1 day ago
Trump budget cuts target national design program that helped rural Maine towns
The 30-year-old Citizens’ Institute on Rural Design program is funded by the National Endowment for the Arts, which Trump has targeted for elimination.
St. John Valley
2 days ago
Collins congratulates NMCC graduates, helps break ground at Presque Isle airport
Collins addressed the 60th graduating class of Northern Maine Community College, then participated in a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Presque Isle International Airport terminal.
3 days ago
Presque Isle wants more Aroostook towns to support homeless shelter
Homeless Services sent out 70 requests to Aroostook towns totaling $135,000, and 30 communities gave a combined $46,000.
3 days ago
Canoe racing is returning to the Allagash
The 1st Annual Tylor Kelly Allagash Dash, slated for 10 a.m. May 18, is the 11th race in a 2025 state series.
3 days ago
10th annual Community Wide Yard Sale to cover much of St. John Valley
More than half a dozen northern Aroostook communities will be involved in the upcoming Community Wide Yard Sale.
3 days ago
Aroostook Partnership hires new president & CEO
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Aroostook Partnership is pleased to announce that Kiersten S. Purington, PhD, MBA, has been hired as president & CEO effective May 5. Aroostook Partnership is a unique nonprofit, private and public partnership whose mission is to ensure economic strength, growth and resilience of The County. Purington brings with her a wealth […]
5 days ago
NMCC celebrates student achievement, community at Annual Evening of Excellence
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Northern Maine Community College celebrated academic achievement, leadership and community service during its annual Evening of Excellence, held April 30 on campus. The event opened with remarks from Dean of Students Matt Grillo, who commended the honorees for their resilience and dedication. “Today we come together to recognize students and staff […]
5 days ago
The County Crossword for May 7, 2025
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.
6 days ago
Aroostook’s only homeless shelter seeks a lifeline from Presque Isle
The loan would cover expenses for three months until the anticipated passage of state legislation that would fund Maine’s emergency shelters.
6 days ago
Valley town and paper mill clash over tax bill
The mill is seeking abatement after the town issued a correction that pushed up the factory’s valuation by more than $20 million.
