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10 months ago

Tips for enjoying your summer safely

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — It’s finally here – what many Mainers wait for all year: summer weather! While most of us are thrilled with warmer weather and all that entails, like dips in the lake, boat rides, barbecues, and more; it is also a time to take some precautions so you can enjoy these activities […]

10 months ago

Catholic Charities moves its thrift store

The Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of the new Catholic Charities location at 830 Main St., Presque Isle.

10 months ago

Poker Read comes to Fort Kent Public Library with an AI twist

FORT KENT, Maine – The Fort Kent Public Library launched a new adult reading program on June 18. “We call it the Summer Poker Read, and we based this fun program on the popular outdoor activity known as a Poker Run,” said Library Director Andrew Birden. The new reading program runs during the same time […]

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10 months ago

UMFK students named to the spring dean’s list

FORT KENT, Maine – The University of Maine at Fort Kent is proud to announce the dean’s list for the spring 2024 semester. This includes full-time and part-time students. “Congratulations to the students who have made the UMFK dean’s & academic recognition lists,” said UMFK President Deb Hedeen. “The dean’s list includes full-time students who […]