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Scorching temperatures arrive in The County

Temperatures in Aroostook County soared to near 90 for the first time this season, just a few weeks after a foot of snow fell in the area.

Caribou area From our Files – Week of May 25, 2020

115 Years Ago - May 31, 1905 Hail Storm -- This part of the County received a sudden baptism of hail Monday morning a little after seven. The hailstones, some as large as walnuts came down with considerable force and covered the ground.

AMHC recovery centers host County events

Roads to Recovery and Aroostook Recovery Center of Hope, substance use peer recovery service providers, are hosting several public events in May.

Cary Medical Center transitions to in-house security force to enhance safety

Cary Medical Center has transitioned from a private security firm to an in-house security force, with the goal of enhancing patient and staff safety.

AMHC and Healthy You Highlight Mental Health Awareness Month in May

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc. (AMHC) is pleased to participate in a series of community conversations with Healthy You, a program of Cary Medical Center in Caribou.

Caribou veteran honoring emergency personnel and health care workers

In honor of Memorial Day, a United States Navy veteran is paying tribute to other veterans, health care workers, firefighters and law enforcement by playing them a nightly tune.

Theriault earns Principal’s Award

Alya Theriault of Caribou, a senior at Caribou High School, has been selected to receive the 2020 Principal's Award, Principal Travis Barnes announced recently.

Jackson to hold virtual town hall meeting on May 27

Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, will hold a virtual town hall meeting at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27.

Caribou council discusses removal of up to date tax requirements for candidates and members

Caribou City Councilors discussed an ordinance on Monday that would remove up to date tax payment requirements for candidates and current members.

Caribou area From our Files – Week of May 18, 2020

115 Years Ago - May 24, 1905 Store -- On Monday this week the store of H.A. Edwards & Co. changed owners, the new proprietors being George Smith and Charles Bishop.

Pines welcomes new OB/GYN provider

Pines Health Services has announced that Dr. Justin Salerno has joined its team of obstetrics and gynecological care providers.

Stockholm nets $2,000 safety grant

Officials for the town of Stockholm recently announced that they have been awarded a safety enhancement grant by the Maine Municipal Association Workers Compensation Fund in the amount of $2,000.

Madawaska Lake crash causes major vehicle damage

A crash at the Lake Shore Drive and Route 161 intersection in Madawaska Lake on Monday caused severe damage to two vehicles as three individuals were taken to Cary Medical Center with minor injuries.

Caribou VFW paying tribute to USNS Comfort crew

The Lister-Knowlton Post 9389 VFW in Caribou is planning to pay tribute to the crew of the USNS Comfort, a United States Navy Mercy Class Hospital ship that recently assisted with the COVID-19 response in New York, by allowing people to write messages on a large banner hanging outside the building.

Caribou firefighters save multiple homes from grass and stove fires

The Caribou Fire and Ambulance crew saved multiple homes on May 14 that were threatened by outdoor fires -- one from a pellet stove spark and others from a grass fire.

Veteran food delivery receives overwhelming community response

Police escorted traffic as veterans lined up in vehicles nearly half a mile from the Caribou Lister-Knowlton VFW Post 9389 building to receive food boxes from 222 Cares, a Maine organization that supports veterans who are dealing with PTSD, addiction and mental health issues.

Castle Hill man injured after mechanical failure caused single-vehicle crash

A Castle Hill man was injured after his vehicle was involved in a crash Thursday evening, according to the Maine State Police.

Limestone hires new town manager

George “Bud” Finch will officially begin serving as Limestone’s new town manager on Monday.

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