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September 10, 2026

Fort Kent Community High School Class of 1961 surpasses goal to endow UMFK scholarship

Fort Kent Community High School Class of 1961 celebrated its 65th reunion by surpassing a fundraising goal to endow a scholarship honoring Dr. Nelson Madore.

Tie Dye on the Quad

September 15 @ 2:00 PM

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University of Maine at Fort Kent9 hours ago

Thank you to all who came out for UMFK’s 2nd annual 9/11 Memorial Hike. It provided a beautiful moment of reflection to remember all who were lost on September 11, 2001 and to honor the hardwork and dedication of our first responders.

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University of Maine at Fort Kent3 days ago

Please join us on Friday, September 11, 2026 at Lonesome Pine Trails for the second annual UMFK 9/11 Memorial Hike to remember those lost on September 11, 2001. 2026 marks the 25th anniversary of that tragic day.

Registration and check-in begins at 8:15AM and the hike promptly begins at 8:46, marking the exact time the first plane struck the North Tower of the World Trade Center in 2001. There will be various branches of law enforcement, first responders, and service men and women present. Others are encouraged to participate as well.

The memorial hike is free and open to the public. Participants are advised to wear appropriate footwear for trail conditions. Restroom facilities will be available inside the Lonesome Pine Trails main lodge. If you are unable to hike, but want to be present to show your support, you may view the hike from the deck at the Lonesome Pine Trails Lodge.

Pre-register here: https://www.umfk.edu/9-11-memorial-hike/