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.
The Coalition of Airline Pilots Associations is working to keep those working in the industry safe and employed through the pandemic.
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.
Wildlife Biologist Shawn Haskell recommends removing food sources, such as garbage cans and bird feeders, to prevent bear from visiting your yard.
Presque Isle’s City Council has updated Ordinance Chapter 59A, allowing marijuana facilities in the airport hazard zone.
Advanced Directives give the sick and injured a voice when they are unable to speak for themselves.
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.
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.
Presque Isle’s City Council has approved a retail marijuana license for Steve and April Rusnack, doing business as Full Bloom Cannabis.
Be A Spark campaign brings promise to the revitalization of downtown Presque Isle.
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.
A pesticide training session is scheduled April 9th for those looking to update their training or to certify for the first time.
County businesses have found ways to survive and thrive in the pandemic, by focusing on niche markets – be it through atmosphere or products.
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.
The Washburn Rotary hopes to purchase an electronic sign which will be used to promote activities in the towns of Washburn, Perham, and Wade.
Municipalities looking to save money are finding collaborative efforts with other communities can lead to cost savings for taxpayers.
Kyphoplasty, a method of treating spinal fractures in patients with osteoporosis, greatly reduces recovery time.
Crews began cutting an ice carousel at Long Lake, hoping to set another world record.
Maine Forest Rangers are constantly training so they’re prepared when a wildfires occur.
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.
Cooperative Extension to host first in a series of webinars, with fiddleheads serving as the topic of the first session on April 14th.
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.
The Maine Municipal Association provides help to towns looking to fill vacancies and provides needed training for municipal departments.
The Coalition of Airline Pilots Associations opposes the requirement that individuals planning to fly be required to have a vaccine passport.
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.
Reducing your risk of osteoporosis begins by working to protect bone density.
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.
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.
Presque Isle Police are warning motorists to use caution in residential neighborhoods, following a rollover earlier in the week.
Produce being raised at UMPI’s greenhouse will be given to students dealing with food insecurity and local food pantries.
Ashland is raising fees for services the town provides to its neighbors, citing increased costs.
A.R. Gould Hospital offers a program designed to help patients recovering from pulmonary and cardiac health issues live a healthier lifestyle.
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.
Versant Power crews are working to restore power to a section of Presque Isle, following an accident Tuesday afternoon.
The Maine Emergency Management Agency is offering a program that will train individuals on how to open an emergency shelter in their community.
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.
The Aroostook Emergency Management Agency is asking the public to report any changes in ice conditions as temperatures begin to rise.
The University of Maine Cooperative Extension is hosting So You Want to Farm in Maine, an online course for those interesting in starting a farm business.
An emergency water line repair in Fort Kent has disrupted water service to a section of town, with repairs expected to be completed this afternoon.
A fox captured in a Presque Isle barn recently is being treated for mange at a wildlife rescue downstate, thanks to the help of many willing volunteers who transported the animal hundreds of miles.
K-9 Jazz, a drug detection dog with the ACSO, now has health insurance, thanks to Healthcare for K9 Heroes grant.
Registered dietitian marks National Nutrition Month by offering nutritional tips to help you live a healthy lifestyle.
The Small Business Development Center in Caribou is encouraging businesses who may qualify to apply for PPP funds before the March 31st deadline.
Programs offered through the Aroostook Agency on Aging provide an opportunity for the elderly to improve their health and make new friends in the process.
Retail sales of potatoes, including fresh potatoes and chips, have helped offset losses for the industry the occurred when schools and restaurants closed as a result of the pandemic.
With warmer temperatures and spring around the corner, weight limits have been set for some Presque Isle area roads.
The Aroostook County Sheriff’s Office welcomed a new Commander to the MDEA office, with Peter Arno beginning work with the agency on February 22nd.
Officials with Aroostook County Tourism are asking for photo submissions from the public, for use in this year’s Aroostook County Tourism Guidebook.
The Aroostook County Sheriff’s Office has received a Healthcare for K9 Heroes Grant, which will be used for safety equipment for K9 Jazz.
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a good time to speak with your doctor about scheduling a colonoscopy.