Living

2 months ago

Forbidden for pets

Being the kind of people we are who love animals so much, it is tempting at times to want to share all of our goodies with our dogs and cats. But forbidden foods for our four-legged friends are many and can be very dangerous if ingested.  

2 months ago

Caribou area From our Files – Week of August 28, 2024

25 Years Ago – Sept. 1, 1999
Computer lab to open to the public — In an effort to meet the needs of children, their families and community members, the Caribou Adult Education Program is opening its computer labs for the first time to the public so that all local residents have access to computers and the Internet.

2 months ago

St. John Valley area From our Files – August 28, 2024

25 Years Ago — September 1, 1999
Fashion Bug to host Model-A-Thon – The Fashion Bug store in Madawaska is teaming up with the 20 other Fashion Bug stores across Maine to raise funds for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Maine.

2 months ago

Houlton area From our Files – Week of August 28, 2024

50 Years Ago – August 28, 1974
Frame And Galda Open New Photographic Studio — Bruce Frame and Jack Galda are now open for business in their new photographic studio featuring commercial and professional studio, featuring commercial and professional photography.

2 months ago

Agency on Aging opening Access Points across County

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — The Aroostook Agency on Aging is holding a series of opening celebrations at Access Point locations throughout northern Maine, marking a significant step in ensuring that older  adults in rural communities have better access to essential programs and services. Working in Maine’s geographically largest county, the service organization faces unique challenges […]

2 months ago

Expanding our library green spaces

In an exciting development for the community, the Library House at 228 State St. is expanding its gardens and creating a new pocket park. This initiative aims to provide citizens of downtown Presque Isle with a peaceful haven to enjoy lunch or relax in a shaded area.