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Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce Stand Set Up to Sell Freshly Baked Apple Crisps.

Chamber of Commerce Welcoming Fall with Apple Crisp

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Megan Waceken
The Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce had a very sweet fundraiser today. It was their Annual Apple Crisp sale.

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Houlton Airport fire, 2023, antiques sign

Investigation of Houlton Airport fire remains active

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By Rothery Sullivan
The Fire Marshal’s Office have asked that people reach out if they have any information from Monday night.

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Improving transportation to St. John Valley: stakeholder meetings begin

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 9:30 PM EDT
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By Rothery Sullivan
The Maine Department of Transportation held their first stakeholder meeting in Madawaska to discuss transportation improvements in northern Maine.

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Class of nurses enter the Aroostook County workforce

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 9:28 PM EDT
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By Rothery Sullivan
At least 18 nurses will take on jobs in Aroostook County after completing NMCC's 2023 LPN program.

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Fire at Houlton Airport impacts several local businesses

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 8:58 PM EDT
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By Rothery Sullivan
A fire at the Houlton airport industrial park has caused significant losses for local businesses.

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Car Seat Technician in Vest.

Child Passenger Safety Week

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 6:20 PM EDT
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By Megan Waceken
The Maine Bureau of Highway Safety Partnered with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration are stressing the importance of children’s car seats. Child Passenger Safety Week encourages parents and caregivers to get their child’s car seat checked by a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician.

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Overnight Fire in Houlton Impacting Several Businesses, Fire Marshall’s Office Now Investigating

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 7:47 AM EDT
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By Shawn Cunningham
An overnight fire at a building at the Houlton International Airport has impacted several businesses and area residents.

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Fire happening near the Houlton International Airport

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 9:39 PM EDT
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By WAGM News
Fire crews are currently responding to a fire that is happening in Houlton near the International Airport Tuesday night. WAGM will continue to follow the story.

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PI Church Vandalized

Presque Isle Church Vandalized By Terrible Speller

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 7:26 PM EDT
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By WAGM News
A Presque Isle Church was vandalized by a person with really bad spelling

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Emily Lilley Smiling at The Free Little Library.

Houlton Gets its First Free Little Library

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 6:16 PM EDT
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By Megan Waceken
Houlton has its first Free Little Library and it will be open year-round at the JFK Playground. This little library is a cupboard filled with children’s books that are free for young ones wanting to read more. It was made possible by one teacher who wanted to make sure kids could have access to books while at home.
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Repayments on Federal Student Loans Restarting After Three Year Pause

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 10:17 AM EDT
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By Megan Waceken
As of October 1st, students with federal student loans will be expected to start making payments on those loans. Federal student loan repayments were paused for three years due to the pandemic. Interest on these loans started accruing again at the beginning of this month. Here’s more about what borrowers are experiencing and the steps they can take to help them plan to pay back these loans.

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Hikers Bring Memorial Stones Up Haystack

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 10:02 AM EDT
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By Megan Waceken
A hike up Haystack Mountain honored soldiers and veterans. The hikers took part in the Summit Project carrying 21 stones in honor of 21 soldiers and veterans who have passed away. For the first time ever, the Summit Project brought the memorial stones to Aroostook County for a hike up Haystack Mountain. Many hikers gathered at the bottom of Haystack at noon on Sunday, Sept. 17

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Presque Isle Fish and Game Club hosts 16th annual Guns Show/Museum of Guns

Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 9:25 PM EDT
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By Isaac Potter
Gun enthusiasts didn’t let rain and wind stop them from attending the Presque Isle Fish and Game Club 2023 Gun Show and Museum of Guns.

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Follow Up Friday - United Way of Aroostook Telethon

Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 11:12 AM EDT
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By Brian Bouchard
The United Way of Aroostook Telethon was a great success, helping to support many programs here in Aroostook County.

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Hurricanes Explained

Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 8:21 AM EDT
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By Vanessa Symonick
How are hurricanes classified and what causes them to strengthen or weaken?

