2 years ago

Electric bicyclist in critical condition after Fort Kent crash

Lonnie Charette, 65, was riding southbound on an e-bike on Market Street at approximately 10:10 a.m. when the crash occurred.

2 years ago

Presque Isle shelves camping ordinance that would affect homeless

The ordinance was introduced in June after residents complained about people camping in public spaces. Many said it would unfairly target those who are homeless.

2 years ago

Limestone mill rate jumps significantly following Wednesday vote

The select board unanimously voted for a rate of 31.5 mills per $1,000 of property value, compared with 22.69 mills last year.

2 years ago

Drier growing season brings healthy Aroostook potato harvest

Consistent and far drier weather led to early planting, good growth and no saturated or rotting potatoes, local farmers reported.

2 years ago

Hancock Lumber to acquire Tiny Homes of Maine

The two family businesses have already signed a letter of intent prior to an anticipated closing of the deal at the end of the month.

2 years ago

Frenchville moving special town meeting to Oct. 16

The board of selectmen held a special meeting earlier this week to formally set the date to Oct. 9, but they were not able to do so because they did not have a quorum, or the minimum number of required members to sign the warrant.

2 years ago

Friendship woman donates 326 acres in Aroostook to land trust

The property donated by Donna Roggenthien is located roughly 15 miles north of Patten with nearly 12,500 feet fronting Rockabema Lake.

2 years ago

Frenchville, St. Agatha to vote on accepting tech center funding

A question on their local ballot this November will ask if they will accept $230,343 for upgrades and improvements for equipment and programs at the St. John Valley Technical Center.