5 days ago
Madawaska residents approve $1.15 million tax abatement payment to paper mill
The decision comes after a disagreement between the mill and town that began roughly one year ago.
St. John Valley
6 days ago
St. John Valley weather, April 15-21, 2026
By Friday, conditions will begin to gradually improve. Morning fog and a lingering chance of light rain will give way to partial sunshine.
6 days ago
Officials keep eye on possible flood risk from ice jams in Aroostook County
In Fort Kent, an ice jam in the St. John River released Tuesday night and moved quickly, bringing the water level up to 14 feet, which is considered an action stage.
6 days ago
The County Crossword for April 15, 2026
You can complete this crossword puzzle online. Just click on the box you want to fill in and begin typing the word you think is the answer to the clue.
1 week ago
UMFK to host 15th annual Scholars’ Symposium on April 29
The University of Maine at Fort Kent will host its 15th annual Scholars’ Symposium on Wednesday, April 29, highlighting students’ research and academic excellence.
1 week ago
PAWS Pet of the Week – Simba
PAWS of Fort Kent presents Simba, a sweet soul with endless charm. He is 10 years old, but he has plenty of love to give.
1 week ago
Appreciates animal freedom bill
To the editor:
I recently read an online article about an animal rights group that broke into a Wisconsin biomedical research facility and rescued 22 beagles that were being used for animal laboratory testing.
1 week ago
Funding will reduce waitlist for home-delivered meals
For more than 200 older adults in Aroostook County, a daily meal is already part of staying safe and independent at home. For an equal number, that same support has been out of reach — until now.
1 week ago
Collins has delivered for clean water
To the editor:
No one has done more for Maine’s rivers and lakes since Sen. Edmund Muskie authored the Clean Water Act than Sen. Susan Collins.
