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Public access to the Fort Fairfield proposed town budget in question

There’s a rolling boil under Fort Fairfield’s surface these days, with local residents expressing serious concerns about the town’s management and spending.

Deerfield, D.O. joins AMHC as medical director/psychiatrist

Ellen Bemis, CEO of Aroostook Mental Health Services Inc. has announced that Laurie Deerfield, D.O., has joined AMHC as its medical director/psychiatrist.

Scholarships available for Aroostook County students

Online applications are currently being accepted at the Maine Community Foundation for the Sally Stetson Tongren Scholarship Fund for Aroostook County and the Wendell S. Doody Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Police incident closes section of Washburn Road

The Maine State Police reported to Aroostook County Emergency Management on Friday around 1 p.m. that a law enforcement incident has traffic closed in all directions on Washburn Road from Chandler Road to Crouseville.

Limestone recognizes two new businesses

Main Street Outlet and County Lock & Key are among two of four new businesses in Limestone this year, and were both formally recognized by the Limestone Development Foundation/Chamber on April 15.

Tardie earns Washburn District High School 2021 Principal’s Award

Patrick Tardie II of Washburn, a senior at Washburn District High School, has been selected to receive the 2021 Principal's Award, Principal Lawrence Worcester announced.

Gerritsen earns MPA Award

Central Aroostook Junior-Senior High School’s principal, Dr. Kay York, has announced the recipient of the 2021 Principal’s Award, senior Amy Gerritsen of Bridgewater.

McCoy is Washburn Student of the Month for February, 2021

Principal Larry Worcester, along with the staff of Washburn District High School, are proud to announce Dawson McCoy as the Student of the Month for February.

Births at Cary Medical Center, February 2021

The following births were recently announced at Cary Medical Center during February.

South Street residents sign petition for speed bump installation near Southside School

South Street residents are calling for speed bumps to be installed between Houlton Southside school and the intersection with Ridgeway Street, in order to reduce traffic speed and the risk of potential harm to students leaving the school and playing in nearby parks.

SAD 1 sets date for budget workshop, gives update on high school graduation

SAD 1 officials announced preliminary budget numbers for 2021-2022 and revealed current plans for an in-person graduation ceremony during the latest board meeting Wednesday.

Hospital officials urge community to seek vaccine sooner, not later

Now that COVID-19 vaccines are available to all those in Maine who are age 16 or older, Northern Light A.R. Gould Hospital has adjusted some clinic hours to be more accessible to those in school or working during the day.

Career collaborative offers college and career resources

The Maine Compass Career Collaborative virtual experience will open to all of Maine’s middle and high school students, free of charge, on April 26.

Caribou Men’s Bowling League Results – As of April 15, 2021

Teams Sports Inn (82-38), Peterson’s Portable Toilets (74-46), County Federal Credit Union (62-58), Fournier’s Transportation (58-62), Knights of Columbus (52-68), Dead River (32-88).

Littleton Fire Chief ready for retirement

By Karen Donato, Special to the Houlton Pioneer Times LITTLETON, Maine -- Dwight Cowperthwaite, the only fire chief the town of Littleton has employed, will leave his position at the end of the year, ending 40 years of service to the community.

Volunteers work to ensure Caribou ski program continues

The Caribou recreation department wasn’t able to place an order for new skis this year after learning a couple weeks ago that one of the largest ski equipment manufacturing facilities in Europe was demolished by a fire. In response, half a dozen volunteers stepped up to ensure that the ski program could continue smoothly.

Aroostook County flood threat now minimal

The threat of more spring flooding in Aroostook County is now minimal, with heavy rain being the only major factor that could potentially contribute to more road closures, according to Aroostook EMA Director Darren Woods.

Pine Street Elementary principal reflects on 40-year career within SAD 1

Even before Loretta Clark began her career at SAD 1 as an ed tech in 1981, she already considered the district her "home."

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