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11 months ago

Halloween pet safety

We want to remind everyone that if you are looking to spend a few hours enjoying the best of what the northern Maine crafters produce, then be sure to stop by the Caribou Arts and Crafts Fair this coming weekend.  

11 months ago

Fall activities come to Mapleton

Last weekend the Mapleton Daze Committee held a very successful Fall Craft and Vendor Fair at the Mapleton Elementary School.  

11 months ago

How lessons from devastating blazes spawned a fire department

The City of Presque Isle was founded in 1828 and was known as Fairbanks Mills.  Despite being a growing village, the community was not proactive about fighting fires, even though most buildings at the time were constructed of wood, until some 50 years later.   

11 months ago

Club honors outgoing president

The Kiwanis Club of Presque Isle recently celebrated the passing of the gavel, as 2023-24 president George Watson chaired his final meeting and welcomed incoming president Dan Amero

11 months ago

Supporting David McCrea

To the editor:

Aroostook County voters in Maine state Legislative District No. 3, we recommend that you look at the qualifications of candidate David McCrea for state representative.

11 months ago

Parts manager retires after 35 years of service

York’s of Houlton employees celebrated Dale Ivey’s retirement with a grand send-off dinner on Thursday, Oct. 3.   After 35 years of service, Ivey, the long-serving parts manager at the Houlton dealership, is retiring. Known for his professionalism and deep commitment to customer service, Ivey has become a beloved figure at the dealership and in the […]

11 months ago

PAWS Pet of the Week – Luna and Bernadette

Luna (black) and Bernadette (gray) have sought comfort with each other while adjusting to shelter life. PAWS staff feel that they need each other once adopted.

11 months ago

The County Crossword for Oct. 23, 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.