5 days ago
Aroostook woman leaves dog breeding career to become a body piercer
At 50, a Houlton woman traded 19 years as a dog breeder to train as a body piercer for her daughter’s tattoo business.
Business News
6 days ago
UMPI welcomes new employees
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — The University of Maine at Presque Isle welcomed nine new staff members during the spring 2025 semester. Gigail Cureton is UMPI’s new veterans coordinator in the Office of Student Records. She comes to campus after serving as chief of public affairs for the Fayetteville, Virginia. Coastal Healthcare System within the Department […]
7 days ago
Gerontologist urges individuals, families to plan ahead for ‘driving retirement’
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Driving one’s own vehicle holds special meaning and utility in our society. This can be especially true in rural Aroostook County where access to non-driving alternatives is challenging. Yet, as difficult as the reality can be, changes in health and function may necessitate retirement from driving. For those concerned about aging […]
1 week ago
County yoga instructor is marking 25 years in business
When she first started her Houlton business, yoga was still new to northern Maine.
1 week ago
Aroma Joe’s is coming to northern Maine for the 1st time
The new Houlton location will be the only one north of the Bangor shop, which opened last year.
1 week ago
Michaud receives Fort Kent MPA Principal’s Award
FORT KENT, Maine — Principal Steve Doucette of Fort Kent Community High School is proud to announce Quinn E. Michaud, a distinguished member of the Class of 2025, as the recipient of this year’s Principal’s Award. This prestigious honor is awarded to a student who exemplifies exceptional leadership, academic excellence, service, and character — qualities […]
1 week ago
Chamber honors outstanding citizens for their service
The Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce recognized outstanding citizens and businesses.
2 weeks ago
Volunteer ride service passes major milestone
CARIBOU, Maine — A volunteer driver program has passed a major milestone in providing rides to older adults in the greater Caribou area. The County Area Ride Service is a project of The Center for the Advancement of Rural Living. By the end of January the program had provided more than 12,000 miles in transportation services […]
2 weeks ago
Zoning board axes appeal for Presque Isle solar expansion
Convalt Energy, which has an office in East Millinocket, must file for a variance to add to the existing solar array on Longview Drive.
2 weeks ago
TD Bank closing 4 Maine locations
One of the nation’s largest banks announced this week that it will close 38 locations nationwide, including four in Maine, according to filings with the federal Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. TD Bank, which has 42 bank branches and ATMs in Maine, said it will close locations in Houlton, Fort Kent, Fairfield and […]
