1 year ago

Van Buren continues revitalization efforts with community-driven grant program

The Aroostook County town is just one of 17 communities in the country to receive a Citizens’ Institute on Rural Design grant.

1 year ago

New Festival of Pumpkins event will support St. John Valley small businesses

Two St. John Valley entrepreneurs are hosting an event in which local businesses contribute decorated pumpkins full of gifts that are each entered into a raffle.

1 year ago

Madawaska-Edmundston bridge to be closed for 2 extra days

The Madawaska-Edmundston International Bridge will remain closed an additional two days, the Maine Department of Transportation announced Monday.

1 year ago

Mexican national faces up to 20 years for entering country after being removed twice

A Mexican national faces up to 20 years in prison and up to a $250,000 fine for entering the country without permission.

1 year ago

UMFK students are building esports computers in cutting edge program

Students are building high-end computers in a unique program devised at University of Maine at Fort Kent that the school’s newly formed esports club will use.

1 year ago

UMFK lights up field in honor of beloved Fort Kent resident Michael Simon

Hundreds came out on Friday night and cheered as newly donated lights illuminated the University of Maine at Fort Kent’s first-ever night game.

1 year ago

Madawaska holding special town meeting

Residents can vote on the purchase of a street sweeper, procuring land for a recreational trail, and the closure of 15 roads for the winter at Madawaska’s upcoming special town meeting.