2 years ago
Long-awaited repairs begin on Route 1 through Presque Isle
Workers will repair and replace pavement on a 2.3-mile section of Route 1 starting near the University of Maine at Presque Isle and going north.
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2 years ago
New Madawaska-Edmundston bridge opening next month
The roughly $100 million bridge will open to regular traffic in early June, according to the Maine Department of Transportation.
2 years ago
Fun Run a highlight of Fiddlehead Festival
Fiddlehead Festival features a river race, 5K and activities at the Northern Maine Fairgrounds in Presque Isle.
2 years ago
Former Loring Air Force Base golf course has a new owner
A new owner wants all to feel welcome at the Lime Rock Golf Club.
2 years ago
Aroostook commission OKs first budget after move to fiscal calendar
With commissioners last week approving a $12.3 million budget, Aroostook County’s government budget is now set on a fiscal year.
2 years ago
New day care center helps fill a need in St. John Valley
There are 14 day care centers throughout the St. John Valley, according to the Maine Child Care Search website. Many have long waiting lists.
2 years ago
World War II planes stop in Presque Isle to start D-Day remembrance journey
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Historic C-47 aircraft landed in Presque Isle on Saturday before heading to Europe to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Planes from the commemorative D-Day Squadron flew in to meet an eager crowd of more than 1,000 people at the Presque Isle International Airport’s General Aviation Terminal yard. C-47s dropped paratroopers […]
2 years ago
Fort Fairfield will start battery recycling project to prevent landfill fires
The program would be for larger batteries, like those in cell phones or power tools.
2 years ago
Houlton’s new town manager faces first major challenge
Jeremy Smith is dealing with an unexpected increase in the town’s contribution to the school district which will mean higher taxes for residents.
2 years ago
Madawaska budget could lead to slightly reduced mill rate
The town’s expense summary, which includes the entire municipal budget and estimated amounts for Madawaska’s share of county taxes and school expenses, is $13,903,745.
