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Bank offers shutdown assistance

Officials at Katahdin Trust recently announced special financial assistance to customers affected by the United States government shutdown.

Madawaska town manager and economic director pushing potential for plaza

Town officials are brainstorming ideas to find potential retailers to revive the mostly vacant downtown shopping center that the town acquired at the end of December and are hoping to make the proximity to Canada and its large population of potential shoppers a selling point.

Credit union names Fort Fairfield branch manager

The County Federal Credit Union has announced that Janelle Morin has been promoted to branch manager in Fort Fairfield.

Local state representatives named to policy committees

State representatives for the St. John Valley have been named to several of the Legislature’s policy committees during the upcoming session.

Officials mull ways to boost ridership at Presque Isle airport

Six months into United Airlines’ new air service to Newark, Presque Isle officials are optimistic about its future but are looking for opportunities to increase ridership.

Owner demolishes long vacant restaurant building on Main Street

A long vacant Fort Kent building which housed a variety of restaurants throughout the years is no longer standing on Main Street.

Relay for Life plans kickoff

The Relay For Life of Aroostook’s annual kickoff celebration event will take place Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2019, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Cary Medical Center in the Chan Center.

Fort Kent councilors approve liquor license request, mull ATV/snowmobile trail promotion

Fort Kent town councilors on Monday unanimously approved a local doctor’s request for permission to apply for a Maine liquor license for a new business he plans to open this spring.

Maine agriculture officials accept grant proposals

The Division of Agricultural Resource Development at the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry (DACF) has released its Request for Proposals for the 2019 Agricultural Development Grants.

Maine’s federal courts run out of money Friday but will keep operating

Federal courts will run out of money Friday because of the government shutdown, but will continue operating with essential personnel, U.S. District Judge Jon Levy, chief judge for the District of Maine, announced Friday.

Acadia FCU reorganization leads to new positions, staff development

Acadia Federal Credit Union has announced an internal reorganization that better aligns management with its strategic plan, while emphasizing building relationships with staff, members and the communities they serve.

Loring Industries lays off six employees due to ‘seasonal downturn’

Loring Industries laid off six employees on Jan. 10 due to a “seasonal downturn,” according to Tim McCabe, head of business development for the firm.

Aroostook Day at the Legislature is Feb. 5

Aroostook County business, municipal and other leaders will have a chance to interact with many of Maine’s lawmakers as the Aroostook Partnership has set the date for Aroostook Day at the Legislature.

Maine family in limbo as government shutdown freezes home sales

A Madison family of seven is stuck in the middle of a move after the partial government shutdown put their purchase of a new home on ice, USA Today reported.

‘Treats for Service’ lets kids show they care

Members of the Valley Rivers Middle School Student Council recently delivered cookies and other treats, along with thank-you cards, to thank those who make the community a safe and inviting place every day.

SAD 33 directors to meet Jan. 14

The next regular meeting of the SAD 33 school directors will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019, at Wisdom Middle/High School.

Valley Unified plans third meeting Jan. 15, 2019

The third meeting of the Board of Directors for Valley Unified Regional Service Center will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at the Community High School library in Fort Kent.

Madawaska selectmen to meet Jan. 15

The Madawaska Board of Selectmen will meet at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at the Madawaska Town Office council chambers.

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