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The circled sites are all that remain from the sites recommended by WBRC and the Site Selection Committee.

The circled sites are all that remain from the sites recommended by WBRC and the Site Selection Committee.

Valley Unified sites narrowed down, Madawaska out of the running

The Site Selection Committee for the new Valley Unified school facility decreased the number of proposed sites to six during its meeting held July 16 at Madawaska Middle High School Library.

News Browse News

State and federal politicians pledge to aid workers affected by Sitel closure Oct. 31

While the community was still reeling Thursday and Friday from Sitel’s announcement about its closure the day before, members of Maine’s congressional delegation, the state senate president, and a state representative issued statements pledging their support of the soon-to-be-displaced workers.

Spider-Man spins a web of literacy

More than 30 children and about 20 adults dressed as superheroes had a special visitor June 29 at the Long Lake Public Library during the library’s reading hour.

Police searching for Washburn man who allegedly fled traffic stop

Police are searching for a Washburn man who allegedly fled from his vehicle during a traffic stop in Perham on Friday.

SAD 27 directors to meet Monday, July 22

The 861st meeting of the directors of SAD 27 will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, July 22, 2019, in the library at Community High School, followed by the second budget hearing at 6 p.m. in the school’s cafeteria.

Due to ‘recent business changes,’ Caribou Sitel closing on Oct. 31

The Sitel office on Sweden Street in Caribou will close its doors on Oct. 31, according to Sarah Geist of the Sitel Group Public Relations Team.

Arizona extradites man following domestic disturbance in Fort Kent

A man on probation for multiple criminal charges in Arizona and who Fort Kent Police arrested on a domestic violence charge is heading back to Arizona after officials in that state chose to extradite him.

Police & Fire Browse Police & Fire

Police searching for Washburn man who allegedly fled traffic stop

Police are searching for a Washburn man who allegedly fled from his vehicle during a traffic stop in Perham on Friday.

Arizona extradites man following domestic disturbance in Fort Kent

A man on probation for multiple criminal charges in Arizona and who Fort Kent Police arrested on a domestic violence charge is heading back to Arizona after officials in that state chose to extradite him.

Teen charged in rollover collision with deer

A 17-year-old lost control of the pickup truck he was driving when the vehicle struck a deer that entered the roadway. The teen is being charged in connection with the accident.

Van Buren police and fire departments get grant for ATV

The Van Buren fire and police departments will soon rescue and enforce in style after they complete outfitting a new $15,000 ATV side by side they were able to purchase through a $10,000 grant.

Madawaska police charge woman with OUI

Police charged a Frenchville woman with operating a motor vehicle while under the influence over the Fourth of July weekend.

Firefighters rescue swimmer in St. John River

Volunteer firefighters with the Fort Kent Fire Department rescued a man from the St. John River in Fort Kent on Wednesday morning.

County Candids Browse County Candids

(Morgan Mitchell)

(Morgan Mitchell)

A glimpse of a bear cub

This bear cub retreats to the brush near Gagnon Road and Route 1 in Madawaska on Saturday, July 13.

State, National and World News Browse State, National and World News

Susan Collins and Sara Gideon are raking in cash for a potential 2020 Senate showdown

U.S. Sen. Susan Collins has raised more money for her nationally targeted 2020 re-election campaign than she did in all but one of her previous four races, but a Democratic challenger with national backing raised more than $1 million in 10 days.

City of Presque Isle to host official kickoff celebration for Maine Bicentennial

On Tuesday, July 30, Presque Isle will become the first city in Maine to commemorate the state’s 200th anniversary with special events that will include a visit from Gov. Janet Mills.

What you can (and can’t) do under Maine’s new law banning handheld phones while driving

Come September, Maine motorists will discover they’re generally allowed to eat a plate of nachos while driving (as long as it’s not distracting) but can’t pick up the phone to call mom.

Collins in France

U.S. Sen. Susan Collins met recently with Madawaska native Scott Desjardins, the superintendent of the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial, at a ceremony to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the D-Day invasion by Allied forces during World War II.

Living Browse Living

Grandmother’s artistry continues to spread joy years after her passing

More than a decade after she passed away, a Fort Kent grandmother known throughout the community for her creativity continues to make others happy with her artistic talents.

