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Volunteers sought for outdoor spring cleaning in Allagash

Volunteers who want to get outside for some fresh air -- or just do some good for the St. John Valley community -- are welcome to take part in the annual outdoor spring cleaning of the Allagash town roads on Saturday, May 16.

ACAP expands services to meet community needs during pandemic

With the COVID-19 pandemic leaving what many believe will be a long-lasting economic impact on Maine, officials with the Aroostook County Action Program have expanded their programs to help more people than ever before.

Pineland Farms giving out 4,500 more boxes of food in County

MARS HILL, Maine — The Mars Hill-based Pineland Farms Potato Company will continue its “Drive Thru Box of Food Giveaway” this week by giving out 4,500 more boxes of food in the Presque Isle and St.

Madawaska board postpones paving project and discusses reopening offices and services

The Madawaska Board of Selectmen discussed the proposed plan and timeline for the gradual reopening of town buildings and services at its video conference meeting held on Monday. The office is now opening on May 26.

Aroostook CA$H Coalition to reopen tax help effort

The United Way of Aroostook’s Aroostook CA$H Coalition, sponsored by The County Federal Credit Union, has been working to be able to offer help to the many clients who hadn’t yet filed their taxes when COVID-19 stay-at-home measures were put into place.

Police seek information about car crash

When Officer Cole Pelletier arrived on the scene, he found a badly damaged 2006 Mazda 6, but no driver present.

Virtual workshop to prep businesses for government contracting

Northern Maine Development Commission and Maine Procurement Technical Assistance Center will partner to offer an online virtual workshop shop from 9 to 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 13, for all small businesses interested in expanding their business through government contracts.

Friday Night Warrior Lights shine for Class of 2020

The school building has been empty of students since March, but the Fort Kent Community High School soccer field was lit up on Friday, May 1, in honor of the Class of 2020.

UMPI nursing lab project out to bid

The University of Maine at Presque Isle plans to transform an old lecture hall into a state-of-the-art Nursing lab through its new Folsom Hall renovation project, which went out to bid last week.

Saint John Valley Live Trivia brings entertainment and charitable funds

A new local streaming group has developed an event to help keep the Valley entertained as people wait out the COVID-19 quarantine and help area businesses with their charities.

Crosswinds staff thankful for community support

The staff at Crosswinds Residential Care in Fort Kent is thankful for the support they have received from the community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Fort Kent residents make the most of sunny day

Local residents took advantage of summer-like weather on Wednesday to get outdoors for some fresh air and exercise.

Fort Kent man jailed after police arrest him twice in two days

A Fort Kent man who police arrested on April 23 was jailed the following day after police arrested him again.

Fort Kent Criminal Docket, September 2019

The following cases were heard under the Aroostook Criminal Docket at the Fort Kent Courthouse during the month of September.

Edmundston’s financials show another year of debt reduction

The City of Edmundston's net debt for 2019 has been reduced by $7.2 million compared to the previous year.

Edmundston police seize vehicle following hit-and-run

The Edmundston Police Force has identified and seized a vehicle suspected to have been involved in a Monday hit-and-run incident.

K of C lotto winner, April 13-19, 2020

The Fort Kent Knights of Columbus has announced the winner of its ongoing lotto fundraiser for the week of April 13-19, 2020.

PAWS pet of the week – HOBO

Meet HOBO, a PAWS resident in search of a forever home. Hobo was abandoned outdoors in October, left to fend for himself without food, in a high-traffic area.

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