9 hours ago
Cyclists pedal from Portland to the St. John Valley in 4 days
This summer he decided to take the trip to Madawaska on a bicycle.
Living
1 day ago
Why Aroostook has become a ballooning hotspot
Pilots seem drawn to The County, where history and weather combine to make this rural part of Maine ideal for ballooning.
2 days ago
Aroostook nature center is a hidden gem for summer fun
The Twin Ponds Nature and Discovery Center, celebrating its 10th year, might be one of Aroostook County’s best kept secrets.
6 days ago
Once slated for demolition, a historic church is being preserved for generations
Its ongoing historic restoration is a critical piece of its continuing success to make sure it remains a viable part of the community.
6 days ago
A Maine runner won a title in his coach’s shoes. His story is now a children’s book.
Nearly 90 years ago, Emery Plourde was one of Maine’s brightest distance running stars.
6 days ago
St. John Valley weather, June 24-30, 2026
Lows will bring mostly cloudy skies and the likelihood of afternoon showers and thunderstorms over the region
6 days ago
Mapleton Daze is ongoing
Mapleton is enjoying the 37th annual Mapleton Daze, which is now at the halfway point.
6 days ago
Acadian Day ceremony is Sunday
On Sunday, June 28, residents of the St. John Valley will gather to celebrate Maine Acadian Day, in honor of the first families who began the French settlement in 1785 in what then was known as the Madawaska Territory.
6 days ago
Entrepreneurs plan community funding concept for Madawaska’s brewpub
The duo hopes to create a new business with a funding model that’s rare in Maine, but also preserve the historic building.
6 days ago
In Maine’s Swedish Colony, Midsommar is a cultural revival
“We’re not a Fourth of July town,” said Bondeson, whose great-great-great-grandmother was among the first 50 settlers. “We have Midsommar.”
