5 years ago
Aroostook-born Air Force retiree pole vaults, races in senior games
After competing in the National Senior Games in June, Winston Crandall was settling into mid-July with a road trip from Albuquerque to his home state of Maine.
Stories by Anthony Brino
5 years ago
Farmers in Aroostook County are ‘soiling’ undies for science
Aroostook County’s three soil and water conservation district organizations are trying out an unusual experiment with area farmers this summer using “soiled underwear” to highlight soil health.
5 years ago
Ashland man accused of assaulting first responders during parade
Cody Durand, 21, was charged with reckless conduct with a motor vehicle, assault, driving to endanger and refusing to submit to arrest, according to Ashland police.
5 years ago
Collins’ bill aims to prevent quagmire that threatened UMPI’s TRIO program
Legislation co-sponsored by U.S. Sen. Susan Collins and recently passed in the Senate would ensure that minor technical errors do not stop colleges and universities from accessing grants for the TRIO programs that serve low-income and first-generation students.
5 years ago
Blaine, Mars Hill hearing seeks input on future of community center
The towns of Blaine and Mars Hill will hold a public hearing this month to ask residents to vote on whether to move forward with planning for a new community center.
5 years ago
Blaine, Mars Hill Route 1 set to finish in August
A $5 million, two-year road project is nearing the home stretch in Mars Hill and Blaine.
5 years ago
Homeless shelter adds new ‘low-barrier’ option
Homeless Services of Aroostook started offering a new option on July 1 to individuals experiencing homelessness who previously may not have been able to stay at the Sister Mary O’Donnell Emergency Homeless Shelter.
5 years ago
Hot summer weather kicks off July 4 weekend
A two-day heatwave with temperatures approaching 90 degrees will start the long Independence Day weekend in northern Maine, according to the National Weather Service.
5 years ago
Northern Maine Agricultural Fair keeps alive stories of farming’s past
Every year, a group of volunteers shows visitors at the Northern Maine Agricultural Fair some of Aroostook County’s farming evolution at the Agricultural Heritage Building.
5 years ago
Mars Hill library brings together community for summer
Mars Hill’s WTA Hansen Memorial Library has an eclectic mix of events in store for this summer, as well as a shady, air-conditioned space for people to cool off and engage their interests.
