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Van Buren seeks grant to replace dilapidated building with pocket park

Van Buren is seeking $100,000 in Community Development Block Grant funding to tear down several vacant and dilapidated buildings on its Main Street and fill the 1.4-acre space with a pocket park. The town held a public hearing on March 23 to introduce the project to residents.

Irving Woodlands helps County fight hunger

As a way to say thank-you for all the work County volunteers have done over the years to support the Can-Am Crown International Dog Sled Races, Irving Woodlands this week committed $30,000 to support the Aroostook County Action Program’s efforts to fight hunger.

Maine Maple Sunday weekend is back, with smaller-scale plans amidst pandemic

Last March, when the King family entered the yard of their sugarhouse, The Maple Moose, on what normally would have been Maine Maple Sunday weekend, there were no people in sight to taste the maple taffy and corn fritters or witness the boiling of fresh maple syrup.

Valley Girls comic – Week of March 22, 2021

Never going back

Honoring Maine’s military women

During Women’s History Month, the Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services would like to thank all women veterans; those currently serving on active duty, as well as those who served in the past.

‘Ives’ Five Lives’ showcases students’ comedy acting chops

Audience members laughed almost constantly through a Friday evening production of the one-act play “Ives’ Five Lives” by students at Fort Kent Community High School.

From our Files – Week of March 22, 2021

50 Years Ago -- March 25, 1971 Roland bowls -- Romeo Hebert presented a check to Roland Desjardin on behalf of Local 247, the group that sponsored Roland to the New England Candlepin Championships being in Brewer earlier that year.

Fiddlehead Focus Crossword Puzzle for March 24, 2021

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.

Cross Lake group plans virtual meeting on watershed plan

A virtual public meeting about the Cross Lake Watershed-Based Management Plan will be held at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 27, via Zoom, hosted by the Friends of Cross Lake.

PAWS pet of the week – Blitzen

Blitzen is in search of a responsible owner to give him the love and space he needs to flourish socially. He was born to a semi-feral Siamese mother and did not get the socialization he needed as a kitten.

K of C lotto winner, March 8-14

The Fort Kent Knights of Columbus have announced the winner of their ongoing lotto fundraiser for the week of March 8-14, 2021.

Maine Community Foundation reaches $500M milestone

The Maine Community Foundation reached a milestone in charitable giving this month, passing the $500 million mark in grants awarded since it was founded 38 years ago.

Madawaska man celebrates 101st birthday

Watching Valier Thibeault stroll up his block on an unseasonably warm day in March, you might not guess he’s 101 years old.

Madawaska rec department strikes chord with ‘Egg My Yard’ Easter celebration

What began as an idea to replace a town Easter tradition has become a St. John Valley-wide egg hunt led by Madawaska’s Parks and Recreation department.

Snowmobile Trail Report, March 18, 2021

These past few days have certainly not hurt the trails too bad, but the next day or so in the 40s will help to deteriorate what we have. Friday’s temps look to be pretty cold and then the weekend looks like it will be warm again and now looking at 50’s for the next week coming.

From Our Files – Week of March 16, 2021

50 Years Ago -- March 18, 1971 Farewell to Mrs. Wylie -- A farewell coffee was held in the cafetorium of the Madawaska High School, March 10, 1971, for Mrs. Ruth Wylie, who is retiring as secretary to the guidance instructors.

Maine’s Catholic Churches to allow 50 percent capacity starting March 26

Beginning on Friday, March 26, all of Maine’s Catholic churches will allow for 50 percent capacity for all daily and weekend Masses. Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday on March 28.

Valley Girls comic – Week of March 16, 2021

Can't believe we're twins

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