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Revisiting the one-stop application for all things Madawaska

Almost a year after its release, the TownOfMadawaska App is still being expanded as the town works to add business information to it.

Snowmobile Trail Report, Jan. 20, 2022

With the cold weather and The County picking up anywhere from 3-8 inches of fresh snow on Monday the clubs are doing a tremendous job on keeping the trails in very good condition.

Applications sought for Maine Youth Wilderness Leadership Program

Maine high school sophomores and juniors are eligible to apply for an incredible wilderness adventure in Baxter State Park this summer. Every year, Friends of Baxter State Park invites students from across Maine to take part in our Maine Youth Wilderness Leadership Program.

AMHC announces Ferris as chief operations officer

Ellen Bemis, CEO, Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc. has announced the appointment of Michelle Ferris, LCSW to chief operations officer, “Michelle’s experience in direct service, administration, and as a member of the senior leadership team, combined with her 15 years of service to AMHC makes her well suited for the role.”

Van Buren introduces new projects to Revitalize Main Street

If a town’s Main Street is the heart of a community, the residents are its backbone. Van Buren’s residents have come together to work on several projects to give their town a bit of a makeover.

Aroostook County Action Program leads Breakthrough Youth Services in the new year

Aroostook County Action Program is proud to announce the beginning of the Breakthrough Youth program in five Maine counties, including Aroostook.

County news team earns awards from Maine Press Association

Journalists and designers from the Aroostook Republican and News, Houlton Pioneer Times, St. John Valley Times and The Star-Herald, and websites fiddleheadfocus.com and thecounty.ME, earned recognition, including 14 first-place individual honors.

K of C lotto winner, Jan. 3-9, 2022

The Fort Kent Knights of Columbus have announced the winner of their ongoing lotto fundraiser for the previous week.

Maine State Police Troop F Report, Dec. 6-12, 2021

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of Nov. 29-Dec. 5, including the following.

Maine State Police Troop F Report, Dec. 20-26, 2021

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of Dec. 20-26, including the following.

Two join Aroostook Agency on Aging Community Services team

There have been two recent additions to the Community Services arm of the Aroostook Agency on Aging. Rick Bragg, manager of community outreach and education, and Kimberly James, Medicare education coordinator, will report to Judy Anderson, director of community and volunteer services.

Cooking class organizers hope to create kitchen connections

The Aroostook Agency on Aging, in partnership with several like-minded organizations, will launch “Flavor of Aroostook – Cooking to Connect,” a new series of hands-on cooking classes later this month.

United Way of Aroostook funding applications available

Jon Gulliver, president of the United Way of Aroostook Board of Directors, and Sarah Duncan, executive director, have announced the application for United Way of Aroostook funding for 2022-23 is now available.

Fort Kent councilors approve funding for new excavator

Employees with the Fort Kent Public Works Department will have a safer work environment and provide more efficient services once they acquire a new excavator the town councilors unanimously approved during their Monday, Jan. 10, meeting.

Your change helps change lives at NorState FCU

The past couple of years certainly have brought upon new challenges, but the spirit of community and generosity continues to be an essential part of NorState Federal Credit Union’s daily activities.

Fort Kent emergency service adds new ambulance to fleet

Ambulance Service Inc., based in Fort Kent, recently added a new ambulance to its fleet.

Valley Unified board considers reducing 25-year partnership between school districts

The Valley Unified Board of Directors discussed its governance structure Wednesday evening and whether to reduce how long the three St. John Valley educational partners must remain in the group they formed four years ago.

Snowmobile Trail Report – Jan. 12, 2022

Reports from clubs are that the fields in places are still a little thin but every flake is helping. Reminder that it is highly recommended that you do stay on the marked trails.

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