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Closings and Delays

MSAD 70 is promoting kindness to their students and community

This week the Hodgon school district is hosting a series of interactive talks and trainings about promoting kindness in their schools.

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Ricker College alumni travel to Houlton for Homecoming reunion

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Caribou receives grant to improve riverfront
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UMFK Nursing Immersion Simulation Center
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Limestone

Limestone to Continue Providing Fire Services to Loring

Updated: Sep. 29, 2023 at 8:23 PM EDT
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By WAGM News
The Select Board of Limestone voted unanimously Friday evening to continue providing fire services to the Loring Development Authority for the remainder of the year.

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Houlton/GHCA is ready to race in the largest race of the year.

Houlton/GHCA prepares for Festival of Champions

Updated: Sep. 29, 2023 at 7:53 PM EDT
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By Rene Cloukey
Houlton/GHCA is expected to contend for the Class C Cross Country Championship. They race in the Festival of Champions tomorrow.

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Hunger & Relief Services Food Bank Truck

Organizations Stepping into Gear with Possible Government Shutdown Looming

Updated: Sep. 29, 2023 at 6:10 PM EDT
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By Megan Waceken
The possible Government shutdown threatens to slow down and stop many services. This would make it hard for many people on a day-to-day basis. Organizations around the county are preparing in case the shutdown happens. With the possibility of a government shutdown looming, organizations in the County, such as ACAP and Catholic Charities are working to ensure County folks who rely on these services won’t see an interruption.

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Throwback Thursday - Fall Foliage

Throwback Thursday - Fall Foliage

Updated: Sep. 29, 2023 at 11:01 AM EDT
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By Brian Bouchard
As autumn descends upon us, many look forward to the dazzling hues of fall foliage. It’s the focus of this week’s Throwback Thursday with Brian Bouchard.

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Shawn Graham Discussing the Narcan Training Course

Narcan Training at UMFK

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 6:20 PM EDT
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By Megan Waceken
UMFK had its first Narcan training course in collaboration with AMHC, UMFK’s Behavioral Science program, and UMPI’s Social Work program.

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Victoire Liwanga at NMCC.

A Mission to Bring in New Mainers

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 6:15 PM EDT
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By Megan Waceken
NMCC and Northern Maine Growth Initiatives have a mission to help the county’s population grow by welcoming in new Mainers.
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Today's Highs
Sunshine Continues Today, Clouds Slowly Increase this Week
By Vanessa Symonick
The sunshine continues to build into the region with less of a haze in the skies associated with some wildfire smoke in the upper levels of the atmosphere. Above average temperatures continue throughout the week with a slight increase in the clouds.

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Ricker College reunion, 9.29.23 - VOD - clipped version

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Caribou Maine NBRC Catalyst Grant
Caribou NBRC Grant, 9.26.23 - VOD - clipped version

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UMFK Nursing Immersion Simulation Center
UMFK Nursing Immersion Simulation Center

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With peak foliage on the way, meteorologist Vanessa Symonick explains what we can expect for...
Follow Up Friday: Fall Foliage

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Houlton Regional CEO Reflects on Career in the County

Houlton Regional CEO Reflects on Career in the County

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 11:54 AM EDT
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By Brian Bouchard
Houlton Regional Hospital is saying goodbye to its CEO, Shawn Anderson this week. NewsSource8′s Brian Bouchard caught up with him to reflect on his time working in Aroostook County’s health field.

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Jared Golden Avoid Shutdown Bill

“Bipartisan Keep America Open Act”

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 11:42 AM EDT
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By WAGM News
Congressman Jared Golden says he has a plan which could avoid a government shutdown.

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Protecting Houses of Worship

Federal, State and Local Partnership Bring Protecting Houses of Worship Event to Aroostook County

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 11:29 AM EDT
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By Brian Bouchard
A workshop to address possible security vulnerabilities within Houses of Worship was held in Caribou.

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Bringing awareness to National Blood Cancer Awareness Month

Bringing awareness to National Blood Cancer Awareness Month

Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 8:50 PM EDT
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By WAGM News
Blood Cancer Awareness Month is a global event helping to raise awareness of one of the world’s most prevalent and dangerous cancers: blood cancer.

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Steve Perreault cocahed his final home game in Caribou. Perreault is retiring after 41 years of...

Steve Perreault hangs up whistle after 41 years coaching Middle School soccer

Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 8:24 PM EDT
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By Rene Cloukey
Steve Perreault spent 41 years on the soccer sidelines.

