1 day ago

Three cheers to our local soccer teams

The resolve and work ethic of Aroostook County residents is well-known throughout the state. It is something of a badge of honor to say you hail from “The County” when speaking with people downstate.

2 weeks ago

Huskies ranked second as playoffs near

The Aroostook Huskies football team continued its winning ways Saturday, Oct. 26, as the squad powered past Erskine Academy 52-6.

3 weeks ago

Local runners excel at regional Class C cross country championships

Local runners put in strong efforts at the Class C and B regional cross country championships at Troy Howard Middle School Saturday, Oct. 26. 

3 weeks ago

Madawaska girls get past Hodgdon in OT

“The girls fought really hard today,” Madawaska coach Thomas Gerard said. “Hodgdon gave us a really good game. Everything that I've heard about them was true. They were athletic and played with a lot of heart. It was a great 8-9 matchup. I love games like this because they show the true spirit of high school athletics.”

3 weeks ago

Twenty-five County squads qualify for soccer postseason

Aroostook County will be well represented in the upcoming soccer playoffs as 25 teams from the area have qualified for the postseason this year.

1 month ago

Relaxing can be stressful

Why does it seem that planning a family vacation gets harder and more stressful the older our children get? Surely I am not the only person to experience this phenomenon?

1 month ago

County runners tackle Aroostook Invitational

Aroostook County cross-country runners converged on Presque Isle, Tuesday, Oct. 8, just three days after competing in one of the largest events of the season Oct. 5.

2 months ago

Viking boys win Invitational meet

The Caribou boys and girls cross country teams used home field to their advantages Friday, Sept. 20, as both Vikings squads collected victories at the Caribou Invitational.

2 months ago

County Faces: Becky Drew of Island Falls

Though she is one of Island Falls’ premier authorities on the history of the town, many people do not know Rebecca “Becky” Drew is not a native of the community. 

2 months ago

New cellular phone law goes into effect Sept. 19

The urge to pick up one’s phone while driving could come now with a hefty fine.