9 months ago
Houlton area news Year in Review: Part 1
From the huge crowds attracted by the total solar eclipse, to a Maine supreme court ruling on a decades-old manslaughter case, it was an eventful year.
News
9 months ago
Caribou police chief makes the case for spacious new station
The price tag, currently sitting at $10.3 million for design and construction, has led to criticism from some city councilors and community members.
9 months ago
Presque Isle dentist opens much-needed Aroostook children’s clinic
County Roots Children’s Dentistry opened in mid-October and 200 kids have become patients there.
9 months ago
After a year of growth, questions remain at former Loring base
This year saw perhaps the most potential for regrowth at Loring with the announcement of a $55 million potato chip processing plant and continued plans for a $4 billion sustainable aviation fuel production facility.
9 months ago
The St. John Valley’s top news stories of 2024, Part 1
Following is a look at the top stories of the year, beginning with the first six months.
9 months ago
$30K is available to help struggling Southern Aroostook County businesses grow
The funding can stabilize operations, allow for essential investments, and bridge gaps that might prevent businesses from reaching their potential.
9 months ago
Here’s what the 2024 eclipse did for Maine
Approximately 224,800 people traveled to or around Maine for the event and the estimated economic impact for the state was between $207 million and $219.8 million.
9 months ago
A look back at the Presque Isle area’s top news stories of 2024, Part 1
From a new police chief in the city, to a total eclipse of the sun, to a failed transatlantic balloon crossing, it was a memorable first half of the year.
9 months ago
Limestone will begin searching for permanent town manager in the new year
Current interim manager Alan Mulherin took on the role in 2023 after the town had seen a dozen managers, both permanent and interim, come and go in the eight years prior.
9 months ago
‘Overloaded’ extension cord causes fire at Westmanland camp
Two people were treated on site for smoke inhalation but did not seek further treatment.
