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Chris Cyr (left), R. F. Chamberland director of risk management, poses with Maine State Police Lt. Aaron Hayden of Troop K, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement, in St. Agatha. R.F. Chamberland received the Maine Motor Transport Authority's Grand Champion Award for safe driving for 2022. (Jessica Potila | St. John Valley Times)
Chris Cyr (left), R. F. Chamberland director of risk management, poses with Maine State Police Lt. Aaron Hayden of Troop K, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement, in St. Agatha. R.F. Chamberland received the Maine Motor Transport Authority's Grand Champion Award for safe driving for 2022. (Jessica Potila | St. John Valley Times)
Aroostook truckers credited for safety on the road
January 25, 2023
The regard for the safety of others on the road shown by 80 truckers at an Aroostook transport company is racking up respect from those vested in keeping Maine roads safe. 
News Browse News
5 days ago
Ice Fishing Derby set to go despite thinner than usual ice
The ice may be thinner than usual, but the Long Lake Ice Fishing Derby is on for this weekend.
5 days ago
Wallagrass man is one of Maine’s 2022 Loggers of the Year
A St. John Valley man is one of three 2022 Maine Loggers of the Year.
5 days ago
Aroostook County perseveres and grows its restaurant options
The County's latest offerings include Ferris BBQ and Rodney’s at 436 Main in Presque Isle and Sami’s Cuisine and Cocktails in Fort Kent.
5 days ago
Cami Shields of Southern Aroostook scores 1,000th basketball point
Cami Shield follows in the footsteps of her father and two uncles in reaching the basketball career milestone.
1 week ago
Madawaska International Bridge reaches both borders
MADAWASKA, Maine — Construction on the $97 million Madawaska International Bridge reached a significant milestone this week when workers completed the steel framework. The new 1,800 foot bridge extends diagonally across the St. John River to Edmundston, New Brunswick.
2 weeks ago
Fort Kent ski racing team is drawing young athletes from all over
The Valley Racing Team has drawn in nearly double the students that participated last year.
Police/Crime/Courts Browse Police/Crime/Courts
1 week ago
Police arrest Eagle Lake man after finding meth in home
An Eagle Lake man was arrested Sunday after police seized drugs and drug paraphernalia from his home.
3 weeks ago
Aroostook County Jail scores perfect marks on biennial inspection
When it comes to running a tight ship, staff at the Aroostook County Jail has once again risen to the challenge.
1 month ago
Fort Kent police seize fentanyl, firearm following drunk driving investigation
A 911 call from a concerned resident resulted in police seizing 4 grams of fentanyl and a firearm and arresting a Fort Kent man on Dec. 15.
1 month ago
​​Maine State Police Troop F Report, Dec. 5-11, 2022
The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of Dec. 5-11, including the following.
2 months ago
Caribou Criminal Docket – August, 2022
The following cases were heard under the Aroostook Criminal Docket at the Caribou Courthouse in August.
2 months ago
Fort Kent Criminal Docket – August, 2022
The following cases were heard under the Aroostook Criminal Docket at the Fort Kent Courthouse in August.
Sports Browse Sports
2 days ago
UMFK seeks nominations for Athletic Hall of Fame
The University of Maine at Fort Kent Athletic Hall of Fame Committee is seeking nominations of individual student-athletes, teams, coaches, and administrators for induction into the University’s Athletic Hall of Fame.
5 days ago
Southern Aroostook girls edge out Fort Kent
The Southern Aroostook Warrior girls narrowly defeated the Fort Kent Warrior girls 49-45 during a nailbiter Saturday in Fort Kent. 
5 days ago
Undefeated Southern Aroostook boys top Fort Kent
It was a Warriors vs. Warriors matchup Saturday when Southern Aroostook and Fort Kent met in the St. John Valley.
1 week ago
Fort Kent boys still on top with win over Van Buren
The Fort Kent boys maintain their hold over the Class C North standings after beating Van Buren 66-20 on Tuesday. 
2 weeks ago
High school ski teams battle it out on the slopes of Big Rock
Last Saturday was an exciting series of alpine slalom races at Big Rock Ski Area.
