3 months ago
The County Crossword for June 11, 2025
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.
Stories by Contributed
3 months ago
Pulmonology and sleep diagnostics practices will move to Fort Fairfield
FORT FAIRFIELD, Maine — Northern Light AR Gould Hospital wants the community to know about an upcoming change in location for two of its practices. Sleep diagnostics and pulmonology, both currently located on the hospital campus, will be moving to the Northern Light Health Center in Fort Fairfield. “We know this move will take a […]
3 months ago
Fiber workshop teaches tribal ways of the past
HOULTON, Maine – Native American traditional practices were on full display May, 23, at the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians’ Community Center during a special fiber-making workshop. Hosted by the Tribe, in partnership with the Southern Research Station of the Maine Forest Service, a small group of six individuals learned how to make fiber and […]
3 months ago
NMCC announces spring dean’s list
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Northern Maine Community College has announced its dean’s list for the spring 2025 semester, recognizing 239 students for their outstanding academic achievements. To qualify, students must attain a grade point average of 3.2 or higher, with 88 students earning special distinction for achieving a GPA above 3.85 *. “These students have […]
3 months ago
CARL introduces pen pal program ‘Heart Ties’
CARIBOU, Maine — The Center for the Advancement of Rural Living, a nonprofit based in Caribou, is proud to introduce “Heart Ties”, a handwritten letter-exchange program that helps people form meaningful connections and reduce loneliness. This program encourages individuals to write and receive letters through the U.S. Postal Service. In an increasingly digital world, Heart […]
3 months ago
Northern Maine Moose win at Hampden
HAMPDEN, Maine — The Northern Maine Moose boys lacrosse team came out on top in a shootout at Hampden Academy 17-14 on June 3. “We always enjoy playing against this team as we both started our lacrosse programs around the same time,” head coach Aaron Simoes said. “We’re seeing the same growing pains. We always […]
3 months ago
Fort Kent boys tennis defeats Mattanawcook
FORT KENT, Maine – The fourth-seeded Fort Kent boys tennis team defeated No. 5 Mattanawcook Academy of Lincoln 4-1 in a Class C North quarterfinal on June 3. The Warriors then faced top seed Orono High School in a June 4 semifinal, falling 5-0. Against Mattanawcook Fort Kent’s second doubles team of James Wilson and […]
3 months ago
Leadership Aroostook’s fourth graduating class tackles business issues to move the County forward
CARIBOU, Maine – Thirteen professionals from 12 different prominent County businesses recently completed Leadership Aroostook, a professional development initiative created by the Aroostook Partnership in conjunction with Husson University’s Institute for Strategic Leadership and Workforce Development. The goal of the program is to help prepare high potential managers for more responsibility, impact, and effectiveness in […]
3 months ago
The gift of time
Where does the time go? I have asked myself that very question when I recognize changes to every part of me: my brain, my physical strength, my body’s shape, my memory, and an abundance of additional conditions much too numerous to list.
3 months ago
Creating a Scout learning center
Aroostook Friends for Scouts is creating an outdoor learning center at the Caribou scout hall. Curt Patterson, president of Aroostook Savings and Loan and Aroostook Payroll, recently presented a $5,000 donation from each company.
