2 months ago

Safety and COVID were his biggest challenges, Aroostook superintendent says

As Tim Doak prepares for his biggest career move yet, he credits close-knit relationships with students, colleagues and families for showing him what is most important.

2 months ago

County Commissioners endorse new legislation for I-95 expansion

The Aroostook County Commissioners have expressed public support for a proposed expansion of Interstate 95 to Fort Kent.

9 months ago

Van Buren comes out the winner at Aroostook County Firefighters Muster

Five firefighting teams from northern and central Aroostook went head to head Saturday, with Van Buren Fire Department scoring the biggest points out of them all.

11 months ago

County projects receive American Rescue Plan Act funds

Fifteen municipalities and nonprofits from across The County will receive a total of $2,157,808 in American Rescue Plan Act funds to support infrastructure upgrades, environmental clean-ups and business expansions.

1 year ago

Maine-based art contest extends deadline for Aroostook County submissions

The people behind the #MaineReunited art contest are extending the submission deadline in hopes of encouraging more Aroostook County artists to showcase their talents.

1 year ago

After-school program aims to instill French language skills in Caribou youth

Like many children at Caribou Community School's Power Hour after school program, 10-year-old Benson Belanger is on a mission to learn French and forge stronger cultural connections with his family.

1 year ago

December snowfall slightly below average this month, average winter temps predicted

Aroostook County has yet to receive a "blockbuster storm" this winter and is unlikely to see significant snowfall in the near future, according to the National Weather Service in Caribou.

2 years ago

Bernard to run for state Senate seat against Sen. Troy Jackson

A familiar face to Aroostook County residents has announced her candidacy for the Maine State Senate.

2 years ago

Breast cancer survivors grateful for second chances

Don’t wait to seek breast cancer screening and treatment -- that is a message two local women urge people to hear.

2 years ago

Valley schools dismiss students early due to heat

Valley Unified school students are being dismissed at noon today due to heat conditions.