5 years ago
Kayaks and canoes coast with speed during Grand Isle Kayak race
Twenty-five vessels barreled down the St. John River on the morning of June 15 during the sixth annual Grand Isle Kayak Race.
Stories by Morgan Mitchell
5 years ago
County Faces: Sister Aurelie of Madawaska
At age 97, Therese Michaud — or Sister Aurelie, as she prefers, the name she took when she became a nun — is still sharing her gifts of faith and joy with those around her.
5 years ago
Top O’Maine Trade Show draws crowds to Madawaska
By 2 p.m. Saturday, 750 people had walked through the doors of the Multi Purpose Center in Madawaska to visit the 30th Annual Top O’Maine Trade Show.
5 years ago
Making a centerpiece for successful spring gatherings on a budget
As the old saying goes, “April showers bring May flowers.”
5 years ago
Top O’Maine Trade Show returns to the Valley
The St. John Valley Chamber of Commerce is gearing up to host the 30th annual Top O’Maine Trade Show at the Madawaska Multi Purpose building April 27 and 28.
5 years ago
Rubble continues to smolder in downtown Van Buren
Monday marked the second day that firefighters worked to snuff out the smoldering remains of a fire that leveled two downtown buildings, including the former home of the iconic Hebert Rexall Pharmacy, in Van Buren on Sunday.
5 years ago
First Acadian Pond Hockey Classic a success despite rain on Saturday
Despite the rainy weather Saturday, the first Acadian Pond Hockey Classic on March 16-17 drew scores of competitors and fans in support of minor hockey programs for youths in the area on both sides of the border.
5 years ago
County Faces: Don Chasse of Madawaska
Donald Chasse has become a strong leader in his community of Madawaska, where he has served as a selectman, school committee member and Scoutmaster with the Boy Scouts, and held a seat on nearly 10 other committees.
5 years ago
Underage vaping on the rise in schools
The use of electronic cigarettes — e-cigarettes, vape pens, Juuls, and similar products — is on the rise in schools in the Valley despite prevention efforts.
5 years ago
Madawaska native reports “reckless” White House security practice, suspension follows
Former Madawaska resident and current White House security staff member Tricia Newbold said she has faced discrimination due to a rare form of dwarfism, and now is under temporary suspension for defying authority and for failing to supervise and follow instructions.
