Community

4 weeks ago

Local quilters donate ‘Racing Through the Woods’ quilt for 2026 Can-Am Crown Raffle

FORT KENT, Maine  — The Can-Am Crown International Sled Dog Races are proud to spotlight the return of a beloved fundraiser that blends local craftsmanship with race-week excitement. Northern Neighbors Quilters have donated their 23rd Can-Am Raffle Quilt, titled “Racing Through the Woods.” Members of NNQ in Fort Kent and surrounding communities pieced together the […]

4 weeks ago

PAWS Pet of the Week – Chip

PAWS of Fort Kent presents Chip, a stunning 2-year-old gray tiger with gorgeous green eyes. This handsome guy is a sweetheart.

4 weeks ago

Art auction to return to benefit library

After a successful inaugural launch in 2025, the Cabin Fever Silent Art Auction will return to the Fort Kent Public Library with a special collection of locally selected art pieces. 

4 weeks ago

Chamber welcomes new medical office

The Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce celebrated the opening of Trinity Direct Primary Care in Presque Isle with a ribbon cutting.

4 weeks ago

Lions support youth team

At the Mapleton Lions Club’s first meeting of the new year on Jan. 5, William McCartney and Wilson (last name not provided) spoke to the cub about the Presque Isle Recreation traveling youth basketball team.

4 weeks ago

PAWS Pet of the Week – Johnny

PAWS of Fort Kent presents Johnny, a sleek, charming and handsome 2-year-old black cat with a dashing white patch on his chest, like he’s always dressed for a night out.

4 weeks ago

Angels among us

At the beginning of this new year, we had a very, very sad situation that occurred at the Central Aroostook Humane Society.