Fort Fairfield/Easton Area

UMaine Alert

Posted: April 19, 2024 - 1:32 PM

At approximately 9:24 a.m. on Friday, April 19, a University of Maine graduate student was struck by a university vehicle on Long Road at the University of Maine campus in Orono. The student reports that they are at a local hospital with minor injuries.

Emergency services, including the Orono Fire Department, University Volunteer Ambulance Corps, University of Maine Police Department, Orono Police Department and Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene.

The university vehicle involved in the incident was a Chevrolet Express van. It was being operated by a university employee.

Counseling services and support are available for students, faculty or staff who may have been affected. The Counseling Center can be reached at 207-581-1392 and the Dean of Students Office can be reached at 207-581-1406.

The scene has been cleared and Long Road is now accessible. An investigation is being conducted by the University of Maine Police Department with assistance from the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Unit. Any witnesses to the incident are encouraged to contact Lt. Noel Santiago at noel.santiago@maine.edu.

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November 30, 2019 Destinations

Winding down from a relatively mild week, what better time to get some traveling done before the temperature dips back down? Head on north to Aroostook county and visit some of the awesome Amish shops in the Fort Fairfield/Easton area! Gingrich Woodworks creates beautiful wooden furniture from a variety of different woods. Center Bakery makes all sorts of delicious baked goods, as well as candies and furniture.

We are always looking for more shops, services, lodging, and dining options to feature on our site! Contact us at undiscoveredmaine@gmail.com to help out!

-A.S.