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Here’s where to get warm in Aroostook over the frigid weekend
People needing respite from the frigid temperatures this weekend can find warming spaces throughout Aroostook County.
St. John Valley
2 days ago
Students will forge a 20-foot Acadian star from a former Aroostook landmark
Madawaska will raise a 20-foot sculpture of an Acadian star later this year, courtesy of welding students at the St. John Valley Technology Center.
2 days ago
Madawaska’s new fire chief is a longtime paramedic and firefighter
MADAWASKA, Maine — Kris Albert, a paramedic and firefighter who has served the town for more than 14 years, is the new chief of the Madawaska Fire Department. He started in the role on Tuesday following approval by the Madawaska Select Board. Town officials did not immediately respond to requests seeking his salary. Albert’s appointment […]
2 days ago
Local quilters donate ‘Racing Through the Woods’ quilt for 2026 Can-Am Crown Raffle
FORT KENT, Maine — The Can-Am Crown International Sled Dog Races are proud to spotlight the return of a beloved fundraiser that blends local craftsmanship with race-week excitement. Northern Neighbors Quilters have donated their 23rd Can-Am Raffle Quilt, titled “Racing Through the Woods.” Members of NNQ in Fort Kent and surrounding communities pieced together the […]
3 days ago
Arctic front to bring ‘extreme cold’ to Aroostook this weekend
The cold front will bring dangerous wind chills and the potential for snow squalls.
3 days ago
Maine’s largest ice fishing derby has record cash purse
When the event first began in 2005, around 100 fishers registered. Participation has grown to 20 times that number
3 days ago
Conductor of Aroostook’s largest choral group retires after nearly 50 years
“I heard them perform that year and I thought, ‘Oh, they’re a wonderful group.’”
3 days ago
UMFK Board of Visitors to host business breakfast
FORT KENT, Maine — The University of Maine at Fort Kent Board of Visitors will host its next business breakfast at 7:30 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 20 in the Nadeau Hall Conference Room on the UMFK campus. The program will focus on the Upper St. John Valley Recovery High School, scheduled to open for the […]
3 days ago
The County Crossword for January 21, 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
Tempus fugit
Déja 2026. On dirais que l’temps passe trop vite. Mon oncle Jean, qui est mort juste a s’bord icitte de 100 ans, disais que, quand tu avais 20 ans la vie allais a 20 milles a l’heure; a 30 ans, 30 miles a l’heure; etc.
