EDITOR’S NOTE: Former Madawaska resident and potato picker John LaChance, 69, who now lives in Carson, Calif., recalls working the harvest as a youngster in the St. John Valley.  Article published in The Star Herald   Another day like yesterday. Wake up before dawn. Eat breakfast in the dark, in the silence of the dark … Continue reading In Remembrance of Potato Harvests Past

  Movies in the Park 2018 September 7 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm Movies start at dusk in the Riverside park area. Movies are shown weather permitting. Movies in the Park are sponsored by Taco Bell. Popcorn is provided by Graves Shop n Save. Movie goers are encouraged to bring their own chairs, blankets … Continue reading Aroostook Events: September 8, 9 2018

Tethered Rides Tethered balloon rides will be available on Friday and Saturday evenings.  They will start at 5:00 p.m. and will cost $10:00 for 12& over and $5:00 for children under 12.  Tickets will be limited to 150 per evening.  They will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis.  A specific time slot will be … Continue reading Crown of Maine Balloon Festival Schedule of Events

Aroostook Band of Micmacs 24th Mawiomi of Tribes August 17 @ 8:00 am – August 19 @ 8:00 pm Come join us in celebrating our culture through ceremonies, dancing, drumming, socializing with our people and just plain ole having family fun. This is a drug and alcohol free event that is OPEN TO EVERYONE. There is absolutely … Continue reading Aroostook Events – August 17 – 19 2018

Blog Credit: Patricia Sutherland & Aroostook County Tourism There are many food seasons for foodies to enjoy in the county! Fiddleheads, local strawberries, fresh peas, beet greens…YUM But the very best of all, and you are welcome to come to Aroostook and join us – new potatoes!!! All along Route 1 and other roads as … Continue reading New Potatoes from Aroostook County

Saturday, July 14 8a-3p Town Wide Yard Sale Register by June 29 at Festival Headquarters. $5 to be included on the map. Maps available July 2. Sponsored by Quality of Place Council 9a Chess Tournament, United Parish Church, 4 Church St. Registration: Early $20/Day of $25 Hosted by UMPI Chess Club 10a Horseshoe Tournament, Riverside … Continue reading Maine Potato Blossom Festival Schedule

Funeral potatoes are a staple in Utah, Idaho and Mormon kitchens, but the rest of the internet just discovered this creepy-sounding dish.  Walmart ads on Facebook have recently been featuring Salt Lake-based Augason Farms’ dehydrated funeral potatoes and the name is apparently disturbing to out-of-staters. They may sound threatening, but the story behind the … Continue reading Walmart’s funeral potatoes are confusing

Events Happening this Weekend: Saturday 3/10/2018: 10 am-1 pm: Planet Head Day, Wieden Hall Gym, UMPI, FMI 768-9482 7 pm: Northern Star All Talent Show, Presque Isle Middle School Sunday 3/11/2018: 10 am: Northern Maine Bridal Expo 2018, The Northeastland Hotel, Presque Isle 2 pm: Northern Star All Talent Show, Houlton Community Arts Center

Single Family 3 Br 2/1 Ba ±1,768 sqft. ±13.0000 Acr. If you want country living, low taxes, peace and quiet, large workshop, 13 acres of land just a few miles from town, look no further! This turnkey 3 bedroom home with 2.5 bathrooms is ready and waiting for you. The home offers an open floor … Continue reading House For Sale: 1791 Chapman RD Chapman Maine

Log Home, Barn and Land $88,000 24×40 Log home, 12×24 New covered deck with plastic decking and P/T frame. New 24×26 Barn with 220 elec. and 9hx12w insulated door. All metal roofing, drilled well, septic, electric, DISH tv, satellite internet. Home completely stained in 2017. Nestled at the end of a town maintained Rd. Groomed … Continue reading Log Home For Sale: Oakfield, Maine