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The clock
The small bungalow was constructed close to the edge of the lake. Lines of lush marigolds, pansies, tiny rose bushes and a scattering of geraniums were on the lawn.
Caribou
1 week ago
More Maine police departments are leasing cruisers
The odometer in the Caribou Police Department’s oldest cruiser is nearing 175,000 miles. Nearly half the department’s cruisers are more than 8 years old. Caribou spent nearly $100,000 on two new cruisers within the last year and roughly double the industry average on maintenance for its aging fleet. And vehicles aren’t getting any cheaper. Officers […]
2 weeks ago
Aroostook County will use opioid settlement money to hire school resource officer
The program will create a brand-new position that would start in the fall.
2 weeks ago
School and police knew of Caribou tennis coach’s alleged abuse 2 years before his arrest
He was not arrested until late 2025, according to a series of documents The County/Bangor Daily News obtained through public records requests.
2 weeks ago
37-year Caribou Police veteran dies after battle with ALS
A 37-year veteran of the Caribou Police Department died Thursday morning after a battle with ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s disease, the department announced on social media. Doug Bell retired from the force in January of 2025. He was diagnosed with ALS, a progressive disease that attacks nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, shortly […]
2 weeks ago
Aroostook County commissioners approve $16.3M in taxes
After approving the budget earlier this month, commissioners met Wednesday in Fort Kent to approve the total assessment.
2 weeks ago
Community Action in Aroostook, Washington and Hancock Counties hosts national peer visit from Montana agency
Community Action in Aroostook, Washington and Hancock Counties welcomed a delegation from Opportunities Inc., based in Great Falls, Montana, as part of an Immersive Whole Family Approach Mentoring Visit.
2 weeks ago
The County Crossword for May 20, 2026
You can complete this crossword puzzle online. Just click on the box you want to fill in and begin typing the word you think is the answer to the clue.
2 weeks ago
Limestone man critically injured after crashing into parked garbage truck
The Aroostook County Sheriff’s Office responded to the crash on Main Street in Limestone shortly after 6 a.m.
2 weeks ago
Wisdom educator named 2026 Aroostook Teacher of the Year
The Maine Teacher of the Year will be chosen later this year from among the 16 county honorees.
