Chief’s Message

Join us Monday at the Sockalexis Arena in welcoming the Maori people.We will have food, drumming and dancing. We invite you to· bring your favorite dish and dress in your finest Wabanaki attire. SEPTEMBER 8th at 5:00 PM – wəliwəni

Dear tribal citizens, I hope this note finds you and your families well. It is my pleasure to share some happy news. Team Penobscot participated in the United States Canoe Association’s National Canoe and Kayak Championships held in Northfield, Massachusetts from August 7ththrough August 10th. Team Penobscot includes several youths . . .

Dear tribal citizens, I am sad to let you know that we have lost another tribal elder, Beth Sockbeson has passed away.  We offer our heartfelt condolences to her family and to our community. Beth was a proud and respected Penobscot citizen and leader, serving the Nation for decades as . . .

Dear tribal citizens, As many of you are aware elder Reuben Butch Phillips has passed away.   We are all saddened by this news and our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to the family and our community.     Butch was a former tribal leader proudly serving as Vice-Chief and as . . .

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS FRIDAY, AUGUST 1, 20257:00 AM SACRED FIRE SACRED FIRE GAZEBO9:00 AM – 11:00 AM YOUTH TRIATHLON BALLFIELD1:00 PM – 3:00 PM COMMUNITY WIFFLEBALL BALLFIELD2:00 PM COMMMUNITY SWEATLODGE CEREMONY BEHIND CHURCH3:30 PM – 4:30 PM HEALTH & SAFETY WALK POLICE DEPARTMENT4:30 PM – 6:00 PM COMMUNITY MEAL SOCKALEXIS6:00 . . .

I offer our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Timothy Gould, who passed away on June 29, 2025. We are extremely saddened by this loss. Tim was a proud member of the Penobscot Nation who dedicated his life to the service and protection of our people, lands, . . .

I am pleased to share that after due consideration, the Tribal Council has approved a request to distribute to tribal citizens a significant portion of our current gaming revenue.  The plan is for this payout to occur during the first week of May.  I appreciate everyone’s patience as leadership worked . . .

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Due to members of the council experiencing illness and illness among the staff we have decided to postpone tomorrow’s council meeting until Wednesday February 12th at 4pm.     Sorry for any inconvenience and stay welll! Kirk E. Francis, Chief

UPDATE: We have been notified within the past hour that the Trump Administration have rescinded their spending freeze order.   It looks like there is no threat at the moment but will continue to monitor and be diligent on this issue.   Thank you all. Dear citizens and employees, There has been . . .