COVID-19 Cases Remain High in Northern Maine in Mid-September
The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday reported another 715 coronavirus cases and two COVID-19 deaths. Aroostook County has 56 new cases.
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UMFK Receives $250,000 for Nursing Scholarships, Fort Kent, Maine
Nursing students at UMFK are encouraged to apply.
COVID-19 Cases Affecting More Young People in Northern Maine
The Maine CDC on Thursday reported 652 new coronavirus infections in the state and three COVID-related deaths. Aroostook County has 17 new cases.
Vaccinated President of Maine Senate Tests Positive for Covid-19
The President of the Maine Senate, Democrat Troy Jackson announced he tested positive for Covid-19 even though he is vaccinated.
Maine Records Seven More Deaths, 778 New Coronavirus Cases
The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention on Wednesday reported 778 new coronavirus cases and seven COVID-19 deaths.
Tim Hortons in Presque Isle to Drive-Thru Only & Shortened Hours
The patrons of Tim Hortons in Presque Isle were notified over the weekend that the popular location will be modifying its hours over the coming weeks due to staffing issues.
Maine CDC Reports Eight COVID-19 Deaths, Three in Aroostook County
The Maine Center for Disease Control on Tuesday reported a three-day total of 667 new coronavirus cases and eight related deaths in the state. Aroostook County has another 31 cases and three deaths.
Covid Outbreaks Disrupt School in Houlton and Presque Isle
Covid-19 is forcing schools to adjust their plans again as the most recent surge is wreaking havoc. One district is now going remote for 2 weeks
Jury Selection Begins in Retrial of Sherman, Maine Murder Case
Jury selection is underway in the retrial of a Massachusetts man convicted in a 2016 murder in the southern Aroostook County town of Sherman.
Maine Army National Guard’s New Readiness Center, Presque Isle, Maine
The ribbon cutting ceremony took place on Friday, September 10, 2021.