6 days ago
This northern Maine sanctuary sees thousands of visitors every year
The sanctuary welcomes everyone. Its stewards are carrying its peaceful mission forward with a slate of summer activities.
Outdoors
1 week ago
The County Federal Credit Union donates $50,000 to Northern Maine Community Trails
The County Federal Credit Union is proud to announce a commitment of $50,000 to support Northern Maine Community Trails, one of Aroostook County’s premier outdoor recreation and community assets.
1 week ago
Aroostook nature center is a hidden gem for summer fun
The Twin Ponds Nature and Discovery Center, celebrating its 10th year, might be one of Aroostook County’s best kept secrets.
4 weeks ago
Here’s a traditional type of fly fishing that’s often overlooked
While picking up mail at the post office recently, I crossed paths with a local fly fishing acquaintance and stopped to chat.
1 month ago
Community Trails launches matching campaign in memory of forester
Northern Maine Community Trails is in the midst of a community fundraising campaign honoring the life of local forester Hugh Violette, with all donations matched dollar-for-dollar up to $22,300 through June 5. The matching challenge was established by Hugh’s parents, Dennis and Holly Violette, who chose to support Northern Maine Community Trails because they believe […]
1 month ago
As bird watching grows, hobbyists flock to Caribou for monthlong birding series
This May was likely the most successful month in the program’s 14 years, organizers said.
1 month ago
What’s your line?
The correct line and even the correct leader weight, length, color and density can turn a bust outing into a boon day.
2 months ago
Elks annual youth fishing derby set for May 30
In preparation for the annual Presque Isle Elks’ “Hooked on Fishing, Not Drugs” youth fishing derby, the Enfield hatchery of the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife will stock Mantle Lake in Presque Isle with 500 8- to 11-inch long trout on Thursday, May 28.
2 months ago
The County Federal Credit Union awards community grant to support veterans and families
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — The County Federal Credit Union is proud to announce the awarding of a Community Mini-Grant to Witt’s End Wilderness, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating meaningful outdoor experiences for veterans and their families in Northern Maine. In celebration of its 70th anniversary in 2026, the credit union launched a Community Mini-Grant […]
2 months ago
Wilton power sports company buys longtime Aroostook shop
“Everyone talks about it. If you want the best trails, go to The County. I hear it in Wilton,” he said. “So guess what? I’m in The County.”