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Inside a Court Room

What a Government Shutdown Would Mean For the Federal Court System

Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 6:21 PM EDT
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By Megan Waceken
With a government shutdown looming, federal court proceedings would also be affected. We spoke to the US Attorney of the District of Maine to find out what impact the shutdown would have on the federal court system.

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President Tim Crowley Speaking During the Board Meeting.

MCCS Board Meeting Approves Childcare Center to be Constructed at NMCC

Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 6:15 PM EDT
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By Megan Waceken
The Maine Community College System Board of Trustees met on the NMCC Campus earlier today. One of the items that was discussed and approved by the board will benefit NMCC and could help the childcare shortage in Aroostook County.

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Presque Isle Coach Ralph Michaud joined an elite club when he won his 300th career game recently.

Ralph Michaud joins the 300 win club

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 6:50 PM EDT
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By Rene Cloukey
Presque Isle Coach Ralph Michaud joined an elite club when he registered his 300th career coaching win.

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September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 3:04 PM EDT
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By Isaac Potter
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. New Source 8′s Isaac Potter talks with a Mobile Crisis Services Manager at AMHC on ways to bring awareness to the month.

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Light the Field - University of Maine at Fort Kent

Light the Field - University of Maine at Fort Kent

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 10:17 AM EDT
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By Brian Bouchard
Students, Staff, Alumni and Members of the Community have all gathered Friday evening, not just to celebrate another Homecoming weekend here in Fort Kent, but to remember one of their own. Tonight, what was formerly the Alumni Memorial Field has been dedicated the Michael Simon Field.

Medical Monday

Medical Monday

Medical Monday: Comfort Care

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 8:08 AM EDT
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By WAGM News
While many people think that comfort care and hospice care are the same. There are some differences.

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Unsolved Aroostook - Kenneth Zernicke

Unsolved Aroostook - The Murder of Kenneth Zernicke

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 8:23 PM EDT
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By Brian Bouchard
It’s been 8 years since a house fire on Lower Lyndon Street in Caribou sparked a still active homicide investigation to find the killer of Kenneth Zernicke.

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A Mexican national pleaded guilty today in U.S. District Court in Bangor to entering the United...

Mexican National Pleads Guilty to Entering the United States After Prior Removal

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 2:29 PM EDT
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By WAGM News
A Mexican national pleaded guilty today in U.S. District Court in Bangor to entering the United States after a prior removal.

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Caribou Man Pleads Guilty for Role in Penobscot and Aroostook County Drug Trafficking

Caribou Man Pleads Guilty for Role in Penobscot and Aroostook County Drug Trafficking

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 2:23 PM EDT
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By WAGM News
A Caribou man pleaded guilty today in U.S. District Court in Bangor for his role in a conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine and fentanyl.

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Austin Theriault Announces Bid for 2nd Congressional Seat

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 12:04 PM EDT
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By WAGM News
Fort Kent native, small businessman, state representative, and championship-winning race car driver, Austin Theriault, has filed formal paperwork announcing his intention to run for Maine’s battleground 2nd Congressional District seat.

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Follow Up Friday - Farmer's Almanac

Follow Up Friday - Farmer’s Almanac

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 10:29 AM EDT
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By WAGM News
The 2024 edition of the Farmers Almanac, published in Lewiston is now available.

Throwback Thursday & Follow-up Friday

Throwback Thursday - Old Farmer's Almanac

Throwback Thursday - Old Farmer’s Alamanac

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 9:58 AM EDT
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By Brian Bouchard
As harvest season gets into full swing for farmer’s across the County, accurate weather predictions become a critical factor to getting the job done on time. While modern meteorology has its state-of-the-art tools, some people still look to age-old methods for guidance.

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New MRI being lowered into Cary Medical Center.

Installation of the New MRI at Cary Medical Center

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:07 PM EDT
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By Megan Waceken
A New MRI was installed today at Cary Medical Center. This is their second big installation this year. The first was their new CT scanner. Cary Medical Center has been working towards getting a new MRI in their facility for some time. And now it’s finally happened.

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Presque Isle is one of four Aroostook County towns to receive regional grant

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 1:30 PM EDT
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By Rothery Sullivan
The City of Presque Isle receives a $1 million grant to support the development of a new airport terminal.

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Houlton Airport fire, 2023, antiques sign

Investigation of Houlton Airport fire remains active

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 5:16 PM EDT
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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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Is your home safe?

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 1:32 PM EDT
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By Rothery Sullivan
The Commissioner for the Maine Department of Public Safety explains what the State of Maine is doing to improve gun and medication safety.

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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: Sep. 21, 2023 at 6:30 PM EDT
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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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