6 years ago
Driver falls asleep at wheel, strikes pole in Crouseville
The Washburn and Presque Isle police departments responded on Saturday, Oct. 5, to a vehicle accident that occurred when a 20-year-old male driver struck a utility pole.
Stories by Melissa Lizotte
6 years ago
Aroostook potato harvest still on schedule despite bout of cool, rainy weather
While last September saw many Aroostook County farmers delaying their work in the potato fields due to warmer than average temperatures, this year’s harvest season started with a slight pause due to rain and much cooler early autumn temperatures.
6 years ago
Micmac embroidery artifacts ‘come home’ to inspire cultural preservation
Thanks to a collaboration with the Bar Harbor-based Abbe Museum, the Aroostook Band of Micmacs were able to temporarily display a crucial piece of their cultural heritage and take the first step toward bringing traditional porcupine quill embroidery practices back to their community.
6 years ago
For many in Presque Isle area, public housing gives them “stepping stones” to better futures
Ten years ago Leslie Smart and her family were renting a house in Presque Isle when their landlord said they had to leave because the landlords’ son wanted to live in the home.
6 years ago
Awareness training aims to promote greater understanding of suicide prevention
For many people in Aroostook County, suicide is a topic that is both hard to talk about and one that hits close to home. A recent training held at the Boys and Girls Club of Presque Isle encouraged community members to go beyond the statistics and think of how they could potentially help someone in need of support.
6 years ago
UMPI officials, community farmers celebrate opening of new research greenhouse
The University of Maine at Presque Isle is the home of a new teaching and research greenhouse that will prepare students for real-life work experiences within the agricultural and agribusiness fields.
6 years ago
Hope and Justice Project to host annual awareness walk in Presque Isle
The Hope and Justice Project is encouraging people in Presque Isle to “walk it up” in support of domestic violence awareness.
6 years ago
Fort Fairfield police arrest Limestone man in connection with burglary at Griffith Farms
The Fort Fairfield Police Department arrested a Limestone man Friday in connection with a burglary at Griffith Farms in Fort Fairfield.
6 years ago
Latest data shows increase in tourist visitors, economic impact for Aroostook County
The most recent data compiled through the Maine Office of Tourism shows that Aroostook County has seen an increase in the number of tourists visiting and spending money throughout the region. The increase is credited mainly to the outdoor recreation opportunities available there.
6 years ago
Central Aroostook schools give back to food pantries during annual conference
During a busy day of professional development workshops Friday, teachers and administrators from schools across central Aroostook County took time to donate food and money to support Catholic Charities food pantries.
