4 weeks ago
Aroostook developer turns an old school into a 4-season retreat
“Old School Plaza is the center of Monticello like the school was,” Thompson said.
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4 weeks ago
Aroostook Agency on Aging launches ‘Age with Attitude’ Photo Contest to celebrate Older Americans Month
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — To celebrate Older Americans Month this May, the Aroostook Agency on Aging is inviting photographers of all ages and skill levels to participate in its inaugural “Age with Attitude” Photo Contest — a community-wide initiative highlighting the creativity, contributions and vibrant lives of older adults across Maine. Photo submissions will be accepted […]
4 weeks ago
Maine’s proposed data center ban could restrict facility planned at Loring
Under the terms of the bill, the center could not scale beyond 20 megawatts for the foreseeable future.
4 weeks ago
UMFK launches bachelor of science in wildlife management
FORT KENT, Maine — The University of Maine at Fort Kent has launched a new bachelor of science in wildlife management degree program, designed to prepare students for careers protecting and sustaining wildlife and habitats. Built on UMFK’s long-standing strengths in natural sciences, the new program emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning in one of the most […]
4 weeks ago
These Maine towns have the most cannabis businesses
Since recreational cannabis sales became legal in Maine five years ago, marijuana has boomed into a nearly half-billion-dollar industry. But recently, as more storefronts occupy downtowns and rural byways, some municipalities have considered taking steps to rein in the ballooning marketplace. Presque Isle, which boasts the most visible cannabis presence in northern Maine, adopted a […]
4 weeks ago
Houlton alumni launch two-week Alumni Cares campaign to support students
The Houlton High School Alumni Association will launch a two-week community giving effort beginning March 17, culminating in Alumni Cares Tuesday on March 31, to support students through the Alumni Cares Fund.
4 weeks ago
Empty Bowls Aroostook is back
Empty Bowls Aroostook is back for 2026! The event will be hosted at the Wintergreen Arts Center in the Aroostook Center Mall at 830 Main St. from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, April 10.
1 month ago
Call for vendors at upcoming Arts & Craft Fair
The Fort Kent Senior Center is excited to announce it is now accepting vendor applications for its upcoming Arts & Crafts Fair – Handcrafted in the Valley, scheduled for Saturday, April 25.
1 month ago
Farmington students will help Aroostook town recreate its image
The student-town collaboration follows a local trend that started when Van Buren partnered with Philadelphia’s Drexel University
1 month ago
Aroostook House of Comfort suite dedicated to MacPherson
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — The Aroostook Hospice Foundation is honored to announce the dedication of Suite 6 at the Aroostook House of Comfort in loving memory of Michael D. MacPherson. The dedication has been made possible through a generous $50,000 gift from his spouse Carol MacPherson, who continues her dedicated service as vice chair of […]
