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Retired potato farmer looks back on a lifetime’s harvest

As Aroostook County’s potato harvest gets into full swing, this year, 85-year-old Bernard Webb of Fort Fairfield is not digging up any potatoes for the first time in his long farming career.

County Faces: Jim Gardner of Easton

Born in the former Presque Isle hospital that is now City Hall, Jim Gardner of Easton has spent much of his life working in the public sector.

Maine Acadian Heritage Council hosts special guest at annual dinner

More than 25 members of various organizations came together Monday night to share their love of Acadian history and a traditional meal of chicken stew, ployes, creton, and molasses cake during the Maine Acadian Heritage Council’s 21st annual dinner meeting.

County Faces: Larry Bull of Washburn

Larry Bull of Washburn returned to Aroostook County in 2006 after spending much of his life in Phoenix, Arizona.

Creating a study space you’ll actually want to use

With the new school year here, are you ready to work smart? Whether you work from home or are a student who needs a dedicated study space, you can create a space conducive to learning and productivity.

Births at The Aroostook Medical Center – July 2018

The Aroostook Medical Center has announced the following recent births.

Bishop sets Sept. 14 as day of repentance

In light of the recent revelations of past sexual abuse in other dioceses and the reports regarding Archbishop McCarrick, Bishop Robert P. Deeley of Maine’s Roman Catholic Diocese announces he will observe a day of prayer and repentance on Friday, Sept. 14.

Bank donates $25,000 for MCCS scholarships

The Foundation for Maine’s Community Colleges has received a $25,000 grant from the KeyBank Foundation in memory of Sterling Kozlowski, KeyBank Maine’s former market president, who passed away unexpectedly in June.

County Faces: Gail Roy of Presque Isle

No matter where Gail Roy of Presque Isle has lived or travelled to, one thing has remained constant. She has always been able to find a public or academic library to visit, one with its doors wide open for people from both near and far.

County Faces: Raphael Gribetz of Presque Isle

Raphael Gribetz spends a lot of time getting around on a bike. Year-round, no matter the weather, he usually travels for shopping and recreation by bike, saving gas money, emissions and wear-and-tear on his minivan.

How 2 Maine moms regained custody of their kids after child welfare cases

At first, Angela was confused when a Child Protective Services caseworker knocked on her door and started looking into allegations that her two preschool-age children weren’t safe.

One Aroostook invites volunteers, donations

The United Way of Aroostook and the Aroostook County Action Program’s One Aroostook

County Faces: Joe Fagnant of Houlton

Joe Fagnant may not have been born and raised in Aroostook County, but he has certainly grown fond of the area.

Toys for Tots seeks sponsors for concert

The Meo Bosse Detachment Marine Corps League Toys for Tots is already gearing up for their annual Christmas toy drive in Aroostook County, and organizers want to bring a country music singer to the area for a fundraising concert.

County Face: Mike Wilcox of Woodland

Mike Wilcox figures he made and sold over 11.1 million doughnuts in his career through his Woodland store, Mike’s Donuts.

Kids in Maine are more likely to get cancer, and no one really knows why

Tabaitha Steward has come to expect the averted eyes and downcast glances when she works to raise awareness about childhood cancer.

Millennials love their ‘fur babies’ and that means solid growth for a Maine firm

A dog’s wet nose and cat’s head butt are warming the market for veterinary medicines, with Westbrook-based IDEXX Laboratories expecting an average 10 percent revenue growth each year from now until 2023.

County Faces: Tracy Reed of Wade

Tracy Reed of Wade has spent over a decade teaching students in Washburn how to appreciate the world around them, whether they are taking part in their own community or exploring cultures and environments in other parts of the world.

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