St. John Valley
2 years ago
Births at Northern Maine Medical Center during February and March, 2023
FORT KENT, Maine — The following births were recorded recently at Northern Maine Medical Center. CORMIER — A boy, Noah Corey Rand, born on Feb. 25, 2023, to Anthony Rand and Kortney Cormier of Van Buren. Maternal grandparents are Harold Cormier and Kim Cormier and Wesley Hoague, all of Maine. Paternal grandparents are Jo Huff, […]
2 years ago
Historical society honors Most Senior Citizen
ST. AGATHA, Maine — The Ste-Agathe Historical Society recently presented the Most Senior Citizen Award to Mrs. Alma Chasse. Chasse, also known as “Mrs. Alma,” moved to St. Agatha when she and Benoit Chasse married in 1950. The newlyweds moved into the Chasse family homestead, the home of Denis and Marie Hebert Chasse, on 1st […]
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Fort Kent skiers qualify for regional competition
FORT KENT, Maine — Local high school athletes have qualified for a regional cross-country ski competition. High schoolers competed in the Maine State Nordic Team qualifier the weekend of March 4-5 at Black Mountain in Rumford for a chance to represent Maine at the NENSA New England U16 competition. St. John Valley skiers who qualified […]
2 years ago
Emmy-nominated Runyeon to present ‘A Journey to Joy’ in Caribou and Presque Isle
In an effort to provide assistance to local homeless and offer a faith-building opportunity for individuals and families, the Parish of the Precious Blood will welcome Emmy-nominated actor Frank Runyeon for a three-day event entitled “A Journey to Joy!” and all are invited to participate.
2 years ago
UMPI releases dean’s list for fall 2022
Five hundred and fourteen students at the University of Maine at Presque Isle have been named to the dean’s list for the fall semester, according to Dr. Ray Rice, UMPI president and Provost.
2 years ago
Sucrerie tradition returns to UMFK campus
FORT KENT, Maine — An Acadian-inspired tradition returned to the St. John Valley when University of Maine at Fort Kent hosted its annual Sucrerie celebration. The event allowed UMFK students, staff and members of the public a glimpse of the Acadian traditions that were instrumental in forming the St. John Valley community. ‘Sucrerie,’ translated from French […]
2 years ago
Blake Library Gallery to host exhibit ‘Bumble Bees of the St. John Valley’
FORT KENT, Maine — The University of Maine at Fort Kent Blake Library Gallery will host an exhibit of photographs entitled “Bumble Bees of the St. John Valley” by retired UMFK emeritus professor Dave Hobbins during the month of March. The exhibit presents general information on bumble bees; bee biology; life cycle of a colony, […]
2 years ago
St. John Valley Associates merges with Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc.
St. John Valley Associates and Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc. are pleased to announce that the two agencies will merge, which will take effect on July 1. SJVA will retain the same personnel and level of services in the community; AMHC will provide leadership and administrative services.
2 years ago
Madawaska Middle/High School first semester honor roll for 2022-23
MADAWASKA, Maine — Madawaska Middle/High School announces their first semester honor roll for 2022-23. Grade 12, high honors: Ian Beaulieu, Hailey Blanchette, Hannah Blanchette, Peyton Cyr, Alexander Hassell, Lucas Mathieu; honors: Cameron Derosier, Trista Dionne, Samuel Dufresne, Brady Gagnon, Samuel Lausier, Geoffrey Lavoie, Lucas Michaud, Taylor Pelletier, Tayler Rockefeller. Grade 11, honors: Mia Beaulieu, Aiden […]
