Kathy McCarty
Multimedia Journalist
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Kathy is a 2003 graduate of the University of Maine at Presque Isle, with a degree in English writing. She has been actively involved in journalism for 20 years. Residing in Washburn with her husband and pets, she is an avid reader and photographer.
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Hospital to offer site and time alternatives for those who haven’t obtain the Covid vaccine.
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CNA program pays participants to train, then guarantees them a job upon graduation.
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Hospital officials says people are letting their guard down as the weather warms, not wearing masks, nor social distancing, resulting in more Covid cases being reported.
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Upcoming program will teach why a raised bed garden is a good alternative for both flower and vegetable gardens.
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Pandemic shutdown of airlines led to retirements, personnel seeking other employment.
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An electric vehicle symposium, hosted by NMDC and the city of Presque Isle, will focus on the benefits of promoting ‘green’ options as a tool to attract tourists.
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Officials with the County of Aroostook are nearing completion of two agreements with Irving Woodlands LLC, for public access at Cross Lake and Van Buren Cove.
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Opioid use disorder is a chronic disease, not a moral failing; despite rising overdose rates, help is available to help you get your life back on track.
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Officials with the Maine DEP are preparing for another potential drought season, which could impact aquatic life and more.
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Upcoming Arbor Day class will teach participants the many benefits of trees.
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United Airlines returning to 12 flights a week, after more than a year of disruption to service caused by the pandemic.
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Tourism officials expect more people to vacation stateside, including here in Maine, in coming months.
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The Fort Kent Lions Club members lead by example, giving back to their community at every opportunity.
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The Coalition of Airline Pilots Associations is working to keep those working in the industry safe and employed through the pandemic.
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Presque Isle will host the first-ever Fiddlehead Festival in May, which will including a cooking contest and more, using the popular fern as a way to promote tourism.
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Wildlife Biologist Shawn Haskell recommends removing food sources, such as garbage cans and bird feeders, to prevent bear from visiting your yard.
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Presque Isle’s City Council has updated Ordinance Chapter 59A, allowing marijuana facilities in the airport hazard zone.
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Advanced Directives give the sick and injured a voice when they are unable to speak for themselves.
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John Dennis, a member of the Aroostook Band of Micmacs, has been accepted into a Master’s Program at MIT, where he’ll learn skills to enable him to teach others the Micmac language.
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Presque Isle City Council accepted the bid of an Eagle Lake contractor, Devoe Construction, for renovations of City Hall, with work expected to begin later this year.
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Presque Isle’s City Council has approved a retail marijuana license for Steve and April Rusnack, doing business as Full Bloom Cannabis.
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Be A Spark campaign brings promise to the revitalization of downtown Presque Isle.
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Two booklets soon available through the Central Aroostook Soil & Water Conservation District will help gardeners identify weeds, and provide tips on planting native trees and shrubs to attract birds.
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A pesticide training session is scheduled April 9th for those looking to update their training or to certify for the first time.
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County businesses have found ways to survive and thrive in the pandemic, by focusing on niche markets – be it through atmosphere or products.
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A mild winter is increasing the risk of spring fires, with the Maine Forest Service reminding people planning any spring cleaning that involves burning brush and debris to obtain a fire permit first.
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The Washburn Rotary hopes to purchase an electronic sign which will be used to promote activities in the towns of Washburn, Perham, and Wade.
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Municipalities looking to save money are finding collaborative efforts with other communities can lead to cost savings for taxpayers.
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Kyphoplasty, a method of treating spinal fractures in patients with osteoporosis, greatly reduces recovery time.
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Crews began cutting an ice carousel at Long Lake, hoping to set another world record.
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Maine Forest Rangers are constantly training so they’re prepared when a wildfires occur.
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The deadline for applying for the Paycheck Protection Program has been extended to May 31st and is open to those who’ve received PPP funds already, as well as new applicants.
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Cooperative Extension to host first in a series of webinars, with fiddleheads serving as the topic of the first session on April 14th.
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The closure of the County Jail due to Covid 19 is creating new challenges for local departments struggling with staffing concerns as they try to meet the current need for cell space.
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The Maine Municipal Association provides help to towns looking to fill vacancies and provides needed training for municipal departments.
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The Coalition of Airline Pilots Associations opposes the requirement that individuals planning to fly be required to have a vaccine passport.
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Work by Versant Power crews will continue at the Fort Kent Substation, with an interruption in service planned for 4:30 a.m. on March 31st.
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Reducing your risk of osteoporosis begins by working to protect bone density.
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Madawaska uses Easter egg event to encourage youth to stay activeThe Madawaska Rec Department’s Egg My Yard event will get youth from Grand Isle to Wallagrass outside next week, as children enjoy searching for Easter eggs.
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Officials have found a number of benefits to using online meetings, with plans to continue using zoom and other platforms even after the pandemic ends.
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Presque Isle Police are warning motorists to use caution in residential neighborhoods, following a rollover earlier in the week.
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Produce being raised at UMPI’s greenhouse will be given to students dealing with food insecurity and local food pantries.
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Ashland is raising fees for services the town provides to its neighbors, citing increased costs.
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A.R. Gould Hospital offers a program designed to help patients recovering from pulmonary and cardiac health issues live a healthier lifestyle.
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North Lakes Fire & Rescue have purchased a Snowbulance, an enclosed unit that can be adapted for year-round use for emergency calls on trails and in the woods.
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Versant Power crews are working to restore power to a section of Presque Isle, following an accident Tuesday afternoon.
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The Maine Emergency Management Agency is offering a program that will train individuals on how to open an emergency shelter in their community.
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A Presque Isle realtor has made a major gift to Ignite Presque Isle’s ‘Be A Spark’ Campaign, donating their commission from the purchase and sale of the Northeastland to the nonprofit.