12 months ago
Woodland residents want to create a better future after government dysfunction
Led by resident David Hall, the comprehensive plan committee wants to get residents’ feedback on town issues and then explore new goals.
County Politics
12 months ago
Caribou council overrules mayor to reinstate prayer that opens meetings
The mayor’s choice to eliminate the prayers that open city meetings prompted Caribou councilors to reinstate the tradition and not create a policy governing prayers.
1 year ago
Aroostook Republicans to caucus
Julie Baker, chair of the Aroostook County Republican Committee, has announced that Aroostook Republicans will caucus on Saturday, February 10 at three locations in Aroostook County; Fort Kent, Fort Fairfield and Houlton.
1 year ago
More than 50 Aroostook residents say they were misled at voter registration drives
Municipal officials around Aroostook County say more than 50 people have signed what they thought was a petition to support a political party, but actually signed voter registration applications resulting in their unknowingly switching political parties.
1 year ago
Aroostook County Democratic Committee caucus for judge of probate candidates
Aroostook County Judge of Probate James P. Dunleavy passed away on December 10, 2023. In accordance with Maine law, Gov. Janet T. Mills will appoint a qualified individual to serve out the remainder of Judge Dunleavy’s term from a list provided by the County Committee of the judge’s political party.
1 year ago
City Council chair says Presque Isle Industrial Council appointment does not violate bylaws
City Councilor Gary Nelson was appointed to the Board of Directors of the Industrial Council during Wednesday night’s City Council meeting despite owning property in the Skyway Industrial Park.
1 year ago
Presque Isle city councilors appoint members to municipal boards and committees
The council meeting held at City Hall began with the swearing in of new City Council members Hank King and James Carroll.
1 year ago
City Council names Boma Caribou’s new mayor
The Caribou City Council named Courtney Boma mayor in a 5-2 vote. Boma replaces councilor Jody Smith in the role.
1 year ago
New Woodland Select Board member named chairperson during first meeting
After being elected earlier this month, Matthew Cole said he wanted to help the town move forward amid conflicts that prevented the board from meeting several times.
1 year ago
Caribou honors outgoing city councilors at final 2023 meeting
Outgoing city councilors Lou Willey and Mark Goughan received special honors at Caribou City Council’s final meeting of the year.
