Stories by Staff Aroostook Republican

8 years ago

AS&L receives chamber award

Contributed photo Aroostook Savings & Loan of Caribou recently received the Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce Customer Service Recognition Award for the month of September. They were nominated for having outstanding customer service and going above and beyond for their customers. At the branch office are, from left, Chamber Executive Director Theresa Fowler and AS&L […]

8 years ago

Credit union donates to County Dialysis facility

     PRESQUE ISLE — The County Federal Credit Union on Oct. 21 announced a $15,000 donation to the County Dialysis Center so it can continue its life-changing mission. Contributed photo The County Federal Credit Union recently donated to the County Dialysis Center in Presque Isle. At the check presentation are, from left: Ryan Ellsworth, […]

8 years ago

TAMC, NMMC ban smartphone from premises

By Joshua Archer Special to the Aroostook Republican      After the recent ban of Samsung Galaxy Note 7 smartphones on airlines by the U.S. Department of Transportation, local establishments in The County have taken the initiative to follow their lead.

8 years ago

Downtown Caribou needs free public parking

To the Editor:

     Caribou’s Downtown Mall parking lots should remain free and public and here’s why. Free public parking downtown is a major asset for the city. It not only makes the downtown “business-friendly,” it also makes the city “community-friendly” for events such as Thursdays on Sweden, Heritage Days, Caribou Marathon, 2017 Moose Permit Lottery, and other public events.

8 years ago

Inspiration from Aroostook

By Emily Cain

     Aroostook County showcases the pride we have in our heritage and the opportunities we have for our future.

8 years ago

From Our Mailbag

Monahan for House 146

To the editor:

     Voters in Maine House District 146 have the opportunity to vote for an amazing candidate on Nov. 8. Rosemary Monahan lives in Woodland where she raised her niece and nephew. She has coached Little League, served in the Woodland PTA, served on the Woodland Planning Board, and currently chairs the Woodland Zoning Board of Appeals.

8 years ago

AARP seeks volunteers

     AARP Foundation is looking for volunteers for its Tax-Aide program that offers free tax filing help to those who need it, especially to adults 50 and older.

8 years ago

New Ventures offers holiday budget class

     PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — On Monday, Nov. 7, New Ventures Maine will offer Holiday Budgeting, a free two-hour class to help participants gain the skills and confidence to stretch their money, pay bills and reduce debt in preparation for the holiday season.

8 years ago

Agency invites family caregivers to celebration

      CARIBOU, Maine — Cary Medical Center, the Aroostook Agency on Aging and the Maine Veterans Home in Caribou will honor family caregivers at the annual Caregiver Celebration, Friday, Nov. 4, at the Caribou Inn and Convention Center.

8 years ago

Playwright begins theater program

 

Faye a 2007 CHS graduate

     PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Darci Faye is joining the Wintergreen Arts Center staff to teach a six-week after-school youth theatre program beginning Nov. 7.