Caribou

4 months ago

The County Crossword for May 28, 2025

You can complete this crossword puzzle online.  Just click on the box you want to fill in and begin typing the word you think is the answer to the clue.

4 months ago

Aroostook County Action Program awarded $30,000 to repair low-income household furnace systems

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Aroostook County Action Program is proud to  announce the receipt of two grants totaling $30,000 that will directly support furnace system repairs and replacements for low-income households in northern Maine. The John T. Gorman  Foundation and the Maine Association of Realtors have each awarded funds that will strengthen ACAP’s Home Energy Assistance […]

4 months ago

Frontier Nursing University announces Paradis as 2025 Distinguished Service to Society Award recipient

Frontier Nursing University is thrilled to announce Dr. Samantha Paradis, FNP, CARN-AP of Caribou as the recipient of the prestigious 2025 Distinguished Service to Society Award. This annual honor recognizes an FNU graduate who demonstrates an extraordinary commitment to improving the lives of others through selfless service and unwavering dedication to their community. Dr. Paradis’ […]

4 months ago

Remembering an American hero

The heartbreaking story of Pfc. Gilman M. Sirois is a poignant reminder of the selflessness and bravery that defined a generation of young men who gave everything for our freedom.

4 months ago

A Memorial Day memory

It was Memorial Day weekend and some close friends of my parents had been asked to create a specifically designed parade entry, one emphasizing the process of aging. 

4 months ago

Beware of crypto scams

To the editor:
It is very likely that most Mainers, even if they have never used a cryptocurrency ATM, have seen them in neighborhood grocery stores, convenience stores or liquor stores.

4 months ago

Red Cross honors County volunteers

The American Red Cross of Northern New England recently honored several Aroostook County volunteers with the President’s Volunteer Service Award.

4 months ago

Tardie earns two degrees

Patrick T. Tardie II graduated from Maine Maritime Academy in Castine, on Saturday, May 4, with a double major, earning bachelor of science degrees in marine biology and biology.  He is the son of Paul Sr. and Yvonne Tardie of Washburn. His final semester grade point average was 3.86, above the 3.3 standard for placement […]