55 mins ago

Lightning strikes Monticello home

A family of four was able to escape their home after a brief, but powerful storm Monday morning ignited a fire at 170 Wotton Road in Monticello.

3 days ago

Houlton’s Riverfront Trail to be expanded

Houlton’s Riverfront Park hiking trail will be doubling in size thanks to the efforts of a passionate volunteer group.

3 days ago

Dorcas Sewing Sisters craft dresses for Moldova

The Dorcas Sewing Sisters have once again crafted an array of dresses to send to underprivileged countries.

4 days ago

U.S. Route 1 will be closed July 31 for Monticello’s 175th parade

Motorists looking to travel through the community of Monticello should take note that a section of U.S. Route 1 will be closed Saturday, July 31, to allow for the town’s 175th celebration.

5 days ago

New pizzeria coming to downtown Houlton

A new restaurant will soon be opening in historic downtown Houlton.

6 days ago

Island Falls Summerfest returns with sizzling events

The town of Island Falls is looking to restore widespread community sports for all things summer as officials gear up for the popular Summerfest.

1 week ago

UMPI proves to be perfect fit for former Shire athlete

For much of his young life, baseball has been the one sport above all others where Houlton’s Nick Perfitt has excelled.

1 week ago

Large turnout for Harris Memorial Mile race in Patten

A large field of nearly 100 runners and walkers turned out Saturday for the Spc. Dustin J. Harris Memorial Mile road race.

1 week ago

Maine Potato Blossom Festival challenges field of runners

The Maine Potato Blossom Festival 5-mile road race drew a field of 35 runners and 11 walkers Saturday as part of the week-long festivities.

1 week ago

Littleton playground in dire need of replacing

A group of dedicated Littleton residents wants to replace a nearly three decades old collection of playground equipment to better serve area youths.