Arlen Dow, owner of the Braden Theater, bought the store that sells knitting supplies, a selection of beer and wines, and assorted wares, for an undisclosed sum.
Local business news in the first half of 2021 reflected the ongoing pandemic, not only in continued distancing and border restrictions, but in community members and organizations sharing their talents to help others.
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After being closed for over a year, the Braden Theater is set to reopen Friday. (Melissa Lizotte | The Star Herald)
After being closed for over a year, the Braden Theater is set to reopen Friday. (Melissa Lizotte | The Star Herald)
Braden Theater announces re-opening, preliminary hours The Braden Theater is officially reopening on Friday, June 4, after more than a year of being closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine The Braden Theater is officially reopening on Friday, June 4, after more than a year of being closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The theater’s marquee once again lists movies now playing.
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PRESQUE ISLE, Maine April 20, 2021 Retired Presque Isle Police sergeant Mark Barnes stands next to his patrol car after signing off from his final day on the job. (Courtesy of Paula Barnes)
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine April 20, 2021 Retired Presque Isle Police sergeant Mark Barnes stands next to his patrol car after signing off from his final day on the job. (Courtesy of Paula Barnes)
Retired PIPD sergeant reflects on years of service to community On April 20, Presque Isle Police Sergeant Mark Barnes left the station after his final day on the job. Police chief Laurie Kelley drove Barnes home in his patrol car, the blue lights flashing as they stopped in front of his home.