Safety

Emera Maine crews can be at risk working on or near highway projects throughout the state this summer.

Lots of folks will be taking to the highways ahead of the long holiday weekend, and police will be out in force ensuring that people are driving responsibly.

NB Power is strongly cautioning customers against attempting to remove, clear, or have any contact with trees or vegetation near power lines or infrastructure. This can be an extremely dangerous activity if performed by anyone other than trained professionals.

Are you planning to celebrate the 4th of July with fireworks? Fireworks are legal to purchase here in Maine, but you may want to familiarize yourself with local ordinances to make sure fireworks are legal in your town.

A bill that would allow Maine’s forest rangers to carry firearms  has been getting a lot of attention as of late, and is pushing forward in Maine's Legislature.

Snowmobiling has always been a big part of my life, growing up here in the County. I just love it, but I do have one thing that really annoys me about the sport. Curious as to what that is?

With the holiday season upon us, you're urged to use care and attention when out on the roads.

To inform the public about 'White Cane Safety Day' -- the Department of Labor's Division for the Blind and Visually Impaired has released some common sense suggestions to keep in mind when encountering a person wielding a white cane.

Being the parent of two young kids I often battle with the dreaded car seats. Having to plunk those suckers into a vehicle can feel like performing minor surgery. I'm happy to announce the Presque Isle Fire Department wants to lend a hand with your child's car seat.

The American Council of the Blind and The Iris Network will hold White Cane Walks throughout the state of Maine on October 19th. One walk will be held in Aroostook County at 10:00am on October 19th; starting at the parking lot next to Wilder's Jewelry Store in Presque Isle.