1 week ago
Domestic abuse spurred more than half of Maine homicides in 2025
Maine homicides have been cut in half over the past three years, but the number of domestic abuse killings has steadily increased.
Caribou
1 week ago
Aroostook students to take the stage in Poetry Out Loud finals
Participating gives students the opportunity to express themselves and to learn about the literary arts.
2 weeks ago
12 to lose jobs as NMG shuts down
Cost-cutting measures and staff recruitment efforts have not been enough to save Northern Maine General operations.
2 weeks ago
Hopkins and St. Peter advance in Elks foul shooting event
Two Aroostook County youths garnered top honors at the Maine Elks Association Hoop Shoot free throw competition held Jan. 25 at Bath Middle School.
2 weeks ago
Caribou’s fire station has no sprinklers or fire alarm. A $2.5M upgrade will change that.
“Everybody has the thought, ‘Well, it’s a fire station. You don’t need a sprinkler system.’ But you actually do,” Fire Chief Brian Lajoie said.
2 weeks ago
The County Crossword for January 28, 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.
3 weeks ago
Upcoming Special Olympics Aroostook events
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Special Olympics Aroostook is proud to announce its annual Basketball Day, taking place on Wednesday, Jan. 28, at the Presque Isle Community Center. This highly anticipated event brings together athletes, coaches, volunteers and supporters from across Aroostook County for a full day of skill-building, teamwork and fun. Basketball Day gives athletes the […]
3 weeks ago
Here’s where to get warm in Aroostook over the frigid weekend
People needing respite from the frigid temperatures this weekend can find warming spaces throughout Aroostook County.
3 weeks ago
Three dozen displaced by Caribou apartment fire at senior living center
Three dozen residents of a Caribou senior living center have been temporarily displaced.
3 weeks ago
Arctic front to bring ‘extreme cold’ to Aroostook this weekend
The cold front will bring dangerous wind chills and the potential for snow squalls.
