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Katahdin Schools experiment with outdoor learning

New methods of learning, spurred on by the goal of social distancing and keeping everyone safe amid the COVID-19 pandemic, have taken Katahdin Elementary School students outside to experience a different kind of learning.

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of November 23, 2020

With another year coming to close we at The Ark are on a fundraising mission. Not knowing what the immediate future holds, and if we are going to go into lock down again, we want to make sure we are in a position to be financially stable.

RSU 29 closes schools early for Thanksgiving break due to COVID-19 case

Regional School Unit 29, which includes Houlton High School, announced on Friday, Nov. 20, that school would be canceled next week for Monday and Tuesday classes -- which were the only two days classes were scheduled for next week before the Thanksgiving break.

Holiday lights, Christmas tree to transform Houlton into winter wonderland

It may not be a traditional holiday season, but local volunteer groups are trying their best to make the season a joyous one.

Driver escapes truck crash with minor injuries

A New Hampshire man escaped serious injury Thursday when his pickup truck skidded on ice and caught fire in Dyer Brook.

First Baptist Church starts prayer box

During this difficult holiday season, the power of prayer is a tool many people who believe in it may turn to for guidance and support.

Patten food cupboard expands thanks to charity partnerships

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, the Patten Community Food Cupboard existed only as a few shelves and a refrigerator located in a small room at the Stetson Memorial United Methodist Church, supported by donations from churchgoers and community food drives.

Houlton Regional Hospital’s ‘quenching’ of MRI machine creates smoky phenomenon

Workers at Houlton Regional Hospital witnessed an unusual sight on the afternoon of Monday, Nov. 16, as plumes of what looked to be white smoke started emitting out of the hospital’s Sigrid Tomkins Health Center near its entrance.

What’s Happening in the Houlton area – November 16, 2020

Wednesday, Nov. 18 HOULTON: SMART Recovery, Aroostook Recovery Center of Hope, 36 North St., 7 p.m. FMI: 207-254-2213.

In appreciation of community support

To the editor: 2020 was Houlton’s first-ever 40 Days for Life Fall campaign, part of the 588 cities in 63 countries worldwide.

Houlton Rotary Club unveils auction plans

As the Houlton Rotary Club celebrates its 100th year of “Service Above Self,” the group has announced this year’s 65th annual Houlton Rotary Radio, TV and Internet Auction will look a little bit different this year.

Houlton area From our Files – Week of November 16, 2020

100 Years Ago - Nov. 25, 1920 Barber shop -- The Dalton Barber Shop will move into the Thibodeau Block about the first of the month.

Putnam House closes in Houlton following COVID exposure

A popular gathering spot for senior citizens has temporarily closed its doors after one of its patrons tested positive for COVID-19.

Maine State Police Troop F Report, Oct. 5-11, 2020

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of Oct. 19-25, 2020, including the following.

Houlton woman arrested on charges of fentanyl possession

A Houlton woman has been arrested and charged with aggravated trafficking of scheduled drugs, along with violating the conditions of her release.

Salvation Army seeks volunteer bell ringers

The Salvation Army’s annual Red Kettle campaign begins Thursday Nov. 19 in Aroostook County and volunteers are needed more than ever.

Houlton rec center may soon be surrounded by cherry blossom trees

The Gentle Memorial Building, home of Houlton’s recreation center, could soon find the aged crab apple trees surrounding it replaced by scenic cherry blossoms.

Border Patrol Family Network creates community for officers’ families

Members of the United States Customs and Border Patrol often find themselves transferred from location to location, oftentimes to vastly different parts of the country.

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