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Fort Kent woman still in Bangor hospital nearly two months after fatal car crash

A St. John Valley woman who survived a May 27 head-on collision that claimed the life of the other driver remains hospitalized nearly two months after the crash.

Maine’s ambulance staffing crisis can leave patients waiting on the line

Staring out the window and looking for flashing lights, Real Hebert said it felt like he spent an hour waiting for an ambulance when he called 911 on Jan. 15. His wife Simone Hebert’s breath had started coming in strange patterns and although her eyes were open, she was totally unresponsive.

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.

Madawaska native gets first-hand policy experience interning for Janet Mills’ office

At only 22 years old, Madawaska native Elizabeth “Liz” Theriault is working up close and personal to help create climate awareness social media campaigns at the Maine Governor’s Office for Policy Innovation and the Future as the organization's climate communications intern.

‘United We Stand, Divided We Fall’ event in Fort Kent proves peaceful

About 50 people attended a peaceful gathering in Fort Kent on Wednesday to honor the memory of George Floyd and other black men who have been killed by police officers, and to promote equality and unity among the races.

County Commission approves new ambulance and dispatch service contracts

The Aroostook County Commissioners approved dispatch and ambulance service contracts during a conference call meeting held Wednesday, April 15.

Hospital opens clinic for respiratory symptoms

In response to the needs of our communities, and to stay ahead of the coronavirus, effective on Monday, March 23, Northern Maine Medical Center will open a respiratory symptoms clinic.

Aroostook County Jail institutes changes amidst coronavirus outbreak

In light of coronavirus concerns, the Aroostook County Jail has instituted a number of changes to its day-to-day operations.

Valley Unified closes schools ‘indefinitely’

The Valley Unified Educational Service Center sent out letters to families March 19, to inform them that the school closure plans discussed on March 16 would be in place “indefinitely.”

Fort Kent council candidate would focus on ‘businesses, families and taxes’ if elected

Joey Ouellette was the only one of three candidates for Fort Kent Town Council who participated in a public Candidate’s Forum held Monday, March 16.

School lunch heroes deliver meals, school learning packets

Valley Unified school employees prepared and delivered meals to more than 1,500 children in the three school administrative units of SAD 27, SAD 33 and Madawaska School Department on Tuesday, March 17.

Madawaska closes town facilities as COVID-19 precautions

The Madawaska Board of Selectmen held an emergency meeting Tuesday, March 17, to discuss their action plan regarding the coronavirus outbreak.

Valley Unified responds to and prepares for coronavirus

Valley Unified called a joint meeting Monday night, March 16, to go over its four-part plan to combat the spread of coronavirus.

News organization experiencing telephone outage

Telephone lines at the Houlton Pioneer Times, The Star-Herald and the Aroostook Republican and News and the St. John Valley Times are temporarily out of service.

Thousands start their holiday season with annual Christmas festival

The hall held nearly 30 trees that sparkled with glitter and gleaming lights, surrounded by presents donated by local businesses.

Facebook page favoring regional school attracts 1,200-plus members

A Facebook page in support of a new regional school in the St. John Valley attracted more than 1,200 community members within a few days of its creation.

Safety first: What you should know about calling 911

The time has come you hoped would never happen -- you have to call 911. Whether you are driving or at home, here are some things for you to know about making the call, and to do ahead of time to prepare for the call.

Toys For Tots collections underway in Aroostook County

For the 10th year, the Northern Aroostook Toys For Tots is collecting toys to ensure that all children in Aroostook County experience the magic of Christmas.

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