17 hours ago
Presque Isle is going on offense to spark growth
It’s the municipal equivalent of hanging a neon “open for business” sign, and one of several ways Presque Isle is going on the offensive to redefine itself.
Presque Isle
21 hours ago
NMCC receives nearly $2M in federal funding for electrical and nursing training programs
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Northern Maine Community College has received nearly $2 million in federal funding to expand and modernize workforce training programs in industrial electrical technology and nursing as part of the federal budget package signed by President Donald Trump. The funding includes $1.3 million to support workforce training through equipment purchases and program […]
22 hours ago
Fort Fairfield Public Library to receive $10,000 Carnegie gift
The award is part of Carnegie Libraries 250, a special initiative celebrating the upcoming 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
2 days ago
Presque Isle will consider a moratorium on new marijuana businesses
If enacted, the moratorium would mark a substantial shift in policy.
3 days ago
Aroostook residents choose community involvement amid ICE surge
Many northern Mainers have gone beyond attending protests to become more supportive of and involved in their communities.
3 days ago
The County Crossword for February 4, 2026
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
Ollie’s adventures
Time goes by so fast, can’t believe Christmas and New Year’s is over, and we are into a new month of the new year. Hope everyone had a good holiday.
4 days ago
A historic reflection
While the winters up here are known for their length and treachery, there is such beauty in the stillness of a freshly fallen snow upon the library grounds.
4 days ago
The mad king
To the editor:
“King Donald’s” tariff war is an economic failure. One purpose of the tariffs was to encourage the creation of American manufacturing jobs.
4 days ago
Not sold on data centers
To the editor:
As a relatively new County resident, it has been wonderful to learn more about this beautiful, close-knit community.
