St. John Valley

2 years ago

UMFK Scholars’ Symposium to feature students’ achievements

FORT KENT, Maine –- The University of Maine at Fort Kent will host its 12th annual Scholars’ Symposium on Wednesday, April 26 on the UMFK campus. The theme of this year’s event is “Serendipity.” The symposium is open to the public. “The Scholars’ Symposium is the summative academic event for all schools within the Maine […]

2 years ago

Troy Jackson recently welcomed Dr. Fern Desjardins to the Maine Senate

Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash recently welcomed Dr. Fern Desjardins of St. Agatha to the Maine Senate. Dr. Desjardins was unanimously confirmed for a second term on the State Board of Education, which she currently chairs. “Fern is so passionate about the work she does as an educator; it is deeply inspiring to me. She […]

2 years ago

Crossword Puzzle for April 5, 2023

You can complete this crossword puzzle online.  Just click on the box you want to fill in and begin typing the word you think is the answer to the clue.  If you cannot find the answer to a clue for this puzzle, click the question mark to the right of the clue. A news article or […]

2 years ago

St. John Valley Senior College to present class on managing elections

FORT KENT, Maine — St. John Valley Senior College is offering a class on “Managing Elections.” The class will be taught by Maine’s Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, who will speak on the election process, voter registration, the ballot structure, and ranked-choice voting. This will be an excellent class especially for those involved in municipal […]

2 years ago

Wisdom athlete Abbie Lerman commits to Thomas College soccer

ST. AGATHA, Maine — The tiny town of St. Agatha will see one of its own shine her talents on the soccer pitch at Thomas College come fall.  Wisdom High School senior Abbie Lerman has committed to play for the Thomas College Terriers women’s soccer team.  Lerman has been a standout athlete in multiple sports […]

2 years ago

UMFK to host Jobs for Maine Grads Maine Career Exploration Badge Day and Bengal Bound Day

FORT KENT, Maine — The University of Maine at Fort Kent will host Jobs for Maine Grads Maine Career Exploration Badge Day and Bengal Bound Day on April 12, bringing high school students to campus from around Aroostook County and beyond. This combined day provides added opportunities and flexibility to prospective students and their families […]

2 years ago

COVID is becoming part of everyday life, experts say

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — As the national public health emergency for COVID-19 nears its May 11 end, the levels of the virus in Aroostook County have flipped from low to moderate in recent weeks. Even though the virus is in a less severe state, the population still doesn’t have herd immunity because fewer people are […]

2 years ago

PAWS Pet of the Week – Keith

Keith is a year old, so he is old enough to show his true personality but yet out of the worst mischievous stage of kittenhood. This handsome fellow loves to play, but is always ready to chill for some cuddles. He may curl up on the couch with you but looks forward to you entertaining […]

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2 years ago

K of C lotto winner, March 13-19, 2023

FORT KENT, Maine — The Fort Kent Knights of Columbus have announced the winner of their ongoing lotto fundraiser for the previous week. The Super 50 Lotto winner for the week of March 13-19 was Linda Albert of Madawaska, who won the sum of $278.

2 years ago

What’s my line?

Chances are pretty good that baby boomers will recognize this article’s title as the name of a very popular game show that was on TV from 1950 to 1967. Three celebrity panelists were allowed limited questions to determine the occupation of a contestant. During the second half of the show they were blindfolded and allowed […]