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News organization experiencing telephone outage

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Telephone lines at the Houlton Pioneer Times, The Star-Herald, the Aroostook Republican and News and the St.

Caribou wrestling nets 3 wins, 2 losses at MDI

The Caribou Vikings wrestling team won three matches of five matches Saturday, Dec. 14, at Mount Desert Island, bringing their early season dual meet record to 4-4.

Presque Isle Police seek public’s help in search for suspect

Presque Isle Police are seeking help from the community to locate a man accused of domestic violence.

Vikings boys defeat Fort Kent, Winslow

The defending state champion Caribou Vikings varsity basketball team got off to a hot start to its season this past week.

Busy time for schoolboy hoops

The regular season is now in full swing for schoolboy basketball squads with high school gymnasiums buzzing with games.

Councilors approve 2020 operational expense budget

Caribou City Councilors voted to approve next year’s expense budget after agreeing to take a close line-by-line look during a previous meeting and voting on each item of interest during their Dec. 9 meeting.

Dogs parade through downtown Houlton for Ark Animal Sanctuary’s ‘12 Dogs of Christmas’

Pups of all shapes, sizes and ages were on display Saturday in downtown Houlton as the Ark Animal Sanctuary conducted its annual “Twelve Dogs of Christmas” fundraiser.

New Fort Fairfield ice rink to open soon for skating enthusiasts

In the coming weeks, the parks and recreation department will create an 80-foot rink that will be located adjacent to the Fort Fairfield Town Office on 18 Community Center Drive, on the same land where children play basketball in the summer.

High School sports season returns

A flurry of basketball games is in store as the winter sports season tips off Friday, Dec. 6 for local high school squads.

Limestone plans ‘Nutcracker’ themed parade for Dec. 8

The streets of Limestone will be lined with holiday festivities during the town’s annual Holiday Light Parade on Sunday, Dec. 8.

Commissioners approve 2020 budget for The County

During a public hearing in Caribou, Aroostook County Commissioners approved the 2020 budget for The County and the unorganized territories.

Residents gather for holiday light parade despite chilly temperatures

A bitterly cold night, with temperatures in the single digits and a stiff wind, did not deter people from participating in the annual Holiday Light Parade through Houlton Saturday night.

Public hearing on Monticello land to be held next week

Town Councilors will hold a public hearing next week on an offer they have received on a parcel of town-owned land in Monticello that they have owned for 26 years.

Storm could bring nine inches of snow to parts of The County

Residents of Aroostook County and other parts of Maine are bracing for another winter storm that could dump up to 9 inches of snow on parts of the region Monday night into Tuesday.

Mars Hill teacher for decades reflects on past, present in library event

On Tuesday, Nov. 26, the Walter T.A. Hansen Memorial Library in Mars Hill held another installment in its Hometown Heroes series, this time showcasing a teacher whose work in the community spans decades.

Toys For Tots collections underway in Aroostook County

For the 10th year, the Northern Aroostook Toys For Tots is collecting toys to ensure that all children in Aroostook County experience the magic of Christmas.

Aroostook County Grand Jury hands up November indictments

An Aroostook County Grand Jury handed up the following indictments in November. Aroostook County District Attorney Todd Collins released the indictment list on Wednesday.

Progressive Realty celebrates 30th anniversary

Progressive Realty in Caribou recently celebrated 30 years of business during a Nov. 25 open house where current owner Cathy Duffy and her staff said they were confident that the business will keep going strong for years to come.

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