16 hours ago
June 13 festival to mark Pride Month in Aroostook
“It’s important to continue to have Pride festivals, especially for the youth who are maybe questioning or coming into their identities and seeking adult mentors.”
Caribou
1 day ago
Inside the National Guard operation at the former Loring Air Force Base
The landing zone went hot, briefly bringing back to life the once roaring military installation, which was home to more than 10,000 personnel at its peak during the Cold War.
2 days ago
JetBlue cuts $3M from bid to serve Presque Isle’s airport
The unexpected shift brings JetBlue’s bid much closer to that of American Airlines, the other airline vying for Presque Isle’s next Essential Air Service contract.
2 days ago
Stay safe
It’s that time again when genealogists get the urge to visit the burial sites of their ancestors.
2 days ago
Here’s a traditional type of fly fishing that’s often overlooked
While picking up mail at the post office recently, I crossed paths with a local fly fishing acquaintance and stopped to chat.
3 days ago
County voters rejected 4 school budgets last year. They reversed course Tuesday.
In stark contrast to the spate of school budget rejections around Maine last summer, four Aroostook County districts that faced strong opposition in 2025 roundly passed their budgets at referendum Tuesday, echoing a trend in voting booths across the state. Voters from districts based in Fort Kent, Madawaska, Caribou and Hodgdon all approved their budgets […]
3 days ago
Primaries 2026: Graham Platner takes Aroostook County by storm
Platner, who began regular town hall visits to The County early in his campaign, drew voters who identified with his message of change.
3 days ago
The County Crossword for June 10, 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 days ago
Aroostook County primary turnout starts light despite weighty ballot
The region’s three largest cities saw modest turnout by midday.
