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“Ogunquit was always a clear choice for expanding our services”

Courtesy photo RE/MAX Realty One broker/owners with Elisa Knapp Drews and the agents of the Jean E. Knapp Agency. via The Citizen

“It is a simple fact that people will continue to buy and sell homes, because our lifestyles encourage it. With homes sales in this region continuing to be strong, interest rates low and inventory plentiful, it is a great time to buy”

Lorilyn Barrett, a sales associate with Coldwell Banker Yorke Realty, was recently named the top associate in closed adjusted gross commission income in Maine for 2007. via The Citizen

“It is important that the APP's strategy be a regional, countywide process in order to leverage funding, capitalize on innovation, and fully utilize the talents of the people in northern Maine.”

For years, the Aroostook Partnership for Progress has poured money into the local economy by securing grants and loans and marketing the region. via Bangor Daily News

Two of Maine's electric companies are moving ahead with a more detailed analysis of a power line connecting Maine Public Service Company with the rest of the New England power grid. via WAGM TV

“I have trees that still have 3 feet of snow around them”

Some Maine syrup producers say the season is off to a late start with delays caused by cold weather and taps and tubing hidden by snow in northern Maine. via Sun-Journal

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A detective with the Aroostook County Sheriff's Department who "rose to the top" among deputies across the state was lauded by the Aroostook County commissioners on Wednesday evening for receiving the 2007 ... via Bangor Daily News

Aroostook County, already home to New England's largest wind farm, is being eyed by a Texas company for several more of the energy-producing facilities. via WCSH-TV Portland

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New England Celtic Arts will host The Don Roy Trio at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 8, at Skye Theatre Performing Arts Center. via Sun-Journal

Sales of existing homes in Maine fell by nearly 24 percent from December through February, but the prices fell only 2 percent during the same period. via WMTW-TV Auburn

“When you look at that, we've had an impact, but it's been a good impact. The deer population is rising, therefore, the guides [in the region are benefiting].”

By John Holyoke Tuesday, March 25, 2008 - Bangor Daily News Two Maine Native American tribes are among the three New England recipients of cash grants that were announced Friday by the U.S. Secretary of the ... via Bangor Daily News

“Maine must demand an unwavering commitment to prosperity from its leaders in government and the private sector.”

By BDN Staff Monday, March 24, 2008 - Bangor Daily News The Opportunity Maine program is a bold, simple and universal promise to reward hard work and a commitment to Maine with educational and economic ... via Bangor Daily News

“Their decision to recommit says a lot about the APP program”

A Falmouth-based company with roots in Aroostook County has made a significant donation to support economic development in The County. via Bangor Daily News

“Because the volume of pediatric patients encountered is low, and because this isn't a state-mandated piece of equipment, many ambulance services simply could not budget or afford to purchase these devices”

By Jen Lynds Wednesday, March 12, 2008 - Bangor Daily News It has been more than two years since a child's life was lost and a cause was found. via Bangor Daily News

No stalking for you A male student dining at the Union Marketplace at 6:06 p.m. on Feb. via The Maine Campus Online

A bill submitted by an Aroostook County legislator that aims to increase access to dental care in underserved areas of the state is scheduled for a public hearing today. via Bangor Daily News

New England Celtic Arts will present a tribute and fundraiser for Cape Breton fiddler Jerry Holland at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 5, at Skye Theatre Performing Arts Center. via Sun-Journal

Local business leaders are set to garner more information on the growing cost of energy and the impact of the cost on the state next week when the University of Maine at Presque Isle holds a Business Associates ... via Bangor Daily News

“This grant allowed us to offer the training directly to a large number of local providers who typically wouldn't be able to travel to a course, because of funding or time restrictions”

It has been approximately a year since Northern Maine Community College received the nod to administer what could be called a life-saving grant. via Bangor Daily News