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3 years ago

PI council tackles backyard livestock ordinance

If Presque Isle adopts a non-commercial livestock ordinance, it would likely be the first County municipality to clarify whether people can keep chickens, rabbits or other livestock on their property.

3 years ago

Carsen Cyr scores 1,000th basketball point during last game of the season

MADAWASKA, Maine — There was just enough time in the basketball season this year for Carsen Cyr of Madawaska to squeeze in his 1,000th career high school basketball point.  It’s one of many athletic accomplishments he has garnered over the years. “I felt very relived that I had finally hit it in the last game […]

3 years ago

Fort Kent thespians tackle serious subject with “Boom Box”

FORT KENT, Maine — The name of the play “Boom Box”  does little to reveal the serious subject matter Fort Kent Community High School thespians will tackle in their next production.  Written by director Doug Clapp, the one-act play focuses on a group of teenagers who discuss their thoughts about participating in a mass suicide. […]

3 years ago

Fort Kent chamber names John Martin citizen of the year

FORT KENT, Maine — Retired lawmaker John Martin is well known for having been the longest serving legislator in Maine history, but he has also served as a volunteer for more than 20 community organizations.  As a result of his unwavering dedication to the people of the St. John Valley, the Greater Fort Kent Chamber […]