Colorado man pleads guilty to drunk driving in Acadia
A Colorado man pleaded guilty after driving drunk at Acadia National Park and getting stuck in a roundabout.
According to the Bangor Daily News, 66-year-old Parker Emerson of Denver entered a guilty plea and was sentenced to six months of probation.
The paper says court records show Emerson was caught driving drunk on July 31 by a park ranger.
Three-County community action agency discusses future plans
Aroostook County Action Program’s new three-county community action agency is looking to fulfill the needs for all counties and replenish resourceful programs for locals.
This after a decision was made that effective October 1, they would oversee all operations from Downeast Community Partners
According to ACAP, the new agency supporting Aroostook, Washington, and Hancock County will launch with a new name and brand in 2026.
Here’s what the CEO, Jason Parent, has to say.
“Yeah I think that’s an essential part moving forward is to look at growth opportunities in ways that serve the three counties across the board in a more effective and efficient way,” said Parent.
“To look for opportunities where we as a community action agency reflect upon a community needs assessment that we’re required to conduct every three years which is a part of our community services block grant which is what makes the community action agency in the United States a community action agency. So we’re constantly looking at what the people in the counties are saying are their needs.”
The Community Action in Aroostook, Washington and Hancock Counties Radiothon will be hosted by Star 97.7 on Thursday, Nov. 13.
Funds raised will help benefit Washington and Hancock county residents with home energy assistance.
For more on ACAP follow the link.
Hancock town office announces closure for renovations
The Ellsworth American reports the Hancock Town office announced a closure from Nov. 24 until Dec. 2 for renovations.
A town clerk told the paper aging carpet will be removed and replaced with laminated flooring.
While the office will be closed the clerk told the Ellsworth American she and other staff members can be reached by email or the numbers listed on the town’s website.
Washington County officials will hold press conference on financial crisis
Washington County officials announce a press conference will be held Thursday, Oct. 23 at 3PM regarding the county’s financial crisis.
During the meeting at 85 Court Street in Machias, the budget committee will explain the events that led to the county being unable to fulfill an almost $8 million debt commitment.
The budget committee votes to support a proposed bond recently amended by the commissioners for up to $8 million, exclusively to retire the existing TAN.
7th Annual Howl-O-Run will take place at Marlboro Beach
Get ready to sport your best Halloween costume while lacing up for the 7th annual Howl-O-Run 5K walk and run this weekend!
On Sunday, October 26, the Howl-O-Run will begin at 11AM at Marlboro Beach in Lamoine to support SPCA of Hancock County.
Participants can walk or run with a scenic route decorated with Jack-O-Lanterns and well-behaved, fully vaccinated dogs are welcome.
If you want to register or simply donate follow the link.
Stockton Springs community library Halloween Party
Before that Halloween fun head over to Stockton Springs Community Library for their Halloween Party on Saturday.
On Oct. 25 from 10AM to 11:30AM enjoy their costume party, story hour, games, refreshments and crafts.
They’re looking forward to seeing your Spooktacular costumes!
