9 hours ago

Recovery walk offers support for those with addictions

Richard Silliboy of Houlton knows first hand how the dangers of alcohol can consume an individual’s life.

11 hours ago

Mars Hill mulls craft fair possibility

The Mars Hill and Blaine Homecoming Committee met recently and is looking into doing a fall craft fair in early November if there is enough interest.

11 hours ago

Eight complete training in mechanized logging

Graduates of Maine’s only post-secondary training program for operators of mechanized logging equipment were recognized Friday, Sept. 14, at a ceremony held in the woods southeast of Ashland, where they have spent weeks harvesting timber using sophisticated state-of-the-art machines like those they will encounter in the logging industry.

11 hours ago

Business donations will allow many to attend Caribou summer camps free

Local businesses recently teamed up to donate roughly $6,000 to the Caribou Wellness and Recreation Center’s outdoor camping program, which involves kayaking, overnight camping, fishing, and even mountain climbing.

14 hours ago

Power restored to Presque Isle’s North Street Healthcare

After a power outage shut down The Aroostook Medical Center’s North Street Healthcare facility Wednesday morning, administrators reopened shortly after 11 a.m.

1 day ago

Fort Fairfield police looking for stolen farm truck

The Fort Fairfield Police Department is asking for the public’s help in finding a farm truck stolen from a potato field between Sunday and Monday.

1 day ago

Health assessment offers guidance to County health care leaders

Aroostook County health care leaders gathered in Presque Isle, Houlton and Fort Kent Monday to learn about the region’s evolving community health needs.

1 day ago

Public works director appeals for dump truck funding

The public works director appeared before the Town Council on Sept. 10 to request funding to buy two dump trucks that he said are desperately needed.

2 days ago

Caribou Marathon’s success continues into third year

Wolfgang Hoeksma didn’t realize he was the oldest competitor in the Caribou Marathon until soon after finishing his race, but a smile quickly appeared after being told of the distinction.

2 days ago

Former Presque Isle police chief dismisses taxpayer-funded probe as political attack

Presque Isle’s former police chief has dismissed a taxpayer-funded investigation of his conduct as a way to “appease a few detractors who have maliciously attempted to destroy [his] campaign” for Aroostook County sheriff.

2 days ago

UMS board signs off on UMPI ag program, UMFK nursing collaboration

The University of Maine System Board of Trustees convened in Presque Isle Monday, formally approving UMPI’s new agricultural program and hearing strong support for a new collaborative nursing program with UMFK.

2 days ago

Crystal church welcomes new pastor

The Crystal Wesleyan Church welcomed its new pastor The Rev. Lisa Jo Graden and her husband at her Pastoral Installation Ceremony on Aug. 12 at the church at 348 Winding Hill Road in Crystal.

2 days ago

Contractors work on Caribou Hannaford roof before winter

Employees of Powers Roofing and Sheet Metal of Caribou were hard at work on the roof of the Hannaford Supermarket Friday morning.

2 days ago

Civic organizations look for creative ways to attract younger members

When Mandy Pooler-Hall joined the Presque Isle Rotary Club 10 years ago at age 21, she was one of the few people of her generation in the organization.

2 days ago

Cemetery superintendent addresses concerns over fallen trees on grave stones

The cemetery superintendent updated town councilors recently about the status of a tree removal project at Evergreen Cemetery and addressed concerns raised by some residents about trees falling on grave markers.

2 days ago

CHS senior brings back enthusiasm, ideas for community service from Arizona trip

Caribou High School senior Riley McNeal recently returned from a one week, all expenses paid trip to Arizona where she attended the “ME to WE” camp, which encourages a lifelong dedication to community service.

3 days ago

Police looking for Masardis hit-and-run suspect

The Maine State Police are seeking information on a driver and pickup truck suspected of leaving the scene of a crash in Masardis Saturday.

3 days ago

Bicyclists end 320-mile ride through Aroostook County

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — The 450 cyclists who participated in this year’s BikeMaine ride across central and northern Aroostook County were in good spirits Saturday, as they rolled back into Presque Isle and reflected on the good times they had during their weeklong 320-mile trip.