4 years ago
SAD 1 residents vote in favor of proposed budget
Despite low turnout in several district communities, SAD 1’s previously proposed budget of $26.5 million was passed by residents during a validation vote on Tuesday.
Stories by Melissa Lizotte
4 years ago
PI declines to renew lease for city-owned transitional housing apartment units
There are many unanswered questions regarding the city of Presque Isle’s decision not to renew Homeless Services of Aroostook’s lease for transitional housing, according to general manager Lisa McLaughlin.
4 years ago
Fort Fairfield councilors opt for more discussion of controversial budget
Despite doubts from the town manager and several councilors and a looming deadline, the Fort Fairfield Town Council decided to not approve the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget for the time being.
4 years ago
Chamber breaks record with annual strawberry shortcake sale
The start of summer and the promise of post-COVID-19 days led to more people than ever scrambling to get their first tastes of fresh strawberry shortcakes on Thursday.
4 years ago
Restaurant owner hopes to give community a ‘throwback’ fast food experience
When folks step into Menu 55, the newest burger joint in Presque Isle, they’ll see dozens of family photographs lining the dining area walls and a small, close-knit family of employees frying their latest orders of large signature burgers, french fries, wings and other fast food staples.
4 years ago
FF graduates encouraged to remember community, embrace new opportunities
Twenty-one students from Fort Fairfield High School said their final goodbyes on Sunday to the teachers and administrators who have helped shaped much of their lives thus far.
4 years ago
Washburn residents vote in favor of establishing marijuana ordinance
Washburn now has an ordinance that will regulate both recreational and medical marijuana businesses in the town.
4 years ago
Call center increases job opportunities, economic development for Caribou region
Ever since SaviLinx, a Brunswick-based customer service outsourcing company, opened an office in Caribou last fall, city and company officials have deemed the expansion a major step forward in local economic development.
4 years ago
PIHS graduates urged to embrace perseverance, determination in the years ahead
Through many emotional speeches and music performances, Presque Isle High School’s Class of 2021 said goodbye while also looking forward to brighter futures ahead.
4 years ago
Martial arts school finds success with new location in Caribou
A martial arts dojo that has been a mainstay in Caribou for many years has now relocated to Sweden Street, hoping to inspire more people of all ages to embrace a lifestyle of self-awareness and protection.
