carts are roped up and guided back to their stalls.