21 hours ago

Aroostook County Commissioners postpone second amendment sanctuary vote

The Aroostook County Commissioners voted to withdraw a resolution to make The County a Second Amendment sanctuary after John DeVeau, the former Maine House Representative and originator of the resolution, requested it be replaced with a new resolution. 

7 days ago

Aroostook forming committee to evaluate broadband expansion

A committee to consider the future of broadband in Aroostook County is looking for more participants from across the region as it begins an evaluation of how to expand high-speed internet access.

7 days ago

Potato farmer turned nursing home pioneer’s legacy will live on in Aroostook County

Aroostook County folks are known for their work ethic, a character trait for which Albert “Al” Cyr will long be remembered.

1 week ago

VA breaks ground on new Presque Isle clinic

A new, larger facility in Presque Isle will soon replace Caribou’s Veterans Administration health clinic at Cary Medical Center.

1 week ago

As state home sales rise, so does interest in ACAP’s homebuyer education class

An increase in the number of year-over-year participants in Aroostook County Action Program’s HoMEworks Homebuyer Education Class may be one sign that a recent surge in the number of local homes purchased in Aroostook County is not coming to an end anytime soon.

1 week ago

Bank recognizes employees for years of service

Katahdin Trust recently held a virtual company-wide employee appreciation event to honor employees for their hard work and dedication. During the event, employees who celebrated a milestone year with the Bank were honored and the bank’s Top of the Mountain Commitment to Community award recipient was announced.

1 week ago

Births at Cary Medical Center, May 2021

The following births were recently announced at Cary Medical Center.

3 weeks ago

Financial group expands services

Bryan Thompson, chief executive officer at Thompson Financial Group located in Presque Isle and Bangor, has announced the addition of employee benefits to the company’s portfolio of services. 

3 weeks ago

Utility rates to drop for County residents

Starting July 1, Versant Power customers in Aroostook County’s Maine Public District will see lower electricity delivery rates.

3 weeks ago

Facing months-out appointments and long drives to specialists, Madawaska residents are excited for a new health care facility

When she was bitten by a mystery bug and her hand started to swell, Diane didn’t go to her doctor. Instead, she went to the drug store, bought herself some Benadryl cream and hoped the swelling would subside. 

3 weeks ago

Maine State Police Troop F Report, June 7-13, 2021

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of June 7-13, including the following.

1 month ago

Katahdin Trust and United Way partner for Summer Slide Reading Program

United Way of Aroostook and Katahdin Trust Company have once again partnered for the Summer Slide Reading Program. The program encourages early readers to continue reading throughout the summer to help keep them engaged in learning and sharpen their reading skills over summer vacation. 

1 month ago

Aroostook commissioners hear request for county-wide Second Amendment sanctuary following Piscataquis vote

Just a day after Piscatiquis became the first Maine county to pass a Second Amendment sanctuary, Aroostook’s Commissioners heard a resident request for the same action at their monthly meeting. They agreed to discuss the matter in-depth at their next meeting, on July 21.

1 month ago

ACAP, PI Housing Authority unite for low-income families

The Aroostook County Action Program and Presque Isle Housing Authority have partnered to ensure that low-income families have better access to comprehensive services. 

1 month ago

Red Cross plans local blood drives

The American Red Cross is experiencing a severe blood shortage as the number of trauma cases, organ transplants and elective surgeries rise and deplete the nation’s blood inventory. 

1 month ago

Summer heat comes early to The County

Warm temperatures broke records in parts of Maine on Tuesday, the second day of a pre-summer hot spell.

2 months ago

Community food box distributions planned

The Aroostook Agency on Aging can connect older persons or those who are disabled to a service that will help meet their nutrition needs, including monthly distribution of commodity food items.

2 months ago

Marketing mini-grant application now open

Businesses with five or fewer employees and gross sales under $150,000 can apply by June 11 to augment their marketing budget with up to $1,000 from New Ventures Maine.