Business News

11 months ago

UMPI reshapes Advancement Office for future growth

PRESQUE ISLE — To best support the institution’s strategic and fundraising goals and build deeper connections with its growing network of alumni, the University of Maine at Presque Isle is welcoming two new hires to the newly-restructured Office of University Advancement. Craig Cormier joins the University as the new executive director of University Advancement and […]

11 months ago

29 County artists receive micro grants from Aroostook Creative Network

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — The Aroostook Creative Network Micro-Grant Program recently awarded micro-grants up to $1,000 maximum to 29 artists who live and work in Aroostook County. Grantees are: Elizabeth Allen, Silver Ridge (Pottery); Bernadette Anderson, Houlton (Ink and Digital); Morgain Bailey, Presque Isle (Photography and Painting); Susan Beaulier, Ashland (Enameled Metal Jewelry); Casey Blackstone, […]

11 months ago

Houlton International Food Festival triples funds raised

The July 6 festival, held at Houlton Middle High School, was packed with hundreds who traveled from as far away as Quebec City to sample the exotic foods made from ancient recipes and generational traditions by locals representing 21 different nations.   

11 months ago

Aroostook House of Comfort announces 2nd annual Walk for Hospice

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — The Aroostook Hospice Foundation, owner of the Aroostook House of Comfort, is pleased to announce the 2nd Annual Walk for Hospice will take place on Saturday, September 14 at the Nordic Heritage Center in Presque Isle. All proceeds will benefit the Aroostook House of Comfort. This year’s event is presented by […]

11 months ago

Cary celebrates 100th anniversary at Caribou Cares About Kids

CARIBOU, Maine – Cary Medical Center will take its 100th anniversary celebration to the Caribou Parks and Recreation’s Caribou Cares About Kids event on Saturday, July 27. The hospital will sponsor family entertainer Randy Judkins for two free shows, one at noon and another at 3 p.m. The show will be held inside the Wellness […]

11 months ago

Child care providers in Aroostook are about to get much-needed help

The Aroostook County Child Care Resource Center at United Way’s Presque Isle building will open later this summer to assist aspiring providers with state-mandated licensing, keeping a running list of providers and training a new cohort of substitute child care workers.