15 hours ago

Higher state heat pump rebates to potentially benefit Aroostook homeowners

A new state initiative regarding rebates for heat pump purchases will benefit numerous people in Aroostook County looking to reduce home heating costs.

7 days ago

NMDC opens technical assistance center to aid potential entrepreneurs

In an effort to provide greater opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs, the Northern Maine Development Commission has launched a new Entrepreneurial Technical Assistance Center.

2 weeks ago

Aroostook County Sled Run to serve as new fundraiser for Relay For Life

In February, snowmobile enthusiasts will gather for the first Aroostook County Sled Run to raise funds for Aroostook Relay For Life, a cancer awareness fundraiser.

2 weeks ago

PI businesses finding innovative ways to remain relevant in age of online shopping

When Chantal Graves became the owner of Merchants On The Corner in Presque Isle nearly 10 years ago, social media websites such as Facebook and Twitter were still relatively new and online shopping had not begun to profoundly affect how people shop.

2 weeks ago

Fort Fairfield swears in re-elected councilors, sets 2020 meeting dates

The Fort Fairfield Town Council swore in councilors Melissa Libby and Mitchell Butler during a special meeting held on Friday, Jan. 3.

2 weeks ago

First Friday Art exhibits at library showcase Aroostook County nature and history

During the most recent First Friday Downtown Art Walk on Jan. 3, Dube showcased 12 paintings of Aroostook rivers and lakes at the Mark and Emily Turner Memorial Library. 

3 weeks ago

Organizers looking at PI Loop bus route expansion after strong start

After more than two months of operation, the newly established Presque Isle Loop, the city’s first fixed bus route, has become a popular service for numerous residents.

3 weeks ago

A.R. Gould welcomes first Aroostook County babies born on New Year’s Day

In the early hours of New Year’s Day 2020, Northern Light A.R. Gould Hospital said hello to the first two babies born in Aroostook County this year.

3 weeks ago

U.S. Border Patrol arrests five men in Limestone for border crossing attempt

U.S. Border Patrol agents arrested three men last week for allegedly crossing into Limestone illegally from Canada and another two for allegedly assisting the men.

4 weeks ago

Presque Isle police arrest man accused of domestic violence

The Presque Isle Police Department has arrested a man who they said had previously evaded arrest after an alleged domestic violence incident.