Community News
MEETING DETAILS
We are no longer using Zoom – Council Meetings will now be hosted through Microsoft Teams.Online access to meetings has always been available; we are simply transitioning to a new platform to better support our community. HOW TO REGISTER & JOIN: Council Meetings are for Penobscot Tribal Members ONLYIf your . . .
Community Days
We are excited to announce that Katahdin Kitchen will be serving lunch to all employees and community members on: When: Friday, September 26th, 2025 Time: Noon Location: Sockalexis Building What a great way to kick off our Community Days by having an Indigenous business serve a delicious meal!
REMINDER: FALL VACCINE CLINICS START NEXT WEEK!
COVID, Influenza, and RSV vaccine clinics start 9/22/25Elders (55+) will be prioritized during the September clinicsOpen scheduling is available for OctoberEmployees are eligible for immunizationsFor questions about eligibility, current vaccine guidelines, or to schedule an immunization, please call the Health Department main line at (207) 817-7400
PENOBSCOT NATION HEALTH DEPARTMENT EMERGENCY PROTOCOL/ AFTER-HOURS TRIAGE
For life-threatening conditions or serious injuries, please call 911 or access emergency services immediately. For urgent matters: During business hours: call the department main line at (207) 817-7400 for triage. You will either be offered an appointment or instructed to access a higher level of care, as necessary. After business . . .
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Riverfest PARADE Saturday, September 20th, 2025 Road closure begins at approx. 9:50 am Parade starts at 10:00 am Road reopens at approx. 10:15 am Traffic will not be allowed onto or off the Island, except for emergency vehicles, during the passing of the parade.
Penobscot Emergency Preparedness(PEP) Kits
Dear Tribal citizens,
As many of you are aware, we planned to have a social this evening at the Sockalexis Arena to celebrate our community. Sadly, another respected tribal elder has passed, Nancy Loring. After having just lost Debbie Hallet (Ewer) last week, it continues to be a difficult year for our Tribe. . . .
Dear Tribal Citizens
The Penobscot Nation Public Works Department will soon begin replacing the bridge on Vinny Norwood Road that carries traffic over the Mattamiscontis Stream. The bridge is in poor condition and needs replacement. The bridge replacement will include total replacement from embankment to embankment. The bridge and road will be closed . . .
Social With The Maori
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
Attention to all moose hunters.
Hunting Season is right around the corner.Attention to all moose hunters.Food Pantry needs moose meat. Any donation will be greatly appreciated.Contact: 745-2907 Thank you!