Stories by Chris Bouchard

4 years ago

Otter Brook Bridge work taking place until mid-June

The speed limit on the Otter Brook Bridge on Route 89 near the Limestone Street and Powers Road intersection will be reduced to 35 miles per hour as workers with the Maine Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Maintenance Operations remove and replace the bridge’s railing. 

4 years ago

Woodland undergoing reassessment

Assessors with Maine Assessment & Appraisal Services began reassessing the town of Woodland’s land and property in early April, a process anticipated to be completed by July 1, 2022. 

4 years ago

Follow a few tips to prepare lawn mowers for the season

With warmer weather on the horizon, the grass will soon grow higher and people will start preparing to mow their lawns. Before cutting the grass for the first time this season, here are a few tips homeowners can follow to ensure their lawn mower runs smoothly throughout the year.

4 years ago

Limestone recognizes two new businesses

Main Street Outlet and County Lock & Key are among two of four new businesses in Limestone this year, and were both formally recognized by the Limestone Development Foundation/Chamber on April 15. 

4 years ago

Volunteers work to ensure Caribou ski program continues

The Caribou recreation department wasn’t able to place an order for new skis this year after learning a couple weeks ago that one of the largest ski equipment manufacturing facilities in Europe was demolished by a fire. In response, half a dozen volunteers stepped up to ensure that the ski program could continue smoothly.

4 years ago

Aroostook County flood threat now minimal

The threat of more spring flooding in Aroostook County is now minimal, with heavy rain being the only major factor that could potentially contribute to more road closures, according to Aroostook EMA Director Darren Woods.