2 weeks ago

As small police departments in rural Maine disappear, one town is hanging on

Forty-nine of Maine’s 101 municipal police departments operated with 10 or fewer full time officers in 2024. That includes Ashland.

3 weeks ago

CMP shares northern Maine transmission route with legislators

The discussion with legislators was one of many that will take place over the coming weeks and months.

3 weeks ago

Catholic Charities of Maine ribbon cutting

The Greater Houlton Chamber of Commerce had the pleasure to hold a ribbon cutting for Catholic Charities Maine’s new commercial freezer at its Monticello warehouse, strengthening food distribution across rural Northern Maine.

3 weeks ago

Aroostook man charged with sex crimes against an 8-year-old is out on bail

He was charged with three felonies and two misdemeanors for sexually related acts against two young girls.

3 weeks ago

The County Crossword for October 7, 2026

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

How Susan Collins’ and Troy Jackson’s Aroostook roots are shaping their US Senate race

In no race in the state’s modern memory have the candidates so heavily wielded their roots to lure voters.

3 weeks ago

It’s all about family on this farm

Mark and Gloria Goughan started their potato farm with Mark’s dad in 1978. Now, almost 50 years later, Mark and Gloria’s three daughters are taking on their legacy.