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Lightning strikes Monticello home

A family of four was able to escape their home after a brief, but powerful storm Monday morning ignited a fire at 170 Wotton Road in Monticello.

Aroostook will hire someone to manage $13 million in American Rescue Plan funds

The Aroostook County government is banding together with local towns to hire someone to manage the incoming $13 million in American Rescue Plan funds.

State police recover stolen tools in car search

Maine State Police from Troop F recovered stolen property in two separate cases on July 25.

MMG Insurance announces director’s retirement

MMG Insurance Company of Presque Isle announced the retirement of Michael D. MacPherson of Presque Isle from the board of directors at the April 14 board meeting. MacPherson joined the Board in 1997 and served as chairperson from 2017-21.

After a year of waiting, Smyrna Mills boy finally gets his Make-a-Wish

When 10-year-old John-David Therrien of Smyrna Mills got in the car on Friday with his parents, Paul and Joann, he thought he was going on a regular shopping trip to Walmart.

Northern Maine Fair to bring smaller-scale fun

It might be a little shorter this year, but the upcoming Northern Maine Fair promises to pack its four days with something for all ages, from things with motors to agricultural exhibits to favorite foods, all in the name of old-fashioned family fun.

Houlton Border Patrol to restart Explorer Post program

The Houlton Border Patrol Station will resume its Explorer Post 1820 program for teenagers interested in learning more about law enforcement.

Houlton Police log – July 16 -22, 2021

The Houlton Police Department recently changed its software system for cataloging incidents that officers respond to. Because of this change, the department was not able to provide its regular police reports to the newspaper starting in mid-May.

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of July 27, 2021

As many of you know, The Ark is home to many feral cats. Caring for them can be difficult at times, especially when they are sick.

Helping Maine’s deer survive winter is focus of Presque Isle meeting

State and local wildlife and conservation experts will host a meeting in Presque Isle next week for everyone interested in understanding a new law to help Maine’s deer population better survive extreme winters.

Houlton’s Riverfront Trail to be expanded

Houlton’s Riverfront Park hiking trail will be doubling in size thanks to the efforts of a passionate volunteer group.

Dorcas Sewing Sisters craft dresses for Moldova

The Dorcas Sewing Sisters have once again crafted an array of dresses to send to underprivileged countries.

Washburn to hold public hearing on ‘Second Amendment Sanctuary’ resolution

The town of Washburn is planning to hold a public hearing on a resolution that would designate the town a ‘second amendment sanctuary’, to be held at a yet-to-be determined date.

UMaine Extension program coming to Monticello to teach young people about farming

The University of Maine Cooperative Extension program wants to introduce young people across the state to the processes behind modern farming, and Corey Farms in Monticello is one of the places they plan to do it.

U.S. Route 1 will be closed July 31 for Monticello’s 175th parade

Motorists looking to travel through the community of Monticello should take note that a section of U.S. Route 1 will be closed Saturday, July 31, to allow for the town’s 175th celebration.

Receives doctorate

Allyx L. Beaulier, daughter of Sue Rogers of Windham and Jim Beaulier of Nashville Plantation, and granddaughter of Bo and Anita Theriault of Exeter, formerly of Portage Lake, received her doctorate degree from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences School of Optometry in June.

Aroostook County Action Program seeks community assistance with 2021 Community Needs Assessment

Aroostook County Action Program has begun the process of collecting data for a 2021 Community Needs Assessment.

Landeen presented with Community Spark Award

The United Way of Aroostook’s Community Spark Award is the most prestigious annual award. This individual is always someone who has gone above and beyond to support United Way of Aroostook in a variety of endeavors.

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