Stories by Kathleen Phalen Tomaselli

11 months ago

Texas couple restores 1860 Houlton home

Jane Putnam loves the clean, simple lines of her latest masterpiece, with its vibrant white walls, white linen sofas, floor-to-ceiling uncovered windows, original heart pine floors, high ceilings, mortar countertops, four-walled library, recessed lighting and grand piano.

12 months ago

Houlton passes new medical marijuana ordinance

In a 5-to-1 vote, councilors made it possible for five Houlton medical marijuana businesses to continue operating and serving patients, following a state regulation change.

12 months ago

Houlton students call for walkout over handling of social media post

The Houlton school district sent a letter to the community Saturday saying that the district and police had investigated the video, which showed images of girls’ faces that were edited and enlarged from other photos, and found it was not a threat and did not violate criminal law.