Community
Presque Isle Elks To Host Tenth Annual Family Christmas Dinner
“People yearn for the joy of fellowship at Christmas and not simply a food basket.” Those are the words of Alan Harding, Exalted Ruler of Presque Isle Lodge #1954, of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, in explaining the reason that the Elks will be hosting for the tenth consecutive year, a sit-down, five-course Christmas dinner at noon on Christmas Day, December 25, 2014, at the Elks Lo
NMCC Honors “Well Elders”
Aroostook County - Aroostook County senior citizens who volunteered for a nursing program initiative at Northern Maine Community College were the honored guests at a celebratory tea held recently on the NMCC campus.
Presque Isle Rotary Club Far Exceeds Special Project Goal During 67th Rotary Auction
PRESQUE ISLE – The Presque Isle Rotary Club wrapped up its 67th annual Radio and TV Auction on a high note, raising more than $410,000 during the three-night event and surpassing its $25,000 fundraising goal for its special project—by more than $300,000.
Shriners Spread Holiday Cheer at TAMC and other area Healthcare Facilities
Aroostook County - Good cheer and the spirit of the Holiday Season were recently delivered to patients and residents of several central Aroostook area healthcare facilities by members of the Aroostook County Shrine Club who were joined by a special visitor from the North Pole.
Lights of Life Trees in Presque Isle and Fort Fairfield Shine Bright for County Cancer Patients
Aroostook County - The downtowns of two central Aroostook County communities shine a bit brighter heading into the holiday season with the official lighting of the Lights of Life tree on Main Street in Presque Isle and the community tree in Fort Fairfield this past weekend.
Turkey Dinner Giveaway Tradition Provides County Dialysis Patients a Holiday Meal
Aroostook County - Each year, patients of TAMC’s County Dialysis Center receive a box complete with a turkey dinner and all the trimmings thanks to the generosity of TAMC employees, donors and the legacy of a former dialysis patient who passed away four years ago.
NMCC Student Receives Special Business Scholarship
Aroostook County –Brittany L. Clark, of Houlton, a second-year Northern Maine Community College student has been awarded a $1,000 scholarship from the Maine Real Estate Business & Development Association (MEREDA) for study during the current academic year.
Tri-Chamber Coupon Book Available for Christmas
“Looking for a gift that keeps on giving? The Caribou Area, Central Aroostook and Fort Fairfield Chambers of Commerce have taken the guess work out of finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list, by collaborating on a coupon book that rewards you for shopping at local businesses.”
Annual Holiday Light Parade and Festivities Set for Star City
Aroostook County - The Star City will shine even brighter than it usually does the first weekend in December when northern Maine’s largest Holiday Light Parade, sponsored by Emera Maine, and a host of other activities surrounding the annual event are set to mark the season.
Presque Isle Elks to Offer Free Advanced Healthcare Directives
On Saturday, December 6, 2014, from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., the Presque Isle Elks, Lodge #1954, will offer free Advanced Healthcare Directives at the Lodge located at 508 Main Street in Presque Isle.