Presque Isle

10 months ago

MaineCF awards $217K to Aroostook County students

The Maine Community Foundation has awarded more than $217,000 to Aroostook County students through the Wendell S. Doody Memorial Scholarship Fund and the Sally Stetson Tongren Fund for Aroostook County.

10 months ago

Mapleton sees high voter turnout

The Town of Mapleton saw one of its highest voter turnouts on Election Day. The town has 1,500-plus registered voters and approximately 1191 voters cast ballots in person or by absentee ballot.  

10 months ago

City celebrates revenue

Presque Isle has reached a $700,000 in revenue above the budget, city officials said, a testament to growing appeal and a thriving economy. The excess is partly due to revenue sharing, Industrial Council revenues, emergency medical service revenues, investment income, and tip fees for solid waste.   Presque Isle is the heart and service center of […]

10 months ago

When you adopt a pet

Our move will be much easier with fewer pets to move, and because we have so many dogs, the Central Aroostook Humane Society has decided that for the month of November, we will be offering all dog adoptions for a $25 flat fee.

10 months ago

Raven Center opens

The Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting at Raven Center, located at 18 Roberts St. in Presque Isle, managed by County Cares.

10 months ago

Try a dry run first

To the editor:
I have an answer to the question on how to proceed with the Main Street renovation.

10 months ago

Gearing up for economic growth

Presque Isle International Airport’s (PQI) new passenger terminal is expected to have a significant impact on local economic growth by creating jobs, attracting new business, boosting tourism and facilitating trade.  

10 months ago

Learning from local history

Members of the Central Aroostook Historical Society and generous community members funded a donation of 12 copies of the Historical Society’ newest book, “More Stories from the Heart of the County,” to the Central Aroostook High School History Department for use in classes.