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NorState temporarily closes Fort Kent branch due to COVID-19

The Fort Kent branch of NorState Federal Credit Union is temporarily closed after an employee tested positive for COVID-19.

Fort Kent man escapes injury in rollover crash on way to work

A Fort Kent man traveling to his logging job early Tuesday morning escaped injury when his pickup truck rolled over on Route 161.

Valley Unified partners to enter mediation as state deadline looms for new school

With a state-imposed deadline looming that could end a multi-year project if it isn't met, Valley Unified Education Service Center partners will enter mediation on Dec. 21 to try and settle their differences over a proposed new regional school.

St. Agatha store puts in 24-hour gas pumps to help attract tourism

Roy’s Variety in St. Agatha has been able to add 24-hour gas pumps to its line of services due to grant money the store received.

SAD 27 moves to remote learning model for rest of 2020 due to COVID-19 outbreak at local business

Students in the SAD 27 district will move to a remote learning model for the rest of 2020 due to an outbreak of COVID-19 at a local business.

Van Buren District School going remote after staff member tests positive for COVID-19

Students attending Van Buren District School in SAD 24 will not return to in-person learning until Dec. 16 after a staff member tested positive for COVID-19.

Pick-up knocks down utility pole in Fort Kent

FORT KENT, Maine — A single motor vehicle crash in which a pickup left the roadway and struck a utility pole occurred on Monday, Nov. 23, according to Fort Kent Police.

Can-Am organizers to consider virtual version of sled dog race event

After notifying mushers and race volunteers of their decision to cancel the 2021 Can-Am Crown International Sled Dog Races due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Can-Am Board of Directors is considering a virtual version of the 30-, 100- and 250-mile races.

With help from community, Presque Isle woman sends 20 people turkeys for Thanksgiving

The Facebook group Beers for the bearded - Aroostook and a Presque Isle woman with a vision have made it possible for 20 households in eight towns across The County to have Thanksgiving dinner this year.

Acadian Pond Hockey Classic canceled due to pandemic

Another popular northern Maine winter event has been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mitchell leaves the St. John Valley, but not before one last recipe

St. John Valley Times reporter bids farewell to The County

Valley students to perform comedy play ‘Doom Service’

The public is invited to attend a theatrical production of the comedy “Doom Service” on the evenings of Dec. 3-5 in Fort Kent.

Four Seasons Trail blazes a new path

The Four Seasons Trail Association made way for a new extension at the Four Seasons Trail and Lodge in Madawaska.

Police commend off-duty nurse for saving man’s life in St. Agatha

An off-duty nurse who saved a man’s life last year and went on to potentially save more lives by holding a local CPR class recently received a Maine State Police Special Award of Commendation.

Van Buren beats Easton 7-0 in Aroostook League championship game

The Van Buren boys soccer team beat Easton 7-0 Friday in the Aroostook League Division II boys championship game. The win capped off a shortened season caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Turkey fundraiser underway in Fort Kent

The United Way of Aroostook’s fourth annual High Five Turkey Drive is underway until 5 p.m. Thursday at John’s Shurfine/St. John Valley Pharmacy in Fort Kent.

Trunk or treat brings joy to Van Buren youth and seniors

The residents of Borderview in Van Buren got all treats Halloween night as they got to see young goblins and ghouls trunk-or-treat outside the senior living facility.

SUV damaged in collision with tractor-trailer

An SUV and tractor-trailer truck collided Tuesday morning in downtown Fort Kent.

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