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Presque Isle beats out Houlton in softball and baseball games

It was a stellar day for the Presque Isle Wildcats with May 18 wins for the boys varsity baseball team of 11-1 and girls softball 3-1 over the Houlton Shires.

Adam Bouchard named 2022 Aroostook County Deputy of the Year

A sheriff’s deputy with a reputation for excellence and a passion to serve others has been named 2022 Deputy of the Year by the Aroostook County Sheriff’s Office.

Aroostook Agency wants to break down barriers for older residents as technology advances

Aroostook Agency on Aging is celebrating 50 years of service as the agency looks for better ways to break down barriers to services older people may need, and to support the aging population through technology.

Houlton Higher Education Center recognizes new college graduates

A celebration was held on Thursday, May 11, at the Houlton Higher Education Center to recognize University of Maine at Presque Isle and University of Maine at Augusta graduates who had a connection to the Houlton Center.

Houlton area From our Files – Week of May 17, 2023

75 Years Ago, May 13, 1948 Colby Basketball Capt. To Coach at Houlton H.S. – Houlton High School is getting a new basketball coach next fall and one known throughout Maine and New England for years of star performance on the court with the baskets. He is Eugene A. “Gene” Hunter, Colby College captain of basketball this year, and former start at this home-town high school at Presque Isle.

Elks celebrate National Honor Society

On Wednesday, May 3, the Houlton Lodge of Elks No. 835 hosted a recognition dinner for local National Honor Society students, families and advisers.

Maliseet tribal ambassador to speak at Church of the Good Shepherd

Osihkiyol Crofton-Macdonald, tribal ambassador for the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, will talk about the history of the relationship between the Maliseet Indians and Houlton-area settlers at the Church of the Good Shepherd on May 23.

Houlton Criminal Docket, January 2023

The following cases were heard under the Aroostook Criminal Docket at the Houlton Courthouse in January.

Northern Maine Moose top Lawrence in lacrosse

Northern Maine Moose Boys Lacrosse claimed their first win against Lawrence High School in a 10-to-7 victory Saturday, March 13. It was a historic first win as a varsity team, according to Coach Adam Simoes.

Please vote on mining project

To the editor: I’m reaching out today to let you know about an upcoming vote at the town office and to give you some insights into what I’ve learned about the Pickett Mountain mining project over the last three years.

GHCA plans 26th annual Bike-a-Thon on Saturday

Greater Houlton Christian Academy will hold its 26th annual Bike-a-thon on Saturday, May 20. “Each year the bike-a-thon raises approximately $20,000. This past year exceeded our expectations, raising $31,000. We hope to do that again this year,” said Sarah Porter, Bike-a-thon co-chairperson.

Workforce coordinator will build bridges for ‘new Mainers’

Victoire Liwanga recently became workforce development coordinator for New Mainers at Northern Maine Community College.

Houlton/GHCA track and field stars shine amid harsh conditions

Our team took to the lanes of Caribou High School this past Saturday, May 13 as week four of the PVC meet schedule brought the Aroostook County League and the teams from Ellsworth, Central of Corinth, and Piscataquis of Guilford together.

Committee plans eclipse forum

The Southern Aroostook Development Corporation’s Attraction Committee continues planning for the total solar eclipse taking place across Maine on April 8, 2024.

Development group welcomes new director

The Southern Aroostook Development Corporation hosted a meet-and-greet event at the Shiretown’s UpOver to welcome its new executive director, Johanna Johnston, on Thursday, May 4.

United Ag & Turf, NE expands locations to Aroostook County

United Ag & Turf, NE, which operates John Deere dealerships throughout New England and eastern New York, has added John Deere agriculture and turf products to their current United Construction & Forestry locations in Houlton and New Canada.

Houlton native named General Superior of Sisters of St. Joseph of Lyon

The initial reaction of Sister Judy Donovan, CSJ to her appointment as General Superior of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Lyon is equal parts joy, excitement, and anticipation of the many responsibilities the Winslow resident will face when she assumes the role in August. Sister Judy was elected to the position for a 6-year term.

RSU 29 eliminates 15 positions in 2023-2024 $15.7 million budget

Dwindling student enrollments and increased state property valuations reduced the state subsidy to RSU 29, forcing the district to cut positions in next year’s school district budget.

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