6 months ago
Can-Am dog race ‘rejoicing’ after CDC rule change
The CDC changed the rules after it faced significant pushback
Stories by Chris Bouchard
6 months ago
Madawaska officials honor outgoing interim manager
Town officials honored and recognized the service of outgoing interim Town Manager Dan Foster.
6 months ago
DOT meeting to finalize Van Buren design plan set for Aug. 21
The project will address pedestrian and non-motorist safety concerns, improve the look, feeling, and character of Van Buren, and addresses connectivity with the waterfront, seaplane port of entry, and customs port of entry.
6 months ago
Can-Am sled dog race in jeopardy under new CDC rules, former champ says
Katherine Langlais of Glenwood, New Brunswick, who won the Can-Am event in 2023, has been speaking out about how these regulations could create a logistical nightmare that results in lower turnouts in mushing events throughout North America.
6 months ago
Administrator reviews county taxes with Madawaska officials
Madawaska’s county taxes are $735,348, which is a roughly $150,000 increase over last year’s approved total of $575,062.
6 months ago
Hundreds come out for St. Agatha’s 125th anniversary
The parade on Sunday was one of several activities planned for the town’s three-day celebration.
6 months ago
Van Buren transforming underdeveloped space into community garden
The town was recently awarded a $44,345 Community Action Grant through the Governor’s Office of Policy Innovation and the Future to help fund the project.
6 months ago
Can-Am sled dog race officials say new border rules threaten future events
Officials say the new rules are creating significant financial and logistical burdens for mushers who cross the US-Canada border to participate in the races,
6 months ago
Grand Isle gets $250,000 grant to upgrade water, wastewater facilities
The total project, estimated to cost $4,195,000, includes upgrading both the water and wastewater treatment plants along with four wastewater pump stations.
6 months ago
Fort Kent residents ask town for emergency route into trailer park after fire
The park contains multiple sharp corners, making it difficult for emergency personnel to respond to an incident occurring at the opposite end of the entrance.
