9 hours ago
Patten official demolished asbestos-filled building without taking health precautions
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection also found that Smallwood Inc. demolished the building without taking proper precautions.
Houlton
17 hours ago
The County Crossword for July 2, 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.
1 day ago
Maine potato scientists say conditions are ripe for late blight
The disease hasn’t yet been reported in Maine, but spores were detected across Aroostook County.
1 day ago
Fourth of July festivities coming to Grand Isle, other towns
Grand Isle will have fireworks, festivities, music and food at the campground this Friday in celebration of Independence Day.
2 days ago
A new novel captures Presque Isle’s early days
Presque Isle was founded in 1828, but what happened before it was settled is a bit of a mystery.
2 days ago
Former Maine town clerk to be sentenced for embezzling $111,000
Leta F. Lee worked for Danforth as town clerk for four years, from 2012 to 2016. She was indicted in 2022 on a felony theft charge.
3 days ago
Where to watch 4th of July fireworks in Aroostook County
There are at least seven different public fireworks displays in The County this week.
5 days ago
International Food Fest returns to Aroostook County
The festival is more than just a tasting event; it’s a bridge between cultures, generations, and communities, said Ruba Haddad Bosse, lead organizer.
5 days ago
‘Camp Invention’ tests creativity of Aroostook County youth
Innovation filled the hallways of the campus center at the University of Maine at Presque Isle Wednesday as a group of young engineers demonstrated their original snow plow designs. Instead of steel, these vehicles were made of cardboard boxes, plastic cups and paper plates. They were the creations of a group of third and fourth […]
6 days ago
Simoes takes part in Maine Underclassmen All-Star Showcase
KENNEBUNK, Maine — Colton Simoes, a lacrosse player from Greater Houlton Christian Academy and the Northern Maine Moose Lacrosse team, competed in the Maine Underclassmen All-Star Showcase on June 26 at Kennebunk High School. The junior traveled four hours to join 50 of Maine’s top players, having earned his spot through a competitive tryout on […]
