6 months ago
Presque Isle man joins Maine Community Foundation board
The Maine Community Foundation recently welcomed four new members to its board of directors. They will begin their first term in September.
State
6 months ago
Fort Fairfield residents voice concerns about border station construction
As the proposed land port of entry project takes shape, a resident who wants to maintain access to her home and others who worry the border will be closed for an extended period questioned federal leaders.
6 months ago
14 US Senators ask CDC to halt new border regulations for dogs
The senators, including Maine’s Susan Collins, said that constituents in their states are concerned about the burdensome effects of this rule and they are asking the CDC to allow time for more public comment.
7 months ago
It’s about to get harder to bring dogs into the US
All dogs entering the United States must appear healthy upon arrival; be at least six months old; be International Standards Organization-compatible microchipped; be vaccinated for rabies; and be accompanied by a CDC Dog Import Form online submission receipt.
7 months ago
Weight restriction to be lifted on Aroostook international bridge next month
The Maine Department of Transportation expects to lift the weight restriction in August but a specific date and time had not been set as of July 1.
8 months ago
Old international bridge in Madawaska closing before new one opens on June 6
The old bridge will close at 8 a.m. on June 3, according to the U.S. General Services Administration.
8 months ago
Maine’s only public magnet school is ‘at the limit’ of its finances
A Legislative bill proposing regular budget increases for Maine’s only public magnet high school is unlikely to pass this year, forcing the school to explore new ways to generate revenue.
8 months ago
Long-awaited repairs begin on Route 1 through Presque Isle
Workers will repair and replace pavement on a 2.3-mile section of Route 1 starting near the University of Maine at Presque Isle and going north.
9 months ago
Legislature fails to fund Aroostook County drug court
The House did not act on this bill and many other measures because Gov. Janet Mills warned that the Legislature was pushing the state budget to a breaking point.
9 months ago
Fort Fairfield educator is Aroostook’s Teacher of the Year
A Fort Fairfield health instructor is Aroostook County’s Teacher of the Year for 2024.
