4 years ago

Houlton sets public hearing date on visitor center sale for April 12

The Houlton Town Council held its first meeting regarding the proposed sale of the Visitor Information Center, with a public hearing set to take place on April 12.

4 years ago

Island Falls elects Lord and Hunt to board of selectmen

The town of Island Falls elected Roydon Hunt and James Lord to serve on its board of selectmen, followed by a sometimes contentious town meeting which lasted more than two hours.

4 years ago

Patten celebrates oldest resident with parade

Madelyn Porter, Patten’s oldest resident, was treated to a drive-by parade in her honor as she celebrated her 100th birthday on Sunday, March 14.

4 years ago

Oakfield approves ambulance rate, despite high increase

Oakfield’s annual town meeting held Monday, March 6, drew considerable discussion regarding an increased ambulance rate, though the town ultimately voted to approve the increase.

4 years ago

Boiled dinner meals handed out in Houlton for St. Patrick’s day weekend

Meals consisting of corned beef, cabbage, mashed potatoes and turnips were enjoyed by many Houlton residents the weekend of March 13-14, thanks to drive-thrus put together by St. Mary’s Catholic Church and the local American Legion.

4 years ago

Late-night blaze in Blaine destroys house

Firefighters from Mars Hill, Bridgewater and Easton braved negative wind chills Sunday night to extinguish a fire that broke out at a house along Robinson Road in Blaine.

4 years ago

New electronic sign near police station helps provide community updates

A new sign in front of the police station in Houlton will alert residents to public health updates and community happenings, thanks to a federal grant for COVID-19 relief funding.

4 years ago

Police warn of increased catalytic converter theft across central and southern Aroostook

The Houlton Police Department has put out an advisory notice to business owners and other community members, warning of an uptick in thefts of catalytic converters from vehicles across Aroostook County.