Stories by Anthony Brino

7 years ago

Easton approves budget, expects no tax increase

While portions of Easton’s budget increased a bit this year, new construction and associated tax assessments will likely keep the town’s mill rate where it is, said town manager Jim Gardner.

7 years ago

AG clears Presque Isle police in 2017 fatal shooting

An investigation by the Office of the Maine Attorney General concluded that a Presque Isle police officer acted with a legitimate use of force when he fatally shot a man wielding a knife inside a mobile home in March 2017.

7 years ago

UMPI wind turbine catches fire Easter night

An investigation is underway into what caused a fire in the generator of the University of Maine Presque Isle’s wind turbine, which led to a brief campus power outage Sunday.

7 years ago

Masardis woman seeking grant to open convenience store

With one of the state’s largest lumber mills located in town and more than 1,000 commuters passing by everyday, LouAnne Deabay thinks there’s a good opportunity to open a general store and food shop in Masardis.

7 years ago

Chapman approves food sovereignty ordinance

Voters in Chapman approved Aroostook County’s second food sovereignty ordinance Monday evening, creating a pathway for town residents to buy and sell their own foods without state oversight.