The moose that melted our hearts when she befriended a German shepherd has died

A young moose that won the hearts and minds of people across the state when she made fast friends with a German shepherd last year has died.

PAWS Pet of th eWeek — Molly

PAWS Animal Welfare Shelter presents Molly as the Pet of the Week. This petite all-grey girl survived several winters out in the bitter cold.

Historical group seeks schoolhouse items for Brann School display

The Gov. Brann School invites the community to be part of history.

Louis Albert catches Muskie

Louis Albert, 77 of Edmundston, New Brunswick, caught this 16-pound, 41-inch muskie at the mouth of the Madawaska River on July 4.

From Our Files – July 17, 2019

The number of inscriptions at the summer courses at the St. Louis College is now at 530 representing an increase of 140 on the previous year.

Poll Browse Poll

How close are you to a veteran?

Vote in this week's poll -- check all options that apply to you.

Opinion Browse Opinion

The air is so heavy

On a very muggy day, how many times have you heard people say, "The air is so heavy today”?

Group behavior

Ever since 2016, my question, “Why would voters vote against their self-interests,” has not been answered.

Informing public should be a priority

I am writing in response to the article in the St. John Valley Times on July 17 regarding the new public school.

Warning: Do not read all directions before using

Directions are helpful. Or not.

A reality check

It occurs to me that I haven’t contributed a column to the newspaper in a while. That doesn’t mean I haven’t written things. I have, but thought better of it; mostly items criticizing the latest Trumpian gaffe. The echo chamber can be deafening at times.

Before the snow flies

It’s a phrase we’ve all heard, and we’ve all used.

Sports Browse Sports

Small pool, big fish, huge problem

When the big fish struck the fly, the surprise and savageness of the attack nearly tore the rod from my grip. Several unusual situations led to the circumstance, most were of my own doing. Over the next half-hour one of the unique, almost unbelievable fish fables that I’ve ever experienced transpired. Perhaps you’ll find it entertaining.

Upper St. John Valley Senior Ladies Golf

The Upper St. John Valley Senior Ladies Golf club met at the Fort Kent Golf Club July 10 for the second meet of the year.

County, N.B. teams hit links for cancer patients

Caring Area Neighbors for Cancer Education and Recovery (C-A-N-C-E-R) held its 20th annual golf tournament on Saturday, June 22, at the Presque Isle Country Club.

Upper St. John Valley Senior Ladies Golf

Results for the Upper St. John Valley Senior Ladies Golf at Aroostook Valley Country Club from June 26 were as follows.

Fort Kent youth reels in muskie while fishing for trout on Fish River

Trystan Rioux, 13, caught a muskie well over half his own height during his first-ever trout fishing expedition at Fish River Falls.

Maine driver to make NASCAR Monster Energy Cup series debut in New Hampshire

Austin Theriault’s childhood dream was to race in the Monster Energy Cup Series. The Fort Kent stock car racer used to go to the Cup races at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon and recalled seeing his favorite driver, Mark Martin, win the Sylvania 300 at Loudon in 2009.

Business Browse Business

Health system board elects County members

The Northern Light Health board of directors held their annual meeting recently in Brewer, during which they chose officers and directors for the coming year.

State and federal politicians pledge to aid workers affected by Sitel closure Oct. 31

While the community was still reeling Thursday and Friday from Sitel’s announcement about its closure the day before, members of Maine’s congressional delegation, the state senate president, and a state representative issued statements pledging their support of the soon-to-be-displaced workers.

Spider-Man spins a web of literacy

More than 30 children and about 20 adults dressed as superheroes had a special visitor June 29 at the Long Lake Public Library during the library’s reading hour.

SAD 27 directors to meet Monday, July 22

The 861st meeting of the directors of SAD 27 will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, July 22, 2019, in the library at Community High School, followed by the second budget hearing at 6 p.m. in the school’s cafeteria.

Madawaska selectmen to meet on July 22, 2019

The next Madawaska Board of Selectmen meeting will be held at 4:15 p.m. on Monday, July 22.

Farmers in Aroostook County are ‘soiling’ undies for science

Aroostook County's three soil and water conservation district organizations are trying out an unusual experiment with area farmers this summer using "soiled underwear” to highlight soil health.