St. John Valley
Free tax filing help is coming
To the editor:
The County team of the AARP Tax Aide program has offered free tax assistance to the elderly, low-income people and families, and others who might need assistance for more than 20 years.
Knights promote ‘Shoes to Boots’
Paul Ouellette, a member of the Fort Kent Knights of Columbus Council 1934, recently presented a $200 gift card from the Presque Isle Walmart store to Marian Bouchard of Fort Kent Elementary School, to start off the Knights’ new Shoes to Boots program.
The challenges of caring for The County’s older adults
As a lifelong resident of The Valley, I’ve seen a lot of change in Aroostook County, but one thing has stayed constant: the way we take care of each other. Today, however, we’re facing one of the greatest challenges I can remember.
Escaping the winter doldrums
Once the excitement of the holidays has passed, it’s easy to slip into the winter doldrums. Ice, snow and cold often mean people tend to stay home and hunker down. It’s easy to do as little as possible.
K of C lotto winner, Jan. 6-12, 2025
The Fort Kent Knights of Columbus have announced the winner of their ongoing lotto fundraiser for the previous week.
PAWS Pet of the Week – Romeo
Are you looking for a companion who will fill your home with warmth and affection? Look no further than Romeo, PAWS of Fort Kent’s charming 10-year-old.
Van Buren screening documentary filmed about town
The documentary is finished and the town will be screening it at an upcoming black tie event at the American Legion on Feb. 7.
Donald Trump’s Canadian tariffs could raise electric bills in Maine border counties
Typical residential customers in Aroostook and Washington counties whose power is imported from New Brunswick would see an average monthly increase of up to $7.
















