Houlton

10 months ago

The County Crossword for June 25, 2025

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.

10 months ago

Houlton will turn its controversial surveillance cameras back on

HOULTON, Maine — An Aroostook County town is turning its controversial surveillance cameras back on this week, following more than a year of public backlash about their use.  The 50-plus cameras, equipped with technology that can identify facial characteristics, led to a year-long public saga about the legality of their use. The subsequent public outrage […]

10 months ago

Houlton’s blow-out summer fest slated for July 3

HOULTON, Maine – One of Aroostook County’s biggest summer events that draws close to 8,000 kicks off next Thursday, July 3.  For the 29th year, Midnight Madness will feature food, vendors, artisans, game booths, three bands and grand finale fireworks in downtown Houlton.  This year’s theme, Treasure Island, has inspired vendors, said event organiser Jane […]

10 months ago

How local news can help your family tree

Those of you who read this column regularly know that I’m always advising genealogists to tap into local resources that may not have an online presence but may have materials that will help you in your research. One of my favorites is local newspapers. 

10 months ago

Ark Animal Sanctuary

This past week we took in three cats, two of which were injured, and the third was malnourished.

10 months ago

Regret sometimes lingers longest

Throughout our lifetime, we experience a gamut of emotions.  Perhaps the one that lingers the longest and causes the most sleepless nights is regret.