Community News
Message from the Chief
Good Afternoon, After a really tough week for everyone I just wanted to write and say that I hope everyone is settled and remembering the importance of family during this holiday. I also wanted to mention that during the holiday break we have on call emergency personnel available every day. . . .
Message from Health Center
Urgent/emergent medical needs may still be called in to the On-call number: (207) 973-7979 on Christmas Day and after-hours. During normal business hours, please contact (207) 659-1106 for triage to the on-duty health department provider. Have a safe holiday!
Measage from the Chief
Good Morning, As you probably are aware there are multiple power trucks at the tribe now so fingers crossed that power will be restored quickly. At 5pm there will be another community drive thru meal at the Nick Sapiel building being catered. Also it is my understanding that Santa will . . .
Penobscot County Emergency Management Agency SNAP Relief
We’re still aggressively working with our utility providers to prioritize restoration efforts and coordinating resources. We’ve been fielding numerous inquiries on individual assistance, particularly lost perishable goods. Below are two resources to share with your communities. An updated utility work list of restoration locations should be coming out soon and . . .
Message From The Chief
Good Afternoon, We still have no definitive updates on power restoration. Obviously this has gone on a lot longer than anticipated and created a lot of challenges, as we get more information we will pass along. Today at 6pm we will be offering a drive through spaghetti dinner at sockalexis . . .
EMERGENCY WARMING CENTER
The Penobscot Nation Emergency Management will be opening a “Warming Center” at the Indian Island School on December 19th from 4 PM-9 PM. This center will serve as a place for community members to get warm and charge electronic devices, while we wait for power to be restored to the . . .
Public Notice
Landfill Odor Hotline: 207-394-4376 Offer Name, Location, and Time when asked. Also, what does it smell like? Poop (sludge), landfill gas, garbage?
Public Notice
The dams at West Enfield, Stillwater and Orono lost flash boards due to this weeks high water event. The impoundments associated with these projects are dropping and will drop to 1-3 ft below full pond elevations until conditions allow for the flash boards to be replaced.
Penobscot Nation Digital Navigators Needed!
Job Description: Digital Navigator –Wabanaki Tribal The National Digital Equity Center is looking for residents of Penobscot Nation to join our team as Wabanaki Tribal Digital Navigators. A Digital Navigator is a trusted guide who assists residents in their communities with internet adoption and the use of computing devices. If . . .
Message from the Chief
Happy Holidays