1 day ago
One of these 8 sites could hold Aroostook’s next jail
The wealth of bidders gives Aroostook County options as it moves to replace its 137-year-old jail.
Presque Isle
2 days ago
Pedestrian dies after being hit by vehicle in Presque Isle
A pedestrian walking along the Ginn Road in Presque Isle died after being hit by a motor vehicle over the weekend.
2 days ago
Aroostook’s next jail will not be on city-owned land in Presque Isle
Aroostook County is in the midst of a search for land to locate a new jail, but that jail will not be built on municipal land in its biggest city.
5 days ago
Hampton Inn ribbon cutting
The Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce had the pleasure to hold a ribbon cutting for Hampton Inn for the newly renovated hotel.
5 days ago
Catholic Charities Maine expands food bank capacity to strengthen food security across Northern Maine
Catholic Charities Maine has expanded the capacity of its Hunger & Relief Services food bank with a new commercial freezer at its Monticello warehouse, strengthening food distribution across rural Northern Maine.
5 days ago
UMPI to host national-bestselling author as next Libra Distinguished Lecture Series speaker
The University of Maine at Presque Isle will present national-bestselling author Morgan Talty as the next speaker in the Libra Distinguished Lecture Series at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 15 in the Campus Center Multi-Purpose Room.
5 days ago
October is Pedestrian Safety Month
October is Pedestrian Safety Month, a time to remind everyone that at some point during the day, we are all pedestrians.
6 days ago
Aroostook’s only warming shelter faces deficit even with new state boost
The news comes as cooler temperatures foretell the winter to come, which make housing and heating greater challenges for Maine’s most vulnerable.
6 days ago
Aroostook County earns Safe Driving Award for second consecutive year
Aroostook County earned second place statewide for its safe driving practices during 2025 and received a $4,000 award.
6 days ago
UMPI to host biennial writers symposium
The University of Maine at Presque Isle will present its biennial writers symposium Voices in the North Country on Thursday, Oct. 15 from 1:30 to 3:45 p.m. and at 6 p.m. in the Campus Center’s Multi-Purpose Room,
