Tag: Brandy Smith

Upcountry’s reading during University Day had a full room. With poems and short stories read by contributors to the journal, the audience hung to every well-thought-out word. “Upcountry” is a literary journal that accepts...

Hello folks,   I can’t remember the last time I’ve read something as emotionally powerful as “Charlotte’s Web.” I’ve searched the bottom shelves of children’s bookstores everywhere and nothing comes close. That pig and that...

‘Twas the night before University Day and all through the campus, every creature was stirring–especially the presenters. The poster session this year was well attended, with the Multi-Purpose Room in the Campus Center...

This winter has been one for records in northern Maine. This winter not only stands out because of its snowfall, it stands out because of a record high amount of yeti sightings. Here in the County there are an average of six or...

Jordan Haddad is a 22-year-old student and Maine resident. She spent most of her childhood being raised by her mother and father and arguing with her older and younger brothers.  Jordan’s life changed when her mother, Kathy, was...

A day for UMPI to shine, University Day allows students to share what they’ve been working so hard on with an audience. In addition, it allows community members to immerse themselves in what the University of Maine at Presque...

The sad truth is that we all will lose someone close to us in our lifetimes. Unfortunately, this happens to many when they are young and ill prepared. What is one of the most difficult things to go through is having to care for...

Dear Readers,   I hope that you’re all doing well and enjoying life. Spring semester always goes by so fast, which is such a shame. The assignments fly by but so do all the fun times spent with friends, family and...

Dear Readers,      There is no greater reward for finishing your finals than winter break. Being able to celebrate the holidays, take a deep breath of relief and spend time with your loved ones makes all the hard work worth it....

  The Multipurpose Room at UMPI was packed on Oct. 23. Mary Barton Akeley Smith was giving $1 million dollars to the university to create its first endowed chair. She gave the gift in memory of her late husband and named...

Hello Readers, The hum of the holidays is here and the excitement of the first few snowfalls here in the county has spread throughout most of us. This special time of year is important to me because it reminds me of how good...

The holidays are approaching at lightning speed. What’s that, you forgot to buy a gift? You’ve blown your budget before you cross off everyone on your ever-expanding list? No fear, there are plenty of options for affordable or...