2 years ago
Caribou area’s top news stories in first half of 2023
From the first baby born at Cary Medical Center to the Midsommar celebration in New Sweden, it was a memorable first half of the year.
Stories by Melissa Lizotte
2 years ago
2023 was a year of downtown revitalization in Aroostook County
It’s as though 2023 was the year people in Aroostook County took a look at the vacant storefronts and aging infrastructure on the main streets of their cities and towns and said “we need to fix this.”
2 years ago
These 6 Caribou natives became big names beyond their small city
Many Mainers know about Caribou’s most famous natives, U.S. Sen. Susan Collins and NASA astronaut Jessica Meir. But did you know about these famous folks?
2 years ago
County Commissioners approve changes to Aroostook’s ARPA grant program
Aroostook municipalities and nonprofits could receive funding from the county’s $2.4 million American Rescue Plan Act grant program in 2024.
2 years ago
PFAS found on former Loring base could delay $4B fuel production project
The PFAS discovery raises legal questions about cleanup responsibilities if hazardous materials are found in the future.
2 years ago
Limestone hires new recreation director, negotiates cleanup of blighted property
As of Monday, Dec. 18, Kelly Johndro began duties as both a part-time recreation director and part-time town clerk, said Interim Town Manager Alan Mulherin.
2 years ago
New Woodland Select Board member named chairperson during first meeting
After being elected earlier this month, Matthew Cole said he wanted to help the town move forward amid conflicts that prevented the board from meeting several times.
2 years ago
Parents in Caribou district allege bullying, want school resource officer back
The district’s emphasis on proactive mental health care for students over a police presence led the parents to question if bullying is being adequately addressed.
2 years ago
Young cadets place wreaths in honor of veterans at Aroostook cemeteries
On Saturday morning, members of the Aroostook County Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol laid 400 wreaths for veterans at Northern Maine Veterans Cemetery in Caribou. Later that day, the cadets did the same for 270 veterans at Fairmount Cemetery in Presque Isle. The squadron will also send around 40 to 50 wreaths to Togus National Cemetery in Augusta.
2 years ago
Revitalized Spud Speedway ramps up schedule for 2024
Spud has gone from hosting just a few annual events to being one of Aroostook’s most sought-after venues for motor race enthusiasts and families.
