4 months ago
Canoe racing is returning to the Allagash
The 1st Annual Tylor Kelly Allagash Dash, slated for 10 a.m. May 18, is the 11th race in a 2025 state series.
St. John Valley
4 months ago
10th annual Community Wide Yard Sale to cover much of St. John Valley
More than half a dozen northern Aroostook communities will be involved in the upcoming Community Wide Yard Sale.
4 months ago
Aroostook Partnership hires new president & CEO
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Aroostook Partnership is pleased to announce that Kiersten S. Purington, PhD, MBA, has been hired as president & CEO effective May 5. Aroostook Partnership is a unique nonprofit, private and public partnership whose mission is to ensure economic strength, growth and resilience of The County. Purington brings with her a wealth […]
4 months ago
NMCC celebrates student achievement, community at Annual Evening of Excellence
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Northern Maine Community College celebrated academic achievement, leadership and community service during its annual Evening of Excellence, held April 30 on campus. The event opened with remarks from Dean of Students Matt Grillo, who commended the honorees for their resilience and dedication. “Today we come together to recognize students and staff […]
4 months ago
The County Crossword for May 7, 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.
4 months ago
Aroostook’s only homeless shelter seeks a lifeline from Presque Isle
The loan would cover expenses for three months until the anticipated passage of state legislation that would fund Maine’s emergency shelters.
4 months ago
Valley town and paper mill clash over tax bill
The mill is seeking abatement after the town issued a correction that pushed up the factory’s valuation by more than $20 million.
4 months ago
Following Van Buren’s lead, other towns eye college collabs
A professor at Drexel, Georgetown and Clemson universities has worked with Van Buren and is exploring collaborations with other Aroostook communities.
4 months ago
Motorsports could be the next big draw to Aroostook County
The rise of more audience-focused events such as the SnowBowl and a new cross-country race series could counteract the economic effects of an evolving climate.
4 months ago
Valley farmers invited to join cover crop project
The Friends of Cross Lake is partnering with the County of Aroostook, the St. John Valley Soil & Water Conservation District and others in a conservation project featuring cover crops.
