4 years ago

Maine biologist expects lower bear harvest this year

With an abundance of berries, beech nuts and other wild food this year, northern Maine hunters may have to work harder to attract or track down bears. 

4 years ago

Fort Fairfield mulling park changes after vandalism

The town of Fort Fairfield has been dealing with vandalism issues at Riverside Park, and town officials say it could prompt them to limit public access.

4 years ago

County, Penobscot credit unions to merge operations

The County Federal Credit Union is merging with Penobscot County Federal Credit Union in a deal that the organizations say will create a stronger credit union with ongoing employment opportunities. 

4 years ago

MDOT working to expand windbreak plantings in Aroostook

Northern Maine’s westerly winds bring welcome breezes in the summer, but create major hazards in the winter when snow blows off large farm fields into roads. 

4 years ago

Three people charged in Presque Isle knife threatening incident

Three people are facing charges of criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon after allegedly threatening the wrong person in a money-related dispute in Presque Isle Saturday, according to the Presque Isle Police Department. 

4 years ago

Presque Isle Utility plans sludge handling changes, finds likely PFOS sources

The Presque Isle Utility District and the few people who live along Lathrop and James roads are in the middle of a “very stinky mess,” said utility superintendent Frank Kearney.

4 years ago

Ashland holds tax rate, eyes future of ReEnergy site

The Ashland Town Council voted to set its property tax rate at $27.75 per $1,000 of property value while acknowledging that next year’s financial situation could change with the closing of the ReEnergy biomass plant.

4 years ago

Summer rainfall varies around northern Maine

The rains of early August have brought much needed moisture to central Aroostook County farms and gardens as the region’s main potato crop heads into the home stretch. 

4 years ago

Central Aroostook Association celebrating 60 years

The Central Aroostook Association is celebrating its past, present and future this summer with the 60th anniversary of its founding as a service organization for people with disabilities. 

4 years ago

Medical school starts physician residencies in Aroostook County

With the goal of addressing a rural physician shortage, Quinnipiac University’s Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine is starting a new residency program at medical centers in Presque Isle and Fort Kent.