Stories by Anthony Brino

8 years ago

Castle Hill couple growing diverse orchard

On their hilltop homestead in Castle Hill, Gary and Tonya Willhide are tending to an eclectic mix of fruit trees, some probably among the first to be grown in Aroostook County.

8 years ago

Presque Isle traffic crashes on the rise

Vehicle crashes are increasing in Presque Isle, putting the small city in league with some high-traffic coastal tourist communities, according to a new report.

8 years ago

Cannibalism may help control potato beetle

This time of year, Colorado potato beetles are starting to snack on the leaves of newly-sprouted spuds, while challenging farmers with their ever-evolving insecticide resistance.

8 years ago

Maple Meadow Farm Fest kicks off summer

With a weekend that started wet but ended in bountiful sun, the Maple Meadow Farm Fest helped northern Maine welcome and celebrate the start of summer.

8 years ago

Fort Fairfield mulls retail marijuana ban

The town of Fort Fairfield is considering an ordinance prohibiting recreational marijuana businesses, in an effort to be proactive, said Town Manager Jim Risner.