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Patten library closed due to building code violations

The Veterans Memorial Library, housed in one of the oldest buildings in the town of Patten, is being temporarily shut down after a survey done by the Maine Municipal Association (MMA) found the building was not up to code.

Deadline approaching for requesting absentee ballots

With the Nov. 3 election right around the corner, Houlton Town Clerk Cathy O’Leary reminds residents that it is not too late to obtain a ballot to vote absentee.

Houlton Salvation Army starts Christmas applications

The Salvation Army of Houlton is once again looking to assist families in need in Aroostook County.

What’s Happening in the Houlton area – Week of October 14, 2020

Wednesday, Oct. 14 HOULTON: SMART Recovery, Aroostook Recovery Center of Hope, 36 North St., 7 p.m. FMI: 207-254-2213.

Houlton hosts first XC meet in Riverfront Park

Saturday marked a first for the Houlton/GHCA cross country team, as the combined team hosted its first-ever meet in Riverfront Park.

Houlton council seats uncontested this year

A change in leadership is in the works for the Houlton Town Council as voters will be asked to fill four empty seats when they go to the polls this November.

Cooking with Susie Q – Week of October 12, 2020

It is cool today. I like fall weather. I love the smells, the crisp air, the colorful leaves. So, get outside, clean out the garden, pick up the yard, roll up the hose, shut off the outside faucet. Winter is coming whether we are ready or not.

Aroostook County records first snowfall of the season

The National Weather Service Caribou yesterday observed small snow flurries on the morning of Oct. 11, marking the first time that snow has officially been sighted in Aroostook County this season.

Shires finish sixth in state C meet

The Houlton golf team placed sixth in the state Class C competition at the Natanis Golf Course Saturday. The Shires tallied a 378 team score on the day.

Great grouse gunning under way

Aroostook’s unprecedented drought conditions over the last several months, combined with the restrictive pandemic guidelines, created a summer like no other.

RSU 29 superintendent named to Educate Maine board

The superintendent for RSU 29 in Houlton has been named to a statewide education board.

Hawk boys remain perfect on shortened season

The Hodgdon boys soccer team has enjoyed tremendous success on the soccer pitch this season, sporting an impressive 5-0 record during the COVID-19 shortened season.

Epic Vibes brings fast, healthy nutrition to Houlton

While most fast food restaurants around Houlton often offer little in the way of healthy options, Epic Vibes, a new store offering shakes and teas hopes to change that.

Ashland girls beat Katahdin 3-2 in close match-up

ASHLAND, Maine -- The Ashland girls soccer team defeated Katahdin 3-2 at the Ashland District School on Monday after a close match-up.

Some Halloween festivities are a go, Haunted Hayride canceled

HOULTON, Maine -- It will be a Halloween unlike any other for most Mainers this year as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to alter traditional gatherings.

Houlton Water Company putting up new utility poles along Military Street

Houlton Water Company is erecting new utility poles to replace those that have existed along Military Street for more than 50 years.

Shire golfers place third in PVC regionals

It is on to the state Class C competition for the Houlton golf team after the Shires qualified for the meet Tuesday, Oct. 6, at the JATO golf course.

Previewing the electoral race for House District 145 in Aroostook

As the Nov. 3 election draws closer, Aroostook County residents must decide not only their choices for president, the Senate and Congress, but also for many local races, including the one for Maine House District 145.

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