2 days ago
Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of December 18, 2024
As the Christmas season begins, we find ourselves in a last-ditch effort to raise money for the animals in our care.
Houlton
2 days ago
’Tis the season for pruning
While for some this may be the season to cut down a Christmas tree, for those who have deciduous (leaf-dropping) trees in their yard, this is a good season to prune.
2 days ago
Houlton slashes $1.8M from proposed 2025 budget
The new $14,749,220 proposed 2025 town budget, including $4.045 million in RSU 29 and County mandates, raises the tax rate from 19.4 to 20.4 mills.
3 days ago
Houlton area From our Files – Week of December 18, 2024
75 Years Ago – December 20, 1949
Over 1,000 Youngsters Expected To Attend Giant Christmas Party — Detailed plans for Houlton’s giant Christmas party to be held at the Houlton and Temple Theatres Friday, December 23rd, were announced today by Mrs. Donald McCluskey, chairman of the committee in charge of the event.
4 days ago
The County Crossword for Dec. 18, 2024
You can complete this crossword puzzle online. Just click on the box you want to fill in and begin typing the word you think is the answer to the clue.
4 days ago
CDC to revisit regulations for bringing dogs into the United States
The CDC will reopen the rulemaking process, according to a press release from U.S. Sen. Susan Collins, one of several senators in states bordering Canada who oppose the new regulations.
4 days ago
Search is on for replacement after Houlton girls basketball coach resigns
Ken Ervin resigned last Friday afternoon for personal reasons, according to Houlton athletic director Evan Clark.
5 days ago
Board of review recommends significant cuts to Houlton budget
Despite the board’s cut to the initial proposed 2025 budget, it is still a $1.8 million increase over 2024.
5 days ago
International skating champions skate with Aroostook kids
On Saturday, Ice Dance International performed two 30-minute shows in Houlton and then the cast returned to the ice to skate with mostly ice skating beginners.
5 days ago
Holiday gift ideas for outdoors folks
I have some suggestions to help the gift selection process, and a handful of new, innovative products to consider.
