5 months ago

Madawaska officials discuss budget cuts

The total capital purchases and reserves budget, as presented to the board on Monday, was $1.38 million.

5 months ago

Philadelphia students are helping Van Buren create a business incubator

The building renovation designs would have cost the town between $75,000 and $100,000.

5 months ago

Heavy winds in Aroostook brought down lines and caused fires

Heavy Easter Sunday winds resulted in more than 10,000 power outages throughout the state.

5 months ago

Van Buren approves up to $45,000 for plow truck repairs

A mechanic discovered a fuel tank leak and a sensor issue that cost roughly $9,000 to repair.

5 months ago

Presque Isle council approves $3M loan increase for airport project

The airport terminal project has been in the works since June of 2023, and is now costing roughly $55 million. The price of the terminal alone was initially valued at $30 million, but recently increased to $38 million due to security requirements.

5 months ago

Maine PUC hears comments about Loring water rate hike

The rate hike would charge consumers roughly ten times more than before. For 900 cubic feet used per quarter, the previous rate was roughly $40. Under the new rates, it would cost $471 per quarter for the same amount.

5 months ago

Fort Kent holding public hearing for charter revisions

Town Council meetings would also occur monthly instead of biweekly on Mondays. The new changes would place every council meeting on the third Tuesday of each month.