2 weeks ago
Ashland council rules that towns can pick which services they pay for
Ashland councilors voted to let the towns pay a la carte this year and work with leaders to craft a permanent agreement.
Stories by Paula Brewer
2 weeks ago
Former Washburn police officer falsified reports in case of missing man, cops say
Chandler Cole, 54, was arrested by the Aroostook County Sheriff’s Office on March 29 and charged with aggravated forgery, tampering with public records or information, and falsifying physical evidence.
2 weeks ago
Moment of totality thrills eclipse viewers at Easton science center
At 3:32 p.m., the area looked like twilight, then slid into near-total darkness at about 3:34 as the crowd erupted in cheering.
2 weeks ago
UMPI unveils 3D model of the sun to bolster Aroostook solar system
To mark the 20th anniversary of the popular solar system model, Kevin McCartney, a retired professor who devised the whole idea for the project, undertook fundraising and logistics to create a model of the sun that would be visible to everyone on the campus grounds.
3 weeks ago
Northern Maine beverage makers take inspiration from the eclipse
With names like Toadally Dahk and Shiretown Blackout, brewers and winemakers in the Aroostook County region focused on specialty eclipse sips.
3 weeks ago
Presque Isle councilors discuss marijuana violation and elect new member
Darick Williams was elected to the council and will be sworn in at the May 1 meeting.
3 weeks ago
$4M in federal funds will boost UMPI auditorium renovation
The auditorium has served as an event and performance hub for the campus and wider community for more than 60 years.
3 weeks ago
Officials warn eclipse viewers to avoid Aroostook State Park
The camping area will be closed, so travelers headed to the area for the eclipse will not be able to stay at the park.
3 weeks ago
Tractor trailer strikes train in Masardis causing derailment
Two empty rail cars were derailed after apparently being struck by a tractor-trailer truck.
3 weeks ago
Easton residents approve budget and choose leaders
About 40 residents turned out Monday night to approve 42 warrants during the annual town meeting.
