Houlton

2 months ago

Abrupt end to tax credits brings turbulence to Maine’s heat pump and solar industries

The banner across the website of Assured Solar Energy reads like a flash sale. “Secure Your 30% Clean Energy Credit Before It’s Gone!” That’s because, in a sense, it is. As part of the Republican Party’s sweeping domestic policy bill signed into law on July 4, federal tax credits of 30 percent for residential clean […]

2 months ago

The County Crossword for July 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.

2 months ago

Elbows Up! for Canada rally

By Mary Miller HOULTON, Maine — Strains of “O Canada” filled the air and both Canadian and U.S. flags waved proudly, as about 40 people celebrated “Elbows Up! for Canada” at a rally in Houlton on July 5. “It was wonderful,” said participant Dale Holden. “So many people driving by yelling ‘yay for Canada!’” The […]

2 months ago

Cyr earns dean’s list honors at Roger Williams University

BRISTOL, Rhode Island — Isabel Cyr of Houlton has been named to the spring 2025 dean’s list at Roger Williams University. Full-time students who complete 12 or more credits per semester and earn a grade point average of 3.4 or higher are placed on the dean’s list that semester.

2 months ago

HBMI salutes Native American veterans during ceremony

HOULTON, Maine – Veterans Day is traditionally held every Nov. 11, but that is not the only time servicemen and women are honored. On Saturday, June 21, the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians paid tribute to its tribal citizens who served their country as part of a Native American Veterans Day celebration. A small gathering […]