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County residents question Versant Power about higher utility rates
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — With another electricity rate increase looming on July 1, Aroostook County residents asked Versant Power leaders Monday when the hikes will stop. About 23 people attended the power company’s annual open customer meeting and rate update in Presque Isle. Northern Maine consumers’ bills decreased...
Aroostook hospitals trying to reduce violence against medical workers
Amber Pratt, a registered nurse at Northern Light AR Gould Hospital in Presque Isle, was speaking with her supervisor one afternoon when a patient stormed into the office and shut the door. The patient had a history of violence both inside and outside the facility, and had already destroyed hospital...
Presque Isle man dies two days after being shot
A Presque Isle man who was shot last week died two days later from his injuries, according to Maine state police. Police responded at about 7:25 p.m. Thursday to an incident near 1055 Westmanland Road in the Aroostook County town of Westmanland, Shannon Moss, Maine Department of Public Safety spokesperson, said in an email.
Miss Aroostook Pageant calls for contestants
Plans are underway for the Miss Aroostook Pageant, slated on Aug. 25 in Caribou, and organizers are now accepting applications for contestants of all ages. This year’s event will be held at the newly remodeled Caribou Inn & Convention Center, promising a thrilling experience for all. The pageant, a program of Crossroads, a 501(c)3 organization based in Saco, is currently seeking contestants of all ages to participate for a day of elegance, empowerment and celebration.
Presque Isle man dies following Aroostook County shooting
A Presque Isle man has died of his injuries following a shooting in the Aroostook County town of Westmanland. Police responded to a shooting on Westmanland Road on the evening of June 20, according to a statement from the Maine Department of Public Safety. “The case and circumstances remain under...
A Presque Isle hospital is helping transgender Mainers find their voice
In a small office at Northern Light A.R. Gould Hospital in Presque Isle, people are learning new ways of speaking to match their gender identities. Speech language pathologist Robby Desjardins leads clients, many of whom are transgender, on a complex and sometimes emotional journey to retrain their voices. Gender-affirming voice...
Presque Isle man killed in shooting that's being investigated by Maine State Police
WESTMANLAND, Maine — A man from Presque Isle has died from injuries he sustained in an apparent shooting Thursday in a small town in Aroostook County. The fatal shooting in Westmanland is now under investigation by Maine State Police. State police detectives with the Major Crimes Unit-North responded Thursday...
22-year-old man dies following shooting in northern Maine
AROOSTOOK COUNTY, Maine — A man from Presque Isle is dead following a shooting reported Saturday, according to officials. A spokesperson from Maine State Police says its Major Crimes Unit is investigating the shooting that allegedly occurred Saturday, June 22. As a result of the shooting, officials say Brandon...
Soap Box Derby takes place in Aroostook County
HOULTON--Soap Box Derby racing is still attracting spectators to Northern Maine. It's not just a past time but a tradition for those living in Houlton. Racers from all over Aroostook County went head to head on Derby Hill in Houlton during the annual Northern Maine Soap Box Derby over the weekend. It's a tradition that began back in 1994.
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