Tag: aroostook county
Woman’s Passing Inspires Students to Wear Pink
Students all around the county were wearing pink on Friday. The tragic passing of one woman inspired a touching gesture to support all those who are battling or have battled breast cancer. News Source 8′s Katie Zarrilli has the story.
Former Governor John Reed Buried in Fort Fairfield
He was a governor of Maine back in the 60s, who always had ties to the county. A burial ceremony was held for former governor John H. Reed in Fort Fairfield Monday morning. News Source 8′s Katie Zarrilli has more.
One Year Until the IBU Youth/Junior Biathlon
Exactly one year from today will be the beginning of the youth junior biathlon world championships in the county. In anticipation of an event that will draw thousands to Presque Isle’s Nordic Heritage Center, Thursday event organizers unveiled the logo and introduced a countdown calendar right in the heart of the star city. News Source 8′s Katie [...]
Winter Tourism Season
Wintertime in the county usually brings folks from all over who love to snowmobile and ski. But the lack of snowfall lately has hurt business for some hotels in our area. News Source 8′s Katie Zarrilli tells us what the tourism season has looked like so far and when we can expect things to pick [...]
College Graduation Rates Rising in the County
Good news for colleges around the County..a study shows that the number of people getting degrees is increasing. Educators are pleased but say, there’s still more work to do. News Source 8′s Katie Zarrilli reports.