2 weeks ago
Even the little hills are worth climbing
A friend I haven’t seen in person for more than 30 years and I were talking about what it feels like to be an age we once considered old. 
Opinion Browse Opinion
2 days ago
Valley Girls comic – Week of January 25, 2023
I got you, Mom.
6 days ago
Investing in the future of Aroostook County
Growing up in Aroostook County, I learned that when we work together and lend a helping hand, we can make our community a better place. 
1 week ago
Valley Girls comic – Week of January 18, 2023
Build it up, tear it down.
1 week ago
The question of asylum
To the editor: On Feb. 17, 2022, Susan Collins and Kyrsten Sinema introduced a bill to help asylum seekers obtain jobs more quickly. The proposed legislation was co-sponsored by Angus King. I have some questions about that bill and it all hinges on how one defines asylum.
2 weeks ago
Even the little hills are worth climbing
A friend I haven’t seen in person for more than 30 years and I were talking about what it feels like to be an age we once considered old. 
2 weeks ago
Valley Girls comic – Week of January 11, 2023
Cocoa kills it.
Living Browse Living
2 days ago
From our Files – Week of January 25, 2023
50 Years Ago -- Jan. 25, 1973     The trouble is not in your set -- Another snag has been hit in the town of Madawaska’s continuing efforts to provide channels 2 and 7 for local television viewers. Apparently, there is a possibility that the Van Buren tower that would relay the signals to Madawaska’s tower is about 75 feet too short.
2 days ago
Valley Girls comic – Week of January 25, 2023
I got you, Mom.
2 days ago
PAWS Pet of the Week – Rhaja
You can’t buy love but you can certainly rescue it. That is exactly what Rhaja is longing for. He was out on his own for a while and was timid and untrusting when he first came to PAWS. But he is adapting well.
4 days ago
Fiddlehead Focus Crossword Puzzle for Jan 25, 2023
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.  
5 days ago
Cary Medical Center announces births for December, 2022
The following births were recently announced at Cary Medical Center:
6 days ago
5 Generations
Winston Daniel Dionne was born on Sept. 24, 2022 making a 5-generation family.
Business Browse Business
3 days ago
Aroostook truckers credited for safety on the road
The regard for the safety of others on the road shown by 80 truckers at an Aroostook transport company is racking up respect from those vested in keeping Maine roads safe. 
5 days ago
Wallagrass man is one of Maine’s 2022 Loggers of the Year
A St. John Valley man is one of three 2022 Maine Loggers of the Year.
1 week ago
Aroostook CA$H Coalition will prepare taxes again
The Aroostook CA$H Coalition will be preparing taxes again this year starting Feb. 8. IRS tax law certified volunteers will be available to provide free tax preparation and financial checkups for low- to middle-income households earning less than $58,000 by appointment only.
2 weeks ago
Agriculture education scholarship available
Graduating seniors from Maine high schools who are National FFA Organization (Future Farmers of America) members and interested in pursuing a career in farming, agriculture or natural resources are invited to apply for a Ronald P. Guerrette FFA Scholarship through the Maine Community Foundation.
3 weeks ago
Nominations open for Young Professionals Institute 2023
The region’s premier leadership development training experience returns for its 15th year with the theme “The Leading Role.” This year’s Young Professionals Institute, a partnership between the University of Maine at Presque Isle and MMG Insurance, will run on Wednesdays from March 1 to April 12, 4-6 p.m.
3 weeks ago
USDA to conduct potato stocks and processing surveys
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service is encouraging producers and agribusinesses to respond to two upcoming surveys – the Potato Stocks survey and the Potato Processing survey – that are critical to the potato industry.
County Candids Browse County Candids
2 years ago
Trees in transition
FORT KENT, Maine — Summer is fast becoming a memory as the trees along the Riverside South Trail in Fort Kent are quickly losing their leaves.
2 years ago
Wind damage
The iconic sign at the Gateway Motel toppled over due to Thursday’s high winds.
2 years ago
Prepare your pumpkins
Prepare your pumpkins
2 years ago
Aftereffects of wind
Aftereffects of wind
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