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Ashland graduates 19 in Class of 2026
Nineteen seniors crossed the stage and received their diplomas during Ashland District School’s graduation ceremony, held on Friday, June 5, in the school gymnasium. Family members, friends, faculty and community members gathered to celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2026 and recognize the bright futures that lie ahead for graduates.
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Hodgdon graduates ready to move on to next chapter
Hodgdon Middle High School’s Class of 2026 graduated on Friday night. The 23 graduating seniors shared stories of their nearly 14 years together and, in the words of first honor essayist Joseph David Scott, because of their connection, he has the ability and confidence to achieve his goals. “Probably...
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Voters Approve Zippel Elementary Closure
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine - Presque Isle voters approved the MSAD 1 school budget on Tuesday, June 9, along with the decision to close Zippel Elementary School. The closure will allow the district to offer full-day kindergarten programming starting next school year. Now, district leaders said they are moving forward with...
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UMFK nursing students honored at pinning ceremony at UMPI
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine – Six University of Maine at Fort Kent nursing students were honored May 7 at the annual UMFK Nurse Pinning Ceremony, held on the University of Maine at Presque Isle campus. The collaborative program allows students to begin their studies at UMPI and, after two years,...
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GHCA graduates nine in 34th annual commencement
Nine Greater Houlton Christian Academy graduates walked the traditional farewell graduation walk during the school’s 34th annual commencement ceremony on May 31 at the Military Street Baptist Church in Houlton. As part of the ceremony, each of the graduates shared stories of their many years together, thanking teachers, classmates,...
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Voters Approve Zippel Elementary Closure
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - Presque Isle voters approved the MSAD 1 school budget on Tuesday, June 9, along with the decision to close Zippel Elementary School. The closure will allow the district to offer full-day kindergarten programming starting next school year. Now, district leaders say they are moving forward with their reorganization plan.
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Caribou Student Wins Silver at SkillsUSA Nationals
CARIBOU, Maine (WAGM) - A Caribou Tech Center student is back home with a national honor. Brady Barnes earned a silver medal at the Skills USA National Competition after competing in the job interview category. He’s spent the past few days hearing congratulations from classmates, teachers, and the community.
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Presque Isle senior signs with Saint Joseph’s College golf team
Presque Isle High School senior Logan Caron will continue his academic and athletic career at Saint Joseph’s College of Maine, where he will study business management and compete on the Monks’ NCAA Division III golf team. Caron signed his letter of intent on May 29, surrounded by family,...
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Caribou High School sends off 90 new graduates
Caribou High School bid farewell to the Class of 2026 during a graduation ceremony that packed the school gym on Sunday. The 90-member class was led by Valedictorian Maggie Bell and Salutatorian Brayden Caldwell, who both addressed their classmates. Caleb Swanberg, a 2007 Caribou High School graduate, member of the...
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Washburn graduates 23 in Friday ceremony
Washburn District High School bid farewell to the Class of 2026 amid a crowd of well-wishers Friday at the school gym. The 23 seniors marched in to the school band’s live rendition of “Pomp and Circumstance,” and departed as new graduates. Brayden Worsley, senior class president and...
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Fort Fairfield Middle High School graduates 32
To rousing cheers from the large crowd gathered at Fort Fairfield Middle High School, 32 seniors walked the graduation stage Sunday afternoon. In his message to his classmates, valedictorian Nicholas O’Neal impressed upon them that the next stage of their lives won’t be easy, but that they have the power to chase their dreams.
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Maliseet Head Start graduates 20
LITTLETON, Maine – Youngsters enrolled in the Maliseet Head Start program earned their diplomas Thursday, June 4, with a special ceremony at the HBMI Community Gymnasium. The group of 20 children marched into the gym to the sound of Native American drumming and were welcomed by Head Start Director Tracie Botting. Tribal Elder Danya Boyce provided the blessing and Tribal Chief Clarissa Sabattis shared how excited she was for the future of the tribal community.
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Presque Isle High School honors 124 graduates
One hundred and twenty-four Presque Isle High School seniors walked the graduation stage Friday evening in a gymnasium filled to the brim with family and friends. Speaking before their classmates, several graduates reflected on their high school experience, and all that they had learned, particularly from each other. “We’ve learned...
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The County Federal Credit Union awards scholarships
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — The County Federal Credit Union awards scholarships to 12 graduates who will further their education in the 2026-27 academic year. For over 28 years, The County has awarded over $173,000 in scholarship money to local students. Aubrey Ainsworth graduated from the Maine School of Science...
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NMCC announces spring 2026 dean’s list
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Northern Maine Community College has announced the students named to the spring 2026 dean’s list. The dean’s list recognizes students who demonstrated strong academic achievement during the spring 2026 semester. To be eligible, students must earn a grade point average of 3.2 or higher.