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Southern Aroostook towns express interest in starting new ambulance service after rate hikes

Towns across southern Aroostook met at the Oakfield Community Center on Thursday, Jan. 21, to discuss possibly forming their own ambulance service after Houlton announced substantial increases in rates for towns looking to use theirs.

Houlton Criminal Docket, August 2020

The following cases were heard under the Aroostook Criminal Docket at the Houlton Courthouse in August.

Maine State Police Troop F Report, Jan. 4-10, 2021

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of Jan. 4-10, 2021, including the following.

13-year-old Houlton girl found after being reported missing

A 13-year-old Houlton girl was found Thursday after her family reported Wednesday that she was missing.

York’s of Houlton promotes Gardner to general sales manager

York’s of Houlton has promoted Emily Gardner to general sales manager for the automobile dealership. In her new role, Gardner will be responsible for the new Toyota and Ford sales department, used vehicle sales department, finance and insurance, as well as the Customer Care Center.

Births at Houlton Regional Hospital – Dec. 2020-Jan. 2021

The following births were recently announced at Houlton Regional Hospital:

Teen injured in car accident off Front Ridge Road

A 17-year-old driver was taken to Houlton Regional Hospital with injuries from a car crash that occurred on Friday, Jan. 15.

Cary Library lists memorial donations

Cary Library has listed the following memorial donations for October, November and December 2020.

Houlton area From our Files – Week of January 18, 2021

100 Years Ago - Jan. 20, 1921 New band -- Under the direction of Emmons Robinson, assisted by a committee from the Houlton Rotary Club, work on organizing the new Houlton Band is progressing well.

Katahdin Trust employees raise $2,000 for Ronald McDonald House

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Maine was the recipient of funds raised during 2020 by employees of Katahdin Trust, a local community bank.

Pine Tree State Pledge removes the financial barrier to obtain a college degree

The University of Maine at Augusta, which has a satellite office at the Houlton Higher Education Center, is committed to providing affordable access to a university education, and helping students manage the growing costs of a college education.

Houlton Elks presents donation to Aroostook Agency on Aging

Exalted Ruler Dan Hiebert of the Houlton Lodge of Elks, BPOE 835, presents a $500 donation to Joy Barresi Saucier, executive director of the Aroostook Agency on Aging in Presque Isle,

What’s Happening in the Houlton area – Week of January 18, 2021

Wednesday, Jan. 20 ONLINE: Maine Agricultural Trades Show, online through Saturday. Agricultural and forestry presentations, discussion and networking. Registration encouraged but not required. Free and open to the public. FMI: maine.gov/dacf/ard/market_promotion/2021-ag-trades-show.shtml.

Houlton Regional receives tablets to connect COVID-19 patients with loved ones

Being diagnosed with a case of COVID-19 and requiring hospitalization can be a lonely experience while isolated from family members in order to prevent further spread of the disease, which has already claimed the lives of around 390,000 Americans.

Aroostook schools given approval to stay with ‘green’ model of learning

Schools across the region have maintained their "green" status from the Maine Department of Education, which means they can hold in-person classes, after-school activities and sports if COVID-19 has not greatly impacted their district.

York’s of Houlton promotes Gardner to general sales manager

York’s of Houlton has promoted Emily Gardner to general sales manager for the automobile dealership. In her new role, Gardner will be responsible for the new Toyota and Ford sales department, used vehicle sales department, finance and insurance, as well as the Customer Care Center.

What’s Happening in the Houlton area – Week of January 12, 2021

Wednesday, Jan. 13 HOULTON: SMART Recovery, Aroostook Recovery Center of Hope, 36 North St., 7 p.m. FMI: 207-254-2213.

Maine State Police Troop F Report, Dec. 28, 2020-Jan. 3, 2021

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of Dec. 28, 2020-Jan. 3, 2021, including the following.

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