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New town leaders take the helm in Houlton

Houlton has struggled in past years to attract candidates for the seven-member council, but this year’s election was different.

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Aroostook County communities report results from 2026 general election

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - Aroostook County communities report results from 2026 general election. PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) – Communities across Aroostook County are reporting results from Tuesday’s general election, with voters weighing in on municipal races, local ballot questions and several closely contested state legislative races. Election...

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200th baby of 2026 born at Cary Medical Center

CARIBOU, Maine – A family from Limestone welcomed a baby boy on Nov. 2, marking the 200th delivery of 2026 at Cary Medical Center. Jaxon Nyx was born Monday, Nov. 2, to Briana Devoe and Dillan Hansell. Jaxon weighed 8 pounds, 2 ounces, and measured 19.5 inches long. He was delivered by Maria Mercedes Sayago, MD, and Brian Wall, MD.

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An illegally killed bull moose became an unusual classroom lesson for Maine students

East Grand High School students in Danforth got a hands-on lesson in processing wild game Wednesday.

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Lucien Daigle wins Maine Senate District 1 race

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - Republican Lucien Daigle has won the race for Maine Senate District 1, defeating Democrat Vaughn McLaughlin in Tuesday’s general election, according to The Associated Press. Daigle, a Fort Kent resident and current member of the Maine House of Representatives, will move to the state...

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Austin Theriault wins Maine House District 1 race

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - Republican Austin Theriault has won the race for Maine House District 1, defeating Democrat Jennifer Levesque in Tuesday’s general election, according to The Associated Press. Theriault, a Fort Kent native and former professional NASCAR driver, will return to the Maine House of Representatives after...

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Husson will offer free tuition to Aroostook students

Qualified students must have at least a 3.0 high school GPA, an adjusted gross family income of less than $80,000 and live in Aroostook County.

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A lasting salute to veterans & military K-9s

WRITTEN BY JOSHUA ARCHER Over the summer, a young man from Aroostook County set out to earn Eagle Scout status by completing a community project to honor local veterans and the often overlooked K-9s who served.  After several years of hard work and with most of the necessary boxes ticked — merit badges, examples of […]

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Douglas Carlisle Jr. prepares to represent Maine House District 5

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - Republican Douglas Carlisle Jr. is preparing to represent Maine House District 5 in Augusta after winning Tuesday’s general election. Carlisle defeated Democrat Lori Kenneson. He will succeed Republican Joseph Underwood, who did not seek reelection. First term in Augusta. This is Carlisle’s first time...

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Jantzen Craine wins Maine House District 7 race

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - Republican Jantzen Stephen Craine has won the race for Maine House District 7, defeating Democrat Matthew Rush in Tuesday’s general election, according to The Associated Press. Craine, a Houlton resident and member of the Houlton Town Council, will serve his first term in the...

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NMCC Foundation annual dinner celebrates strong roots and bright futures in Aroostook County

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine – The Northern Maine Community College Foundation brought together community leaders, donors, alumni, faculty, staff, students and business partners for its annual dinner. Nicole Cote, executive director of the NMCC Foundation, introduced the evening’s theme “Strong Roots, Bright Futures — Creating Success in Aroostook County”, which highlighted the role of education, philanthropy and community partnerships in expanding opportunities for students, strengthening the regional workforce and building a brighter future for northern Maine.

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Christmas in Caribou Kicks Off Thursday Night

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - Christmas in Caribou kicks off Thursday night. The town of Caribou and the Caribou Recreation Department are hosting this year’s events in Lyndon Square. The holiday festivities start at 5:30 p.m. tomorrow with a holiday market edition of Thursdays on Sweden Street. County residents can enjoy live music and local vendors until 8 p.m. The market will return on Thursday, Nov. 12, with the same hours.

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Douglas Carlisle Jr. wins Maine House District 5 race

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - Republican Douglas C. Carlisle Jr. has won the race for Maine House District 5, defeating Democrat Lori Kenneson in Tuesday’s general election, according to unofficial results with an estimated 99% of ballots counted. Carlisle, a Presque Isle resident, will succeed Republican Joseph Underwood, who...

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Millinocket street draws trick-or-treaters on Halloween

Millinocket, Maine (WAGM) - Massachusetts Avenue was the street trick-or-treaters did not want to miss in Millinocket this Halloween. Halloween has become a big tradition on the street over the past few years. The street transforms into a Halloween hotspot, with barricades at both ends and police cruisers blocking off connecting roads. Several homeowners went all out to make the night special.

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The Best Places to Retire in Maine Might Surprise You

Have you considered retiring to Maine?

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Tritown area recognizes volunteer firefighters

The Towns of Mapleton, Castle Hill and Chapman, which have enjoyed being an interlocal cooperation Since 1992, recently celebrated their employees during an appreciation supper and awards ceremony at the Mapleton Lions Hall. Among those recognized was firefighter Lance Johnson, who marked 35 years as a volunteer with the Mapleton,...

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A journey of a lifetime

This past fall Jerry Riley, accompanied by his son Jerad, joined other veterans flying from Maine to Washington, D.C. as guests of Honor Flight Maine. Elwood Prosser, was also a participant on another flight last year. His younger brother Conrad who had also served in the Army from 1982-86, accompanied him on the trip.

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Outreach coordinator says about 7 people in Aroostook County are living in tents

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Aroostook County takes part in Built for Zero national homelessness conference

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) -Aroostook County is one of about 170 communities taking part in Built for Zero, a national effort to help end homelessness. Local leaders say the shortage of shelters and affordable housing remains a problem. Built for Zero participation. Finding a place to live can be one...

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RC racetrack installed at Children’s Museum of Aroostook County

CARIBOU, Maine (WAGM) - A new exhibit at the Children’s Museum of Aroostook County is getting attention from groups of all ages. Roostook County Car Club partnered with the museum to install an RC racetrack. Track details. The racetrack will be used all year. The car club has 10...

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