3 hours ago

United Way helps children kick off summer of reading and learning

First graders at Washburn District Elementary School received a special gift on Thursday morning, courtesy of United Way of Aroostook’s Summer Slide reading program.

14 hours ago

Medical school launches local clerkship program

People who live in rural America face serious health disparities because of an acute shortage of physicians and the resulting lack of access to care.

15 hours ago

Family politics not always a straight line

These days we seem to have never-ending election cycles. Do you know your ancestors’ political leanings?

17 hours ago

Nymphs are an overlooked spring fishing option

During May the streams and rivers throughout Aroostook County tend to be high, fast and often a bit off-color too.

19 hours ago

ATV Trail Report: Some trails open for Memorial Day Weekend

With the popularity of summer trail riding, this report will give all the necessary information pertaining to all County clubs.

20 hours ago

Bob the Builder I am not, but I try

I’ve decided I need to make it official. I’m going to become (drumroll, please) a handyman (err, woman).

20 hours ago

County credit union leaders earn state nods

At the Maine Credit Union League’s annual meeting and convention on May 17, credit union leaders in various categories were recognized for their outstanding service.

21 hours ago

Credit union reports continued asset growth

Officials at NorState Federal Credit Union recently announced that year-end stats for 2018 showed the credit union finishing the year strong, as the third largest credit union within its peer group in the $100 million and $200 million in assets in Maine.

2 days ago

Central Aroostook Humane Society to host annual ‘Paws’ walk on June 1

Central Aroostook Humane Society will host its annual Paws for the Cause fundraiser on Saturday, June 1.

2 days ago

Presque Isle McDonald’s closing for summer as plans for reconstruction begin

The McDonald’s restaurant on Main Street in Presque Isle will close for the summer months as construction for the restaurant’s rebuild begins.

2 days ago

Spring rider alert: many ATV trails remain closed

Although Memorial Day weekend typically heralds the start of trail riding for all-terrain vehicles and utility vehicles, many trails remain off limits due to the unusually wet spring.

2 days ago

No ongoing risk of virus at Burger Boy, officials say

Cary Medical Center and Pines Health Services administered nearly 800 hepatitis A vaccines over the course of just three days, according to a press release issued on Wednesday night.

2 days ago

Socializing your new kitten

Although the temperatures may not feel “springish,” spring always brings on an overabundance of kittens.

2 days ago

Farmers markets may apply for grants

Farm Credit East recently announced that it will provide small grants to Northeast farmers’ markets to support their promotion and development efforts.

2 days ago

MSAD 45 hires new superintendent

Larry Worcester, a former Washburn High School teacher and long-time Aroostook County educator, has taken the helm of MSAD 45 and is bringing a spirit of collaboration.

3 days ago

Former Presque Isle police chief opening gas station, market

Former Presque Isle Police Chief Matt Irwin is reopening a vacant gas station and convenience store with the aim of being a go-to place for an underserved section of Presque Isle.

3 days ago

Presque Isle police advise public to keep vehicles locked in light of recent burglaries

After a recent stint of small-scale car burglaries, the Presque Isle Police Department is encouraging members of the public to protect items in their vehicles against potential theft.

3 days ago

Weekly digital jigsaw ~ Nine World War II-era C-47 aircraft ~ Star-Herald

Crowds filled the general aviation area near Presque Isle International Airport on Sunday, May 19, to witness a piece of history.