2 months ago
The role of militia
As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution, many people are trying to determine if an ancestor served in the Army, Navy or Marines during the conflict.
St. John Valley
2 months ago
PAWS Pet of the Week – Pickle
Life has a funny way of throwing us into a pickle now and then, but this Pickle will make life sweeter. This beautiful gray tiger girl is about a year old. She is incredibly friendly and loves to make new friends. Pickle is spayed, up to date on vaccines and ready to trade the shelter […]
2 months ago
Agency on Aging nets $123K grant
The Aroostook Agency on Aging has been awarded an AmeriCorps Seniors grant totaling $123,000 from AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism.
2 months ago
The biggest fish caught at the Fort Kent muskie derby
“That’s probably the maximum size we’re ever going to see,” he said. “It’s been 20 years, and they’ve always stayed the same size.”
2 months ago
Aroostook school officials seek site for proposed new school
The districts are also planning a public meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 26, to talk about revisions to the reorganization plan, in which residents can provide feedback.
2 months ago
Rides, vehicles and animals captivate fairgoers
Scenes from the 171st Northern Maine Agricultural Fair, which ended on Sunday.
2 months ago
Hannaford to buy longtime Presque Isle grocery store
Graves Shop ‘n Save has been a core retailer in Presque Isle since 1959, when the Graves family expanded its grocery store in Mars Hill.
2 months ago
Not against child care or a gym, just against this plan
My concern is not the destination. It is the path being taken to get there.
2 months ago
Aroostook man allegedly mangled a house with a skidder
A man accused of mangling a house with a grapple skidder was arrested Saturday in Portage. Gary Belanger of Portage Lake was charged with aggravated criminal mischief, criminal trespass and violating conditions of release, Aroostook County Sheriff Peter Johnson said. The sheriff’s office received a report about 4:40 p.m. that a skidder was obstructing part […]
2 months ago
I am filing for Canadian citizenship by descent. Here’s how it’s going
In the process, I discovered pieces of my lineage I never knew existed.
