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Maine State Police Troop F Report, Sept. 6-12, 2021

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of Sept. 6-12, including the following.

Maine State Police Troop F Report, Sept. 13-19, 2021

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of Sept. 13-19, including the following.

Houlton man arrested for trafficking after police find meth and $18,000 in vehicle

A Houlton man has been arrested on drug trafficking charges after police seized 50 grams of methamphetamine and more than $18,000 in cash.

Market Pizza is newest dining destination in downtown Houlton

If the first month of business is any indication, southern Aroostook’s newest eatery has already carved out its slice of the food business pie.

F.A. Peabody promotes Landry to commercial lines service agent

Mary Cray, CIC, Northern Penobscot district manager for F.A. Peabody Insurance is pleased to announce the promotion of Jaylene Landry, ACSR, CISR, to commercial lines service agent. Landry started working as a personal lines service agent in June, 2014, and subsequently earned her Accredited Customer Service Representative designation.

GHCA boys, girls cross country win home meet

The Greater Houlton Christian Academy cross country squads dominated the field Wednesday, Sept. 22 in a regular season meet held in Houlton.

Stand Down for vets to provide assistance

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Maine Vet Centers, Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services and community partners will hold a Stand Down for homeless Veterans from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 5, in Caribou.

Births at Houlton Regional Hospital – July – August, 2021

The following births were recorded recently at Houlton Regional Hospital.

Houlton area From our Files – Week of September 22, 2021

100 Years Ago - Sept. 22, 1921 Seventy-fourth year at Ricker -- The Ricker Classical Institute began last week its 74th year as one of the most successful schools in the state of Maine.

Houlton Elementary School receives donations from local groups

Houlton Elementary School received generation donations from two local organizations -- Monument Lodge No. 96 and Houlton Elks Lodge No. 835 -- at the start of the school year.

Robert’s story

I fell in love with it as soon as I drank “it.” I absolutely fell in love. The high from alcohol calmed me down when I was stressed. I didn’t even care about the hang overs, shakes, or hours of dry heaving the next day. I had fallen in love.

With students back in class, UScellular to fund academic and athletic youth organizations through Community Connections program

As Maine welcomes students back to in-person classes and learning, athletic teams, afterschool STEM programs and organizations are looking for ways to continue their respective programming.

Let’s Go! recognizes 68 sites in Aroostook County for helping to create healthy environments

Let’s Go! Aroostook, a program of Aroostook County Action Program, announced that they now have, four out-of-school programs, 29 early care and education programs, and five school programs across Aroostook County that are being recognized for creating places in which unhealthy food choices, sugar drinks and screen time are limited, and physical activity is encouraged.

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of September 22, 2021

A few weeks ago, we received a phone call from a lady who had just trapped a kitten. When we arrived to get it we noticed that she had an injury to her hind end and to make matters worse she had maggots eating away at her flesh. The kitten was also feral.

From the Bunkers – Week of September 22, 2021

On Saturday, the Ryan Wright Memorial Scramble was held. Porter Gervais and Josh McGuire finished first. Second place was Ben Lynds and Jim Quirk. Third place was Ben and Kody Tuttle. Even though there was some rain during play, everyone had a great time.

The sunflower that rises above

For some time now, I have heard tales of the enchanting gentleman I am about to introduce you to. He has been the best friend of the man I am going to marry for many years now, and I had the delightful experience of meeting him at last.

Houlton Harvest Festival

Jada Chasse of Houlton paints a small pumpkin during the annual Harvest Festival in Market Square Saturday morning. The festival, held in conjunction with the Community Market, drew a large crowd to downtown Houlton.

What’s Happening in the Houlton area – Week of September 22, 2021

Wednesday, Sept. 22 HOULTON: Putnam House Senior Center, open 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

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