Mapleton
Mapleton, ME · Municipal
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The New County Jail Won’t Be Constructed in P.I.
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - One Central Aroostook community is already out of the race for the county’s new jail. Presque Isle says it decided not to bid to host the facility. The County Commissioners’ Office says it’s searching for a new jail site because the current one is overcrowded and no longer meets the county’s needs. We reached out to the City of Presque Isle about its decision not to host the new jail.
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Peak foliage arriving in Bangor region, not quite peak south while past peak north
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - Peak foliage is officially arriving in the Bangor region as well as areas around Millinocket and Houlton. Areas to the north and west of the state have passed their peak and there was significant leaf drop the past few days with the high winds. The leaves will continue to fall rapidly with the colder temperatures we will see through the rest of the week dropping to near freezing multiple nights in the north. The rain tomorrow will also contribute to the significant fall off.
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Madawaska and MSAD33 Schools Plan Consolidation
AROOSTOOK COUNTY, Maine (WAGM) - Three Aroostook County communities could soon share a brand-new school and tonight, the committee overseeing that project meets the architects designing it. Madawaska and MSAD33 are working on a plan for a shared, state-funded PreK-12 school. They applied for Maine’s Integrated, Consolidated 9-16 Educational Facility...
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Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic is Filling Up Fast
CARIBOU, Maine (WAGM) - Spots are filling up fast for the county’s upcoming cat spay and neuter clinic. Fixing Their Futures Rescue says the scheduled clinic is down to about 20 to 30 open spots left. Locals need to register now if they want to take advantage of the low-cost clinic.
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Houlton council candidate wants to move town past recovery to growth
Houlton has been through a difficult stretch, but Town Councilor Fred Grant, who is seeking election to a two-year term in November, is optimistic about its future. “We have dedicated staff and engaged residents, and with steady leadership and a solid plan, I believe our best years are ahead of us,” Grant said.
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Houlton asks court to dismiss public records case over surveillance cameras
The town of Houlton asked the Aroostook County Superior Court this week to dismiss a recently filed Freedom of Access Act lawsuit, claiming it has complied with Maine law. The petitioner disputed the claim Friday. Resident Craig Harriman sued Houlton in September, claiming officials did not release all the public...
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Forest Service Receives Concerns Over LDA Landfill
LIMESTONE, Maine (WAGM) - A complaint filed with the Maine Forest Service is bringing attention to a quarry burn site at Loring. According to the Maine Forst Service, on Sept. 9th Limestone resident Robert Fico reported concerns about a burn pile at a quarry on Loring Air Force Base. Fico claimed the pile contained prohibited materials, including construction debris, fiberglass, mattresses, glass, and possibly engine parts. The Maine Forest Service says they have previously had issues with improper burning at that location. On Sept. 10th, Ranger Connor Hrynuk spoke with Fico, who claimed some debris may have come from contractors working on nearby housing.
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Caribou City Council candidate wants to spur development and revitalization
A Caribou city councilor is seeking reelection because she wants to see the city encourage economic development, grow housing and remain an affordable place to live. Tamara Lovewell, 47, first joined the City Council in January 2024. She is running unopposed and is the only incumbent who’ll be on the...