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Three arrested in CBSA seizure of guns and drugs at Rainbow Bridge

Updated: Sep. 16, 2023 at 10:27 AM EDT
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By WAGM News
43 year old Tina Caron of Easton, Maine, 23 year old Tyana Brittany McLaughlin of Caribou, Maine, and 33 year old Anthony Mathew Vangel of Indialantic, Florida, has been arrested and charged with the following Criminal offences:

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United Way of Aroostook Initiatives

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 7:20 PM EDT
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By WAGM News
The United Way of Aroostook has several initiatives that provide support to people throughout the County.

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United Way of Aroostook Administers the Emergency Food and Shelter Program

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 7:05 PM EDT
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By WAGM News
The United Way of Aroostook administers the emergency food and shelter program money.

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How United Way Chooses Organizations to Support

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 6:52 PM EDT
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By WAGM News
The United Way of Aroostook pours thousands of dollars into the community each year.

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United Way of Aroostook Telethon 2023

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 6:13 PM EDT
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By WAGM News
The United Way of Aroostook plays a vital role in the County community.

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Throwback Thursday - ‘01 United Way of Aroostook Telethon

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 10:24 AM EDT
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By Brian Bouchard
WAGM and the United Way have a long standing partnership, and have held many telethons throughout the decades. In this week’s Throwback Thursday we’ll dial the time machine back to 2001, where we’ll take a look at that year’s United Way Telethon and see how the United Way’s support helped provide childcare opportunities in Aroostook County.

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Presque Isle City Council selects hiring consultant for city manager position

Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 6:56 PM EDT
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By Rothery Sullivan
The search for a new manager follows the resignation of Martin Puckett, the current city manager for Presque Isle.

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New sheriff confirms he will be sworn in next week

Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 5:13 PM EDT
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By Rothery Sullivan
Sheriff Peter Johnson announces day he will be sworn in to his new role.

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USDA expands home repair loan in preparation for weekend storm

Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 3:47 PM EDT
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By Rothery Sullivan
The funding will be available to Maine homeowners in eligible rural areas that are affected by specific storms.

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Boil Water Order Lifted for Caribou

Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 12:12 PM EDT
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By WAGM News
The boil water order issued by the Caribou Utilities District on September 14 has been terminated effective immediately. Testing has confirmed the water is safe to drink, make ice cubes, washing foods, brushing teeth or any other activity involving the consumption of water, and meets or exceeds all Safe Drinking Water Act regulations.

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The Impact of Donations to the United Way

Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 11:42 AM EDT
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By WAGM News
Today’s telethon in Partnership with the United Way will go on to benefit and fund dozens of programs throughout Aroostook county, and your donation can go on to make a lasting impact.

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ACAP providing licensed school aged child care in Caribou

Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 7:45 PM EDT
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By Isaac Potter
A new School Aged Child Care program will be starting in Caribou. ACAP and the Caribou Community School are partnering together to offer the service.

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Appreciation and awareness for Direct Support Professionals

Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 7:41 PM EDT
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By Rothery Sullivan
Professionals share why DSP awareness week is important both to individuals with disabilities and to northern Maine communities.

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Aroostook County Sheriff Shawn Gillen retires to open new restaurant

Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 5:47 PM EDT
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By Rothery Sullivan
Sheriff Shawn Gillen retires from the Sheriff Office to pursue a career as a restaurant owner. He has high hopes for his retirement and for the future of the Aroostook County Sheriff's Office.

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United Way Initiative Provides 24/7 Resource For Mainers

Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 10:38 AM EDT
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By Brian Bouchard
Every year the United Way helps fund countless programs and organizations aimed at improving the lives of area residents. But one initiative supported by the United Way itself aims to provide Mainers with information and resources… day or night.

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AM Chat with Shawn Cunningham 9.13.2023: Magnetize Maine

Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 9:20 AM EDT
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By Shawn Cunningham
On this segment of AM Chat with Shawn Cunningham, guests Michael Marquis and Mark Levasseur talk about an initiative called Magnetize Maine aimed at addressing youth outmigration in the state.

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A few health tips for kids going back to school

Updated: Sep. 12, 2023 at 5:33 PM EDT
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By Rothery Sullivan
A healthcare provider gives tips of ways to establish healthy sleep and nutrition routines for kids going back to school.

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Houlton Band of Maliseets Indians celebrates 43rd annual Metaksonekiyak Community Day

Updated: Sep. 12, 2023 at 9:31 AM EDT
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By Isaac Potter
Family and friends came out for the Metaxsonekiyak Community Day event.

