1 month ago

Fort Kent students learn approach to defeat bullying through positivity

The Fort Kent Community High School gym was alive with positive energy and fun when youth speaker Josh Drean delivered an anti-bullying presentation to students on Friday, Dec. 6. 

2 months ago

Area ski slopes ready to open for season after early snowfall

he early snowfall that Aroostook County received in November proved helpful for local ski slopes, which are geared up for what they expect to become another busy winter season.

2 months ago

UMPI sees positive trends in enrollment numbers despite demographic changes

UMPI has experienced a “significant” overall increase in student population over the past five years — more than the other campuses in the University of Maine System.

2 months ago

Toys For Tots collections underway in Aroostook County

For the 10th year, the Northern Aroostook Toys For Tots is collecting toys to ensure that all children in Aroostook County experience the magic of Christmas.

2 months ago

County Faces: Donna Sanipass of Presque Isle

In 1975 Donna Sanipass packed her bags and moved to Sante Fe, New Mexico, after graduating from Presque Isle High School. She had never been to the city, or even to New Mexico, before but felt that after spending most of her childhood in central Aroostook County she needed a change.

2 months ago

United Way of Aroostook holds turkey drive to help feed County folks at Thanksgiving

Despite cold, rainy weather, volunteers from the United Way of Aroostook and Townsquare Media dedicated most of their time collecting turkeys that will help make Thanksgiving just a little more festive for hundreds of people in need.

2 months ago

Mysterious, historical photo album finds its way to PI residence

The last thing Kirk Lilley of Presque Isle expected to come across was a 1930s-era photo album that provides few clues about its previous owner. 

2 months ago

County Faces: Anne Blanchard of Fort Fairfield

Throughout Anne Blanchard’s experiences as an educator in Aroostook County, she has seen many things come full circle.

2 months ago

Special Olympians show off swimming skills, win awards during annual meet

On Friday, Nov. 8, a group of 53 athletes representing nine agencies across Aroostook County competed in the annual Special Olympics swim meet.

3 months ago

Changes in heating assistance guidelines will benefit more people

More people in Aroostook County could gain access to life-saving heating assistance this winter thanks to changes in the statewide Home Energy Assistance Heating Program, offered locally through Aroostook County Action Program.