5 months ago
Houlton looks to borrow $750,000 to rebuild deteriorating road
On May 6, Houlton voters will decide whether the town can proceed with the much-needed $894,450 Reservoir Hill Road project.
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5 months ago
Mainers remember Pope Francis for compassion and humility
Many in Maine and elsewhere are remembering Francis for his deep connection to the poor.
5 months ago
Houlton town councilor resigns after move to Ottawa
Mark Horvath, who was into his second term on the Houlton Council, resigned via Zoom from his new home in Ottawa.
5 months ago
Residents applaud a Maine school board’s break with Janet Mills on transgender students
On Monday night, the MSAD 70 school board unanimously voted to only recognize two sexes of students — biological males and females — and bar students from using private spaces reserved for members of the opposite sex.
5 months ago
Katahdin Trust offers homebuying assistance through FHLBank Boston’s special purpose credit programs
HOULTON, MAINE — Katahdin Trust, a local community bank that serves northern Maine and the greater Bangor and Portland regions, has been approved to participate in several down payment assistance programs to promote homeownership. Each program is funded by the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston and offers financial assistance to qualified individuals who are […]
5 months ago
The County Crossword for April 16, 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.
5 months ago
Maine school board adopts Trump language recognizing only 2 sexes
The MSAD 70 school board in Hodgdon voted to recognize only two sexes and require that all private spaces be separated by biological sex.
5 months ago
Tracing adoptions in your family tree
For many years obtaining copies of adoption records was impossible. Adoptees were denied their original birth certificates, which were sealed, and they had no recourse when it came to tracing their biological parents.
5 months ago
Players open 36th season with classic love story
The County Community Players will begin their 2025 season with four spring performances of playwright Kate Hamill’s adaptation of the classic love story “Pride & Prejudice.”
5 months ago
Longtime friends open home decor shop in Houlton
The women grew to know their customers over the years and built lasting relationships with locals and tourists.
