11 hours ago

Northern Maine Community College announces spring 2018 dean’s list

Northern Maine Community College has released its dean’s list for the 2018 spring semester

21 hours ago

Youngsters learn about bugs at Nylander Museum event

The Nylander Museum hosts numerous events and classes for the community spanning a number of topics, but the subject of Thursday’s gathering was one that no Mainer can escape: insects.

2 days ago

Micmac Fish Farm raising high quality fish with tribal significance

The Micmac Fish Farm, located on Micmac Farms on the Presque Isle Road, is in its second season of selling trout to private stockers, restaurateurs, and members of the general public.

2 days ago

Aroostook Retired Educators explore Littleton museum

Laughter, hugs, and smiling faces filled the Southern Aroostook Agricultural Museum on Tuesday, June 26, when retired teachers from all over Aroostook County gathered for the first of four summer meetings.

2 days ago

Leisure Village Writers share latest book of life stories with friends, community

When the Leisure Village Writers first met as a group with Chapman-based writer and former teacher Martie Pritchard in 2015

2 days ago

State approves additional $4.8 million for new Caribou school

The Maine Board of Education has approved an additional $4.8 million for Caribou’s new $45 million pre-kindergarten to eighth grade school project that was jeopardized in May

2 days ago

Woodland school releases spring 2018 honor roll

Officials at the Woodland Consolidated School have released the third-trimester honor roll for the 2017-18 school year.

2 days ago

Halfway Home Pet Rescue Adoption Center pet of the week – week of July 11, 2018

Donnie is a 3- to 4-year-old neutered short-hair tuxedo male cat who is living at the Halfway Home Pet Rescue Adoption Center waiting for his forever home.

3 days ago

State requests additional comments on ash borer rules

The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry's (DACF) Maine Forest Service is working on an emergency order to stop movement of ash in response to the detection of emerald ash borer (EAB) in Frenchville and Madawaska in Aroostook County, and still seeks public feedback on the issue.

3 days ago

Presque Isle Farmer’s Market adds payment options

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — The Presque Isle Farmers’ Market can now accept SNAP, EBT and credit cards, and will hold a “soft” opening for the SNAP/EBT/credit card machine tomorrow, Saturday, July 14.

3 days ago

Police urge motorists to be careful as moose-related accidents on rise in Valley

Moose-related accidents are on the rise in the St. John Valley, with at least seven reported to police in the last two weeks. As a result, state and local officials are urging drivers to be more vigilant.

3 days ago

Motorcycle ride to benefit Houlton Salvation Army set for Saturday

On Saturday, July 14, The Salvation Army of Houlton will host its inaugural “The County’s Ride For The Red Shield” motorcycle event.

3 days ago

Closing a school in a rural area affects more than just students

As Maine's population has grown older, the number of school-aged children has declined, forcing some communities to close schools that have been social anchors for years.

3 days ago

Rainy day, dream away

Every day, I walk before work, and I set a fast pace, and go for about 80 minutes. I do it all year long, no matter the weather.

3 days ago

UMaine Extension is cooking for crowds in August

The University of Maine Cooperative Extension staff will demonstrate current methods of safely preparing, handling and serving food for large group functions.

3 days ago

Border Outpost: Community

Yes, it was something my mother said offhandedly, not prompted by any question as to the reason why.

3 days ago

137 compete in third upper Valley seniors golf tourney of summer

A group of 137 golfers participated in the third Upper St. John Valley Seniors men’s tournament

3 days ago

The University of Maine at Fort Kent students named to spring 2018 dean’s list

The University of Maine at Fort Kent, has announced that 284 full-time and 199 part-time students are named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2018 semester