12 months ago
Presque Isle’s economic director resigns to take job in Kennebunkport
Economic and Community Development Director Galen Weibley is resigning after four years in Presque Isle.
Stories by Paul Bagnall
12 months ago
Ashland artist opens arts and crafts store at her family’s old location
Lindsey Cyr could not pass up an opportunity to open an arts and crafts store in her hometown when rental space on Main Street became available.
12 months ago
NMCC begins renovations for much needed child care center
The center is needed because age demographics for NMCC students have changed with 126 students being 35 and over.
12 months ago
Presque Isle city councilors approve $18.2 million 2024 budget
Councilors voted 5-0 to approve the budget, which totals $18.2 million, including $10.2 million in revenue and $8 million in spending.
12 months ago
Caribou structure fire extinguished by firefighters
T Firefighters quickly put out a fire at a residence on Albair Road in Caribou Thursday. The fire at the two-story log home at 967 Albair Road started around 11 a.m. with fire crews arriving at 11:16 a.m., according to a Caribou Fire and Ambulance Department official. Smoke was coming from the front porch and […]
12 months ago
Presque Isle holiday train gives passengers a Polar Express experience
Proceeds from ticket sales benefited separate fundraisers for Kiwanis Club and Homeless Services of Aroostook located in Presque Isle.
12 months ago
First responders handle medical emergency at Presque Isle airport
Presque Isle Public Safety Dispatch responded to a call from Boston Aviation Control Thursday night to request emergency medical services involving CPR for the passenger.
12 months ago
Presque Isle tears down condemned house with history of police calls
The building at 5 Verone St., formerly owned by Presque Isle resident Jean Simpson, had recently been acquired by the city of Presque Isle for back taxes of $4,800, according to Presque Isle Financial Director Brad Turner.
12 months ago
Ashland won’t have girls varsity basketball team this season due to low participation
Ashland District School currently has 32 female students from grades 9-12.
1 year ago
Presque Isle man arrested in connection with Walmart bomb threat
The investigation led Presque Isle police to the residence of Gregory Upshaw, 30. Upshaw was taken into custody and taken to the Presque Isle Police Department. He has been charged with aggravated reckless conduct, aggravated false public alarm, terrorizing and creating a police standoff.
