3 weeks ago
Madawaska residents approve $1.15 million tax abatement payment to paper mill
The decision comes after a disagreement between the mill and town that began roughly one year ago.
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3 weeks ago
Caribou school district projects $1.7M budget increase
The total marks a drop from the roughly 9.5% increase RSU 39 had projected at its first budget workshop weeks earlier.
3 weeks ago
Officials keep eye on possible flood risk from ice jams in Aroostook County
In Fort Kent, an ice jam in the St. John River released Tuesday night and moved quickly, bringing the water level up to 14 feet, which is considered an action stage.
3 weeks ago
Northern Light expands therapy dog program to Presque Isle hospital
The Presque Isle hospital is the fourth expansion of an initiative Northern Light has called a “success” in providing emotional support and reducing stress.
3 weeks ago
Home destroyed in Fort Fairfield fire
A home is a total loss after a Monday night fire in Fort Fairfield.
3 weeks ago
RSU 29 needs $1.6 million in additional local dollars for next school year
As valuations rise, school districts get less from the state. That means district residents will pay more.
3 weeks ago
Madawaska residents to vote on Twin Rivers tax abatement
The decision would resolve a year of disagreement over an assessing mistake that lowered the mill’s taxes.
3 weeks ago
New Aroostook gathering spot aims to spark connections
“There’s a need for human connection. We’re so stuck on our phones most of the time,” Bradbury said
3 weeks ago
Largest trade show north of Bangor coming to Madawaska
Nearly all the booths have been reserved for the upcoming Top O’ Maine Trade Show.
3 weeks ago
Houlton man questions legality of surveillance cameras bought with ARPA funds
For nearly seven months a Houlton man has been trying to get public documents from town officials related to a 2022 surveillance camera purchase that he said may have violated federal funding guidelines. Craig Harriman, who has twice sued the town under Freedom of Access Act law, shared with the Town Council on Monday night […]
