5 years ago
County Bluegrass Festival in the running for International Bluegrass award
Northern Maine’s homegrown County Bluegrass Festival is among the contenders for the International Bluegrass Music Association’s event of the year.
Stories by Anthony Brino
5 years ago
ACAP starting new support center with philanthropist Smith’s help
In an effort to better help people experiencing economic, housing and other challenges, the Aroostook County Action Program this fall will open a new social services unit called the Hope and Prosperity Center.
5 years ago
Women in trades share tips on breaking through
Lauren Calbi, a forester in Aroostook County, remembers when she was in high school and a guidance counselor gave her some bad advice.
5 years ago
Aroostook County employers pitch ladies on trades
Aroostook County’s employers and workforce advocates are urging women to consider “non-traditional” occupations and build their own high-paying careers in the trades.
5 years ago
Nordic Trail Festival draws hundreds to Presque Isle
The 15th annual Nordic Trail Festival brought together hundreds of mountain bikers and hikers at one of New England’s top four-season trail venues during the first weekend of August.
5 years ago
County Faces: Stev Rogeski of Fort Fairfield
For much of the summer and part of the winter, Stev Rogeski is busy with the County Bluegrass Festival, one of northern New England’s most popular bluegrass events.
5 years ago
High synthetic chemical levels halt Presque Isle water district’s sludge spreading
Presque Isle Utilities District has to find an alternative for disposing of its wastewater sludge after soil from fields long used to spread the substance tested higher than the state-mandated threshold for the PFOS family of “forever chemicals.”
5 years ago
Easton man dies in motorcycle crash
A 62-year-old Easton man died in a motorcycle crash Wednesday afternoon after colliding with a minivan on Route 10.
5 years ago
Mars Hill gears up for Homecoming
The town of Mars Hill is getting ready for its homecoming celebration Aug. 7-11, complete with concerts, class reunions, craft fairs, a marathon and soccer tournament.
5 years ago
New Fort Fairfield business takes tourists for ATV rides, hopes to boost economy
With guided ATV rides running out of Fort Fairfield, Ed Plourde’s new business Maine Back Country Adventures is offering a family friendly way for visitors to explore the trails of Aroostook County.
