Mar 23, 2012 | Bangor Daily News
Irving officials discuss potential mining operation, jobs in The County
Representatives from J.D. Irving Ltd. were in Aroostook County Thursday and Friday speaking to town managers, economic development officials and others about the potential for mining at Bald Mountain.
There's gold in Aroostook County, and bill would ease Maine mining regulations
A remote mountain in the woods of far northern Maine is once again the focal point of a major debate over mining as landowners seek sweeping changes to state regulations in response to the rising price of gold and silver.
Mining My Way Through The Legislature
That left me to cover southern Aroostook, which wasn't too bad. Ask any bureau reporter and they will tell you how unique their job is.
Female musher contending to be first-ever 250-mile race winner
Leigh Hunteman of Cambridge, Md., takes off down Main Street in Fort Kent on Saturday, March 3, 2012.
Supporters reach halfway fundraising mark to buy land for Portage senior housing project
PORTAGE LAKE, Maine - The Portage Lake Housing Corporation has received a $2,500 donation to reach the halfway mark of its fundraising drive.