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Caribou, Stockholm residents approve $20.8 million budget for RSU 39

Residents of RSU 39 (Caribou and Stockholm) voted Wednesday to approve a budget of $20,826,248 for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.

Future of Nylander Museum up for debate once again in Caribou

Prior to COVID-19, the Nylander Museum of Natural History had gone from barely seeing foot traffic to hosting educational events that attracted hundreds of community members.

Aroostook River Fun Run brings the thrill of racing back to Presque Isle

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — More than 40 racers filled the river and roadways around Presque Isle on Saturday, thanks to the return of the Aroostook River Fun Run.

Caribou to once again host Memorial Day parade

After several years, Caribou's Memorial Day parade will finally return to the city on Monday, May 30.

Caribou teacher hoping to shine light on Aroostook educators as Teacher of the Year

When Heather Anderson began teaching at Caribou Community School last fall, she never expected to end the school year this way.

Caribou citywide yard sale kicks off with enthusiastic community response

While some may consider Friday the 13th to be the unluckiest day of the year, Caribou area shoppers lucked out.

Caribou river race showcases scenic beauty of riverfront area

The Aroostook River Spring Runoff Canoe & Kayak Race kicked off Saturday morning, with 19 boats and 28 paddlers launching from the Lower Lyndon Street boat landing. Last year's race, which revived Caribou's river racing tradition, saw 21 boats with 34 paddlers.

Caribou City Council approves Juneteenth, revised home occupations ordinance

Caribou is now the first municipality in Aroostook to approve Juneteenth as a holiday for city employees.

Caribou City Council to assist entrepreneur in establishing medical marijuana store

An aspiring entrepreneur is hoping that the Caribou City Council will change the city's current marijuana ordinance to allow for-profit medical marijuana facilities to operate.

Fans return in droves to Anah Shrine Circus in Presque Isle

After three long years, the Anah Shrine Circus returned to Aroostook County this week.

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