Community News
Attention hunters:
The Penobscot Indian Nation Department of Natural Resources has partnered with the University of Maine, Orono and Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife on a research study to evaluate the prevalence, distribution, and effects of parasite infections in moose. This study will provide essential information to assess the health . . .
Now Hiring!!
Substitute Teacher Positions Available Indian Island School If you are interested in learning more about what it takes to become a substitute teacher, please join us at the Indian Island School on Thursday, August 11th , noon to 4pm or Friday August 19th , 9am to 2 pm. Applications will . . .
Community Notice: COVID Exposure
The Penobscot Nation Health Dept. is recommending that anyone who attended the Saturday, Aug. 6th Health Fair be tested for COVID. We have confirmed a positive COVID case among the event’s presenters. We strongly suggest testing from Wednesday, Aug. 10 through Friday, Aug. 12th, as earlier test results may be . . .
Chiefs Message
Dear Tribal Citizens,
I hope this letter finds you and your families well. We are excited for some return to normalcy as we are set to hold our first community day events in two years on Friday and Saturday of this week. First, I want to thank everyone involved in planning and coordinating these activities. Also, please note that there is a heat advisory warning for this weekend, and we will be offering ways for people to safely participate.
AUGUST IS CHILD SUPPORT AWARENESS MONTH
JOIN US FOR A FEW ACTIVITIES THROUGHOUT THE MONTH AUGUST 6, 2022: 9:30-12:30PM AT THE HEALTH FAIR. STOP BY FOR A CHANCE TO WIN 1 OF 3 GIFT CARDS TO HANNAFORD, FOR GAS AND TO SPOTLIGHT CINEMA TBD CAREGIVER APPRECIATION EVENT AT THE BOATLANDING. STOP BY FOR A FREE GIFT! . . .
Sports Physical Clinics
The Penobscot Nation Health Dept. currently has dedicated sports physical clinics available on 8/16/22, 8/18/22, and 8/29/22. Please call the main line @ (207) 817-7400 to schedule an appointment.
2022 Penobscot Nation Community Days
Friday, August 5, 2022 5:25 AM Sunrise Ceremony Sacred Fire 3:00 PM Health Walk Police Dept. *Health & Safety Walk – Aug. 5th• The Health & Safety Walk will be an individual/ small groups activity.• Individuals can pick up their shirt and event packet anytime between 12PM-3PM at . . .
PENOBSCOT NATION TRIBAL COUNCIL MONTHLY MEETING TUESDAY, AUGUST 2ND, 2022, 4:00 P.M.
You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Aug 2, 2022 04:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Topic: August 2022 Council Meeting Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://penobscotnation-org.zoom.us/j/85446272806?pwd=bDQvNXVBZkhEOExZeUZ4RGRVL3FLQT09 Passcode: 573614 Or One tap mobile : US: +16469313860,,85446272806# or +19292056099,,85446272806# Or Telephone: Dial(for higher quality, . . .
NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS
July 27, 2022 Michael Bush, Housing Director, Penobscot Indian Nation 12 Wabanaki Way Indian Island, ME 04468 207-817-7372 On or about August 5, 2022, Penobscot Indian Nation will submit a request to the HUD Office of Native American Programs for the release of Indian Housing Block Grant funds under Title . . .
Penobscot Nation Child Support
Subject: Penobscot Nation Child SupportWhen: Thursday, July 28, 2022 1:00 PM-3:00 PM (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada).Where: https://penobscotnation-org.zoom.us/j/86082698625?pwd=OHNlYXNVOFlZdWVNV0xGZzFIM2V5dz09 Michael Augustine is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Meeting Meeting ID: 860 8269 8625 Passcode: 987626 One tap mobile +19292056099,,86082698625#,,,,*987626# US (New York) +13017158592,,86082698625#,,,,*987626# US (Washington DC) Dial . . .