1 dies in Amity building fire
The fire at 44 Emily Drive was reported to state fire marshals around 2:30 p.m., according to Maine Department of Safety spokesperson Shannon Moss.
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A Houlton woman’s health crisis inspired her to open a fitness studio
Alissa Beals’ love of sharing the dance steps with the women in her class was apparent as she smiled, laughed and made the 45-minute rigorous workout feel more like a party than work.
Aroostook native gives 3 students a second chance at diploma
Littleton native James McBride, who now lives in Savannah, Georgia, decided earlier this fall to donate $30,000 for three full tuition, one-year scholarships to the Carleton Project located in Houlton’s historic downtown.
Houlton Elks serve local veterans
On Monday, Nov. 11, Houlton Elks Lodge 835 provided a free meal to all of the area veterans and their families.
Early census oddities
One of the frustrating things involving the early U.S. censuses (1790-1840) is that the members of the household aren’t named, nor their relationship to one another given.
Houlton student wins veteran interview program
Houlton Middle High School has announced that Peter Bonaparte, a dedicated and talented student, has won first place in the Cole Land Transportation Museum’s prestigious Veteran Interview Program.
Houlton area From our Files – Week of November 20, 2024
75 Years Ago – October 4, 1949
Over 500 Take Part In Folk Dance Festival — The Folk Dance Festival, which was held at the Recreation Center, proved to be a successful undertaking. Over 549 people participated in this Festival.
Trump’s immigration strategy could jeopardize the migrant labor Maine farms rely on
While local farmers feel that the H-2A visa program is secure, some policy analysts warn of stricter approval thresholds for those applications under Project 2025 guidelines, which some believe is the blueprint for Trump’s second term.
The County Crossword for Nov. 20, 2024
You can complete this crossword puzzle online. Just click on the box you want to fill in and begin typing the word you think is the answer to the clue.
Wrong-way driver on I-95 arrested in Aroostook County
James Burch, 75, of Freeport, was arrested and brought to the Aroostook County Jail in Houlton on charges of criminal OUI, aggravated driving to endanger, and passing a roadblock.