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UScellular names Ketch agent development manager for Central and Northern Maine

US Cellular has promoted Matt Ketch to agent development manager at the company's agent retail locations across central and northern Maine.

MaineCF scholarships available to benefit students in Aroostook County

Online applications are currently being accepted at the Maine Community Foundation for the Sally Stetson Tongren Scholarship Fund for Aroostook County and the Wendell S. Doody Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Van Buren pantry brings joy to the fight against food insecurity

St. Peter Chanel Pantry in Van Buren has seen the number of families it serves double since the pandemic from 130 at the start of 2020 to an average of 240 now.

COVID-positive person seen in public in Madawaska without a mask

Several anonymous tips to Madawaska’s health officer Kristopher Albert reported that a person who was known to have recently tested positive for COVID-19 was seen in public without a mask on.

National Weather Service urges caution throughout weekend as flooding continues

The National Weather Service in Caribou is warning County residents to stay clear of flooded areas this weekend.

Bishop Deeley celebrates Mass of the Holy Oils in Caribou

Bishop Robert Deeley celebrated the Mass of the Holy Oils on March 31 in Caribou with priests, deacons and parishioners from northern and eastern Maine parishes. During the Mass, oils that will be used in the sacraments during the upcoming year were distributed to priests to take back to their communities.

Maine State Police Troop F Report, March 22-28, 2021

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of March 22-28, including the following.

Maine State Police Troop F Report, March 8-14, 2021

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of March 8-14, including the following.

ACAP to assist local residents connect to the Marketplace

Aroostook County Action Program provides free services to help connect individuals and families to health insurance through the Marketplace. To take advantage of these increased savings and decreased expenses, consumers who decide on enrolling in Marketplace coverage through Healthcare.gov should now do so.

St. John Valley Chamber names new board members

The St. John Valley Chamber of Commerce & Tourism announces new Board Members.

Maine State Police Troop F Report, March 15-21, 2021

The Maine State Police Troop F barracks in Houlton responded to a number of calls for service during the period of March 15-21, including the following.

Frenchville hires new town manager

Frenchville has a new town manager. David D. Cyr recently took over the role after Ryan E. Pelletier resigned from the position in March following six years of service to the town. Town Clerk Susette Zetterman has served as interim town manager.

SAD 27 directors plan Monday meeting

The 894th Meeting of the Directors of MSAD No. 27 will be held at 6:00 P.M. on Monday, April 5, 2021 in the Fort Kent Community High School Library or via Zoom Video Conferencing.

Grand Jury hands up 81 indictments for March

A 42-year-old Ashland man charged with ramming his vehicle into a police cruiser was among 81 indictments handed up for judicial review by an Aroostook County Grand Jury in March.

AREA to survey members

The AREA Board met Tuesday, March 16 at the Caribou Inn and Convention Center. Following the flag salute, invocation and reports by officers and committee chairs, the main topic of discussion was the summer meetings.

Madawaska Board of Selectmen and Finance Committee to meet jointly Tuesday

The Madawaska Board of Selectmen and Finance Committee will hold a joint meeting at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, April 6, at the Madawaska Safety Complex.

Maine trucking company keeps things moving, even when life stands still

As COVID-19 decimated many businesses, the nation's truckers were called to deliver, with fewer amenities along the way. For at least one driver and an Aroostook company, it was all part of the job -- and how they did it snagged them a statewide honor.

Things to do – Week of March 29, 2021

Wednesday, March 31 VEGETABLE AND FRUIT SCHOOL - 2-day online class with UMaine Cooperative Extension, 12-2 p.m. $15 for both days. Register: extension.umaine.edu/register/product/maine-vegetable-fruit-school-2021/.

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