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Houlton welcomes back CBP officer who contracted COVID-19 at southern border

When Kostas Papadopoulos entered Houlton on a rainy Tuesday afternoon riding in a U.S. Customs and Border Patrol vehicle, it was the end of a long journey that had taken him from one end of the United States to the other.

RSU 29 selects County native for next superintendent

The RSU 29 board has looked to an Aroostook County native to be its next superintendent.

Ramsey named to Vermont Tech dean’s list

Vermont Tech congratulates Lucas Ramsey for achieving dean's list honors during the spring semester of 2021. Ramsey is pursuing a bachelor of science in the computer software engineering technology program at Vermont Tech.

Houlton area From our Files – Week of June 21, 2021

100 Years Ago - June 23, 1921 New signs welcome travelers -- The Houlton Chamber of Commerce has just erected on all main roads leading into Houlton large signs bearing the words “You are now entering Houlton”

June Conservation Corner: Taking stock of Houlton’s trees

Imagine what it would be like if Court Street was suddenly devoid of trees? Or what it would be like to listen to McGill’s Community Band play without the added beauty of Monument Park’s majestic maples? Both would have consequences other than lack of aesthetic value.

Lufkin awarded Mainely Character Scholarship

Serena Lufkin, Hodgdon Middle/High School Class of 2021, was awarded a Mainely Character Scholarship for $5,000.

Commending our schools

To the editor: They made it. Houlton schools (RSU 29) are to be commended for their due diligence during the COVID-19 school year.

What’s Happening in the Houlton area – Week of June 23, 2021

Wednesday, June 23 HOULTON: Free workshop Essentials of College Planning, Houlton Higher Education Center, 18 Military St., 9, 10 and 11 a.m., 12, 1 and 2 p.m. To register or FMI, call 1 (800) 281-3703 or visit meoc.maine.edu.

Houlton councilors pose ambulance contract questions

How will losing 11 communities that had previously contracted for ambulance services affect the town of Houlton moving forward?

Southern Aroostook awards scholarships to Class of 2021

Southern Aroostook Community High School Seniors received scholarship awards of over $85,000 at their graduation ceremony held Friday, June 11 at on the SACS soccer field.

Purpose Pups dog training opens in Shiretown

Tyler Jones knew he was at a crossroads in his life and a change was needed.

Houlton honors good students for May 2021

Houlton Middle-High School Principal Tim Tweedie has announced the following students have been selected as students of the month for May.

Voters approve RSU 50 budget at the polls

A group of 110 voters among seven communities voted Tuesday, June 15, to approve a $5.6 million spending plan for RSU 50.

Houlton area From our Files – Week of June 14, 2021

100 Years Ago - June 15, 1921 Vocal students perform -- The vocal pupils of Miss Mary Burpee gave a very interesting recital at the Houlton High School auditorium Wednesday evening.

From the Bunkers – Week of June 14, 2021

All local schools are out, and that means Junior Golf has kicked off another season. This year we have had a great group of kids turn out to learn golf. Please note through August the course will be closed on Mondays, through Aug. 10, from 8:30-11 a.m. to allow the next generation of golfers to play and learn at their own pace.

Special Education director responds to violations

I am writing in response to a recent article published in the Bangor Daily News on June 10 (and in the June 16 edition of the Houlton Pioneer Times) stating that the Hodgdon School District (SAD 70) violated state regulations by improperly changing student special education programs.

5 generations

Five generations of the Brewer family gathered in Houlton recently.

Houlton Middle High School fourth quarter honor roll for 2020-21

Houlton Middle-High School Principal Tim Tweedie has announced the fourth quarter honor roll for the 2020-21 school year.

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