8 years ago
Sherman Seniors
On Dec. 7, 2016 the Sherman Area Senior Citizens met, opening with prayer and the Pledge to the Flag.
All shared a turkey dinner with all the trimmings and lots of pies. Everyone was stuffed and enjoyed it very much.
Stories by Staff Pioneer Times
8 years ago
Katahdin Trust helps fight hunger
Donates half ton of food HOULTON — More than 900 meals will be provided to families in Aroostook County, thanks to the generous people in our own communities. A total of 1,090 pounds of food was collected and will be distributed to families across Northern Maine that otherwise would not have food to eat. To […]
8 years ago
Miles Away Massage opens
By Joseph Cyr Staff Writer Staff photo/Dave Bates Serenna Fitzpatrick, left, has joined forces with her sister-in-law Jen Vandevender to grow her massage business. The two massage therapists work out of Dr. Bell’s Chiropractic office at 22 B. Road in Houlton. HOULTON — Hoping to expand her client base, Serenna Fitzpatrick of Houlton […]
8 years ago
Rockwell gives update on education issues
By Diane Hines Houlton Rotarian Contributed photo/Nate Bodenstab Tracy Rockwell, right, was the featured speaker at the Houlton Rotary Club Monday, Dec. 5. Rockwell spoke about the Houlton Higher Education Center, of which she serves as its director. With Rockwell is Rotarian Jane Torres. The Houlton Rotary held its luncheon meeting on Dec. […]
8 years ago
Foundation begins Diamond Raffle
16th annual project will benefit Houlton Regional HOULTON — The Health Services Foundation has announced the beginning of its 16th annual Diamond Raffle to raise money for several major projects at Houlton Regional Hospital. “This fundraiser has been so successful in assisting the Foundation with its ability to bring so much to our area in support […]
8 years ago
Bank’s ‘elves’ deliver surprise gift to ACAP
Contributed photo From left, Machias Savings Bank “elves” Renee Saucier, assistant bank manager, and Tracy Casey, financial service specialist, deliver a donation for the Aroostook County Action Program’s Emergency Fund to Jason Parent, ACAP executive director/CEO, and board chair Steve Richard, who just happened to be on site when the gift was delivered. PRESQUE […]
8 years ago
Grant earns AF Academy nod
BANGOR, Maine — Congressman Bruce Poliquin announced Dec. 5, 2016 that he has nominated 18 students from Maine’s 2nd District to attend one of our nation’s prestigious military service academies next year.
8 years ago
Island Falls News
By Rebecca Drew
correspondent
ISLAND FALLS, Maine — The Island Falls Historical Society’s sixth annual Christmas Cookie Sale was held Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016. After the storms of earlier in the week, it seems folks were eager to be out as there was a very good turnout and sales were rapid.
8 years ago
Oakfield Seniors
The Oakfield Senior Citizens gathered for their only meeting in December at the Smoki-Haulers Snowmobile Club in Oakfield.
President Bob Locke called the business meeting to order after everyone had enjoyed a potluck luncheon. It was a short business meeting as everyone was anxious to get the yankee gift exchange started with tasty, handy and funny gifts being opened and exchanged.
8 years ago
Oil pipelines put water at risk
To the editor:
The protests against the Dakota Access Pipeline (by the Standing Rock Sioux and others) are a demand for safety, and an insistence on reducing risks for current and future generations.
