2 weeks ago
Fort Fairfield man pleads guilty to manslaughter in death of infant son
Stanley Hazell, 25, entered the plea last week in Aroostook County Superior Court before Justice Stephen Nelson.
Houlton
2 weeks ago
Maine Potato Board names Tapley as executive director
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine – The Maine Potato Board has announced Jeannie Tapley as its new executive director, succeeding Don Flannery who retired in October. Tapley’s appointment marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Board and the Maine potato industry, as she transitions to the new role while bringing years of experience with the […]
2 weeks ago
Houlton area From our Files – Week of December 4, 2024
50 Years Ago – December 4, 1974
Oldest Resident Honored — Mrs. Mary Sullivan is presented the Boston Post gold headed cane by Town Council Chairman Robert Anderson. The cane has been in Houlton for many years and is awarded to the oldest citizen.
3 weeks ago
The County Crossword for Dec. 4, 2024
You can complete this crossword puzzle online. Just click on the box you want to fill in and begin typing the word you think is the answer to the clue.
3 weeks ago
Review board examines line items in proposed Houlton budget
As it stands, next year’s budget is $2.45 million more than this year’s $13.7 million budget with some of the highest increases coming from police, ambulance, public works, employee benefits, roads and RSU 29.
3 weeks ago
Amity fire victim remembered as ‘generous and kind soul’
The body of Anthony “Tony” Martinez, 43, was discovered along with one of his three dogs, Buddy, in the home he owned at 44 Emily Drive.
3 weeks ago
Hand recount begins in Maine’s 2nd Congressional District race
Representatives of each campaign work with staff from the secretary of state’s office to manually review each paper ballot, a process that could take several weeks.
3 weeks ago
Aroostook holiday-themed dating game is looking for single men
The matchup takes place at 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 13 at Bastions Tavern in downtown Houlton.
3 weeks ago
Aroostook Partnership president/CEO resigns
Aroostook Partnership President & CEO Scott Dionne has decided to resign from his position to pursue a leadership role with a national building products distribution company. This new position leverages his nearly 30 years of construction experience while allowing him to pursue his passion of product development and building science education. The hybrid nature of […]
3 weeks ago
Houlton Festival of Trees surpassed expectations
This year’s event raised more than $113,500 to purchase medical equipment for the hospital and local nonprofit clinics.
