8 months ago

New Madawaska-Edmundston bridge opening next month

The roughly $100 million bridge will open to regular traffic in early June, according to the Maine Department of Transportation.

8 months ago

Aroostook commission OKs first budget after move to fiscal calendar

With commissioners last week approving a $12.3 million budget, Aroostook County’s government budget is now set on a fiscal year.

8 months ago

New day care center helps fill a need in St. John Valley

There are 14 day care centers throughout the St. John Valley, according to the Maine Child Care Search website. Many have long waiting lists.

8 months ago

Madawaska budget could lead to slightly reduced mill rate

The town’s expense summary, which includes the entire municipal budget and estimated amounts for Madawaska’s share of county taxes and school expenses, is $13,903,745.

8 months ago

Judge postpones hearing for Caribou woman charged with arson, murder

Susan Kochanowski, 35, was charged with murder and arson after a fire at a Caribou apartment building in early 2023 that resulted in the death of 30-year-old Jason Donahue.

8 months ago

Fort Kent school is hosting an ‘intergalactic’ musical written and composed by northern Mainers

Nan’s (Intergalactic) Diner will be shown at 6:30 p.m. at the Fort Kent Community High School cafeteria on Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1.

8 months ago

New substance use recovery center helps fill a need in St. John Valley

Danielle Forino, who founded the Fort Kent center, said that substance use disorder is a widespread issue in the region that has affected nearly all community members in some way.