2 hours ago

Snowmobile Trail Report, Jan. 18, 2019

All the reports that I have been hearing from all the snowmobilers are the trails are in the best shape that they have seen at this time of year. This is true from the southern reaches of The County to the Allagash and all trails in between. All the clubs have been doing an outstanding job with their respective sections of trails. The groomer operators of The County are truly the best around.

5 hours ago

Emera Maine prepares for weekend winter storm

As northern and eastern Maine brace for a winter storm expected to bring wind, snow and ice to the region, utility officials are working to ensure resources are in place to safely repair any resulting damage to the electrical system.

6 hours ago

Hundreds again looking to participate in Long Lake Ice Fishing Derby

Hundreds of fishermen and women will once again compete for prizes totaling $18,500 and bragging rights during the Long Lake Ice Fishing Derby Jan. 25-27.

7 hours ago

How to combat ‘winter depression’ in Maine

Medical science has shown that the short days and lack of sunlight in northern latitudes can have negative physical and emotional effects on some people. In fact, seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, is treated by doctors and therapists as a real and potentially life-threatening condition.

1 day ago

Presque Isle area From our Files (week of January 16, 2019)

Seeks re-nomination -- Mr. S.P. Archibald, serving as chairman of the Board of County Commissioners, according to his announcement printed elsewhere, was a candidate for re-nomination.

1 day ago

County Faces: Sarah Brooks of Nashville Plantation

Whether she is tending to horses on her farm in Nashville Plantation, helping students prepare for college or leading a trip to Quebec City, Sarah Brooks has most enjoyed using her passions for the outdoors, education and history to give back to the Aroostook County communities that raised her.

1 day ago

Houlton area From our Files (week of January 16, 2019)

Railroad news — The announcement that the Maine Central has purchased the control of the Washington County railroad will create no surprise in railway circles.

1 day ago

Valley welcomes first baby of 2019

The St. John Valley had to wait a week into the new year, but was finally able to greet its first baby of 2019.

1 day ago

Caribou Men’s Bowling League (Week ending Jan. 10, 2019)

Teams CSG Construction (30-18), Dead River (34-26), Sports Inn (26-22), Fournier’s Transportation (26-22), Knights of Columbus (32-28), R&M Lawncare (20-28), County Federal Credit Union (24-36), Logjammers (12-24).

2 days ago

FFA members learn about leadership, serving others

On Friday, January 11, 2019, at the Northeastland Hotel, student state officers of FFA (formerly known as “Future Farmers of America”) and their assistants conducted a workshop on topics of community service and leadership for Aroostook County FFA chapters.

2 days ago

Caribou area From our Files (week of January 16, 2019)

Russell Ryder and Nathan Currier gave a social dance in Odd Fellows’ hall last Friday evening, about 40 guests being present. Music was furnished by Miss Washburn. Refreshments were served in the banquet hall.

2 days ago

Weekly digital jigsaw puzzle — Sincock demolition — Aroostook Republican & News

Workers have finished with the asbestos abatement at the Sincock building in Caribou and removed an outer foam layer that looked like brick, exposing the actual brickwork underneath.

2 days ago

Northern Lanes bowling results (Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018-Thursday, Jan. 3, 2019)

Dunchaud (32.5-23.5), BiPolar Rollers (30-22), MKSB (28-24), Not Quite Sure (25-23), No Names (25-23), Yo-Yo’s (27-29), Who Cares (21.5-26.5), Misfits (22.5-29.5), M&Ms (20.5-31.5).

2 days ago

Cartoon of the week (week of January 16, 2019)

By E.A. Williams

2 days ago

The ‘super wolf blood moon’ is coming Saturday, but Mainers may not be able to see it

It sounds like something out of a horror movie, but the so-called super wolf blood moon coming this weekend is just a pretty celestial spectacle.

2 days ago

Digital Crossword Puzzle — January 16, 2019

Crossword puzzle for January 16, 2019.

3 days ago

Weekly digital jigsaw puzzle — Aroostook League Cheering Championships — Star-Herald

Presque Isle’s Rebekah Poliero, left, and Claire Mautz perform during Friday’s Aroostook League Cheering Championships. The Wildcats captured the title.

3 days ago

How to sew a button back on

Don’t let a perfectly good garment go to waste when it needs a small repair! Here’s how to sew a button back on.