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Katahdin Trust named one of the 2020 Best Places to Work in Maine

Katahdin Trust Company, a local community bank founded in 1918, serving northern Maine and the greater Bangor and Portland regions, was recently named as one of the 2020 Best Places to Work in Maine.

Children’s author visits HES virtually

HOULTON, Maine -- First-grade students at Houlton Elementary School had the privilege to meet Iza Trapani, a successful children’s author, by way of Zoom during a special Oct. 2 session.

Houlton Town Council introduces return to work policy for ill and injured town employees

Houlton unveiled a new return to work policy for town employees that would allow the town to continue to employ sick or injured employees in lighter duty roles once cleared by a doctor or preferred provider.

Political newcomers seek House District 144 seat

Two political newcomers are looking to fill a seat in the Maine House of Representatives for House District 144 after the current representative dropped out of the race.

Keep Carpenter in the Maine Senate

To the editor: Aroostook and Northern Penobscot residents have the good fortune to be represented by Michael Carpenter in the Maine Senate. Mike treats all people with respect, dignity and kindness.

Houlton area From our Files – Week of October 12, 2020

100 Years Ago - Oct. 20, 1920 Making good at radio school — Fred Biethen, a graduate of Houlton High School’s Class of 1920, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Biethen, who is now attending the Boston Radio School, is making good in his chosen profession.

Senate Race

To the Editor: As a registered Independent, I vote according to whom I feel is the best candidate and not the political party. This my personal experience with Susan Collins and her staff.

Patten library closed due to building code violations

The Veterans Memorial Library, housed in one of the oldest buildings in the town of Patten, is being temporarily shut down after a survey done by the Maine Municipal Association (MMA) found the building was not up to code.

Houlton Salvation Army starts Christmas applications

The Salvation Army of Houlton is once again looking to assist families in need in Aroostook County.

What’s Happening in the Houlton area – Week of October 14, 2020

Wednesday, Oct. 14 HOULTON: SMART Recovery, Aroostook Recovery Center of Hope, 36 North St., 7 p.m. FMI: 207-254-2213.

Houlton council seats uncontested this year

A change in leadership is in the works for the Houlton Town Council as voters will be asked to fill four empty seats when they go to the polls this November.

Cooking with Susie Q – Week of October 12, 2020

It is cool today. I like fall weather. I love the smells, the crisp air, the colorful leaves. So, get outside, clean out the garden, pick up the yard, roll up the hose, shut off the outside faucet. Winter is coming whether we are ready or not.

Aroostook County records first snowfall of the season

The National Weather Service Caribou yesterday observed small snow flurries on the morning of Oct. 11, marking the first time that snow has officially been sighted in Aroostook County this season.

RSU 29 superintendent named to Educate Maine board

The superintendent for RSU 29 in Houlton has been named to a statewide education board.

Epic Vibes brings fast, healthy nutrition to Houlton

While most fast food restaurants around Houlton often offer little in the way of healthy options, Epic Vibes, a new store offering shakes and teas hopes to change that.

Some Halloween festivities are a go, Haunted Hayride canceled

HOULTON, Maine -- It will be a Halloween unlike any other for most Mainers this year as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to alter traditional gatherings.

Previewing the electoral race for House District 145 in Aroostook

As the Nov. 3 election draws closer, Aroostook County residents must decide not only their choices for president, the Senate and Congress, but also for many local races, including the one for Maine House District 145.

Houlton Criminal Docket, March 2020

The following cases were heard under the Aroostook Criminal Docket at the Houlton Courthouse during the month of March.

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