Houlton

6 months ago

Immigration then and now

Immigration is a hot-button issue, one where people hold strong opinions one way or the other. It may surprise you to learn it’s always been controversial. 

6 months ago

HBMI’s Crofton-Macdonald elected as president of Wabanaki Alliance

HOULTON, Maine – The Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians and the Wabanaki Alliance now have an even stronger bond following the election of Osihkiyol “Zeke” Crofton-Macdonald as its new president. Crofton-Macdonald joined HBMI in 2022 as its first Tribal Ambassador and has worked diligently to educate and foster relationships with many organizations across the state. […]

6 months ago

Island Falls resident celebrates 90th birthday

ISLAND FALLS, Maine — Margaret Bishop Dunphy celebrated her 90th birthday with a small gathering at her home in Island Falls. Attending were her daughter Carrielee Dunphy from Big Lake Alaska, granddaughter Tonia Dunphy Ward with husband James Ward and daughters Lillie Fortier and Abigail Fortier from Oakland. Also present were daughter Sherry Willigar, son […]

6 months ago

ACAP efforts to address transportation challenges in region by bringing services to customers showing early success

The initial step in an effort aimed at addressing transportation and service delivery challenges in northern Maine, enhancing operational efficiency and supporting the Agency’s commitment to protecting seniors from fraud, is finding early success in redesigning how Aroostook County Action Program serves customers, especially those in the region’s most rural communities. The introduction of a […]

6 months ago

The County Crossword for March 5, 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.