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Workers raise awareness for DSP Recognition Week

Updated: Sep. 11, 2023 at 6:33 PM EDT
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By Rothery Sullivan
People stand on the street to raise awareness for DSP Recognition Week.

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US Border Patrol warns of “Suspicious Activity” near Houlton/Hodgdon

Updated: Sep. 11, 2023 at 12:19 PM EDT
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By WAGM News
WAGM has reached out to the US Border Patrol for more information but have not yet received a response

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There’s a new sheriff in Aroostook County

Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 7:03 PM EDT
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By Rothery Sullivan
Governor Mills appoints a new Aroostook County Sheriff, who previously served as a Commander for the Aroostook County Sheriff's Office.

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Annual Maine State Firefighter Convention

Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 6:23 PM EDT
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By Megan Waceken
This weekend is the 59th Annual Maine State Firefighter Convention. It is the fourth time the event is being hosted in Presque Isle and the first since 2010.

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Route 1 In Littleton Closed Due To Vehicle Accident

Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 5:16 PM EDT
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By WAGM News
Part of Route 1 in Littleton is shut down near the area of the Littleton Pit Stop for a motor vehicle accident.

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Thinking outside the box: educators move to outdoor learning

Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 11:20 AM EDT
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By Rothery Sullivan
Educators in Caribou and Presque Isle have found ways to incorporate the outdoors into learning routines.

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Throwback Thursday - Digital Addiction

Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 10:52 AM EDT
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By Brian Bouchard
A recent study by the Pew Research Center finds that 85% cannot go a day without being online with the average checking their phone around 96 times a day. While this digital addiction may seem like a new phenomena, the origins date back to some of the earliest forms of digital entertainment and it’s the focus of this week’s Throwback Thursday.

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AM Chat with Shawn Cunningham 9.8.2023: Discussion on Upcoming Human Resources Conference

Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 7:27 AM EDT
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By Shawn Cunningham
On this segment of AM Chats with Shawn Cunningham, guest Cory Tilley talks about the upcoming NESHRM conference, focusing on human resources and issues pertaining to workplaces and employees.

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Wildfire Smoke Coming into Maine

Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 6:25 PM EDT
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By Megan Waceken
Over the past few days Air quality warnings have been issued for Northern Maine. Smoke from both the Western wildfires and from the few remaining wildfires in Northern Quebec has been drifting into Maine forcing some residents with breathing problems to remain indoors.

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What's on the ballot: Presque Isle charter amendments

Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 3:01 PM EDT
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By Rothery Sullivan
The Presque Isle City Council voted on which charter amendments will be on the ballot in November.

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Covid-19 cases increase in healthcare facilities

Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 11:57 AM EDT
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By Rothery Sullivan
Covid-19 cases are rising in some healthcare facilities in Aroostook County.

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Maine DOT hosting On-Demand Formal Public Meeting for Phase 2 of Presque Isle Bypass

Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 10:03 AM EDT
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By Isaac Potter
With phase two of the Presque Isle Bypass on the horizon, the Maine DOT is looking for the public to weigh in.

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The mental health crisis: what resources are available to students?

Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 8:18 PM EDT
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By Rothery Sullivan
Local school counselors offer advice on ways students and parents can find support for poor mental health.

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September is National Kinship Appreciation and Awareness Month

Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 6:24 PM EDT
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By Megan Waceken
Adoptive and Foster Families of Maine have asked the governor to proclaim the month of September as National Kinship Appreciation and Awareness Month.

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Aroostook Centre Mall Expansion

Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 6:20 PM EDT
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By Megan Waceken
Catholic Charities Maine is renting a 20,000-square-foot space at the Aroostook Centre Mall. The Hope Chest Boutique and the Threads of Hope Thrift Store will be moving into the former Staples and Porteous building in the Aroostook Centre Mall.

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$1.5 million in grants is available for conservation projects in Canada

Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 1:20 PM EDT
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By WAGM News
The Foundation for the Conservation of Atlantic Salmon is offering funding for projects that support the conservation of wild Atlantic salmon and their habitats.

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Artist creating series of outdoor sculpture installations for upcoming 2024 Solar Eclipse

Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 9:42 AM EDT
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By Isaac Potter
If you’ve driven by the University of Maine at Presque Isle recently, you may have noticed some work being done on campus.
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