Tribal News
PUBLIC COMMENT ON FUNDING TO IMPROVE HOUSING
The Penobscot Nation is seeking citizen comments on a grant received in the amount of $940,057 to provide funding for: 1) the Rehabilitation of 13 units of aging housing that are impacted by poor air quality, and the increasing threat to air quality, due to mold and aging building systems . . .
Fall Vaccination Schedules
We will be offering NovaVax vaccine clinics on 8/30, 9/15, and 9/20. Second doses of Novavax will need to be administered 3 weeks after the first dose. We have a very limited supply of these vaccines, and we are not likely to receive another distribution, so we must be very . . .
Candidates Forum
There will be a forum for candidates in the general election on Thursday September 1 at 6pm via zoom. It will be moderated by Ambassador Dana. If you are a candidate for office or a tribal member with a question for the candidates please email [email protected].
PENOBSCOT NATION REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
PENOBSCOT NATION DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES SUB-CONTRACTOR ATTORNEY I. GENERAL INFORMATION. Jurisdiction is established pursuant to Penobscot Nation tribal law and further defined by the Act and the MIA. A problem-solving, restorative approach that is consistent with Penobscot Nation values and culture is applied by the . . .
PENOBSCOT NATION REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
PENOBSCOT NATION DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES SUB-CONTRACTOR ATTORNEY I. GENERAL INFORMATION. Jurisdiction is established pursuant to Penobscot Nation tribal law and further defined by the Act and the MIA. A problem-solving, restorative approach that is consistent with Penobscot Nation values and culture is applied by the . . .
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! . . .