Presque Isle

1 day ago

The antics of Ollie

Summer is upon us, and I am sure many of you love this hot weather. I’m more a 70s girl. When it hits the 80s or 90s, it’s just too hot for me – and for my dog, Ollie.

1 day ago

Birding in Aroostook

With over 96 million “birders” in the United States and the number of species that can be seen right here in Aroostook County, including rare birds, Presque Isle is pleased to welcome our birding friends.  

4 days ago

UMaine-Augusta honors

University of Maine at Augusta Provost Joseph Szakas has announced the spring 2026 full-time and part-time president’s lists and full-time dean’s list, for respective grade point averages of 3.8 and above and 3.25 to 3.79.

5 days ago

A grand opening in Mapleton

The Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for the grand opening of Maple-Den, located at 1716 Main St. in Mapleton. From left are, front row: Jennifer Olson, chamber; Cathy Darrell, Kirsten Darrell and Skylaya Darrell. Middle row: Chris Darrell, Paxton Darrell, owner Collin Darrell, Harper Darrell, Mac Browning, Jodi Browning, Karen Browning, Town Manager […]

5 days ago

NMDC secures $360K grant for recruitment initiative

Northern Maine Development Commission has been awarded a $360,210 Catalyst-United States Department of Agriculture Partnership grant from the Northern Border Regional Commission in support of Aroostook Rising, an economic development initiative of Aroostook Partnership. 

6 days ago

10 fun summer stops at Katahdin Woods and Waters

Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument offers families and adventurers access to some of the nation’s most pristine natural wonders and ancient forests, but knowing where to begin exploring this landmark is a mystery for many, even locals.  The monument’s 87,500 acres contain mountains, waterways, bogs, wetlands and fields that are abundant with vegetation, ancient […]