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.