Aroostook County Tourism (ACT) is seeking passionate, creative, and community-minded individuals to join our volunteer Board of Directors. If you are a business owner, marketer, or industry professional dedicated to sharing the story of Northern Maine, we want to hear from you. The Opportunity The ACT Board of Directors is a 12-member body that guides the regional marketing, branding, and promotional efforts for the Crown of Maine. We currently have four openings for two-year terms beginning in June 2026. Priority Openings: One Seat: Central Aroostook Region One Seat: St. John Valley Region Two Seats: North Maine Woods Region 2025/26 Marketing Plan ACT Partners Current Board of Directors Visitation Data About the Board Board members provide the local insight and industry expertise necessary to execute multichannel campaigns that reach visitors across New England and beyond with great content reflective of this treasured place. Commitment: Two-year terms with monthly meetings held at the NMDC office in Caribou (with Zoom options available). Impact: Guide the annual Aroostook County Tourism Summit, facilitate Coffee & Tourism roundtables, and help select the Best of Aroostook Awards. Representation: We strive for a diverse board representing lodging, dining, retail, motorized and non-motorized recreation, arts, and more. How to Apply To be considered for one of the four open seats, please submit a formal letter of interest (no longer than two pages) detailing: Your interest in joining the board. Your relevant experience in tourism, business, or marketing. Your contact information and one person of reference. Deadline: May 18, 2026 Submit your letter to:Aroostook County TourismAttn: Jacob PelkeyP.O. Box 779, Caribou, ME 04736 Email: [email protected] About Aroostook County Tourism Aroostook County Tourism is a program of the Maine Office of Tourism hosted at the Northern Maine Development Commission works to strengthen the economy of northern Maine through tourism marketing, promotion, and development. Working under the brand Aroostook, The Crown of Maine, ACT highlights the region’s natural beauty, recreation, culture, history, and communities to visitors from around the world.To drive visitors to the region, ACT executes year-round, multichannel marketing campaigns across digital platforms, social media, broadcast, and print media. The organization produces eight annual promotional maps and guidebooks while representing the region at major industry trade shows, including the Big East Powersports Show and the Epping Grass Drags. Additionally, ACT celebrates local excellence by hosting the annual Best of Aroostook Awards to honor the businesses and destinations that define the region. Aroostook County Tourism is not a membership organization. “Just one visit and you’ll see, Aroostook is a place one may simply just be.” #VisitAroostook

general

HAHarvey Walden

1 week ago

Fort Kent Planning & Economic Development Department Overview

The Planning and Economic Development department is responsible for guiding the physical and economic growth of the Town. This includes land use planning, business support, and community development initiatives.

Community Remembrances

Caribou Planning Board Meeting 4/21/2026 Agenda

1 week ago

"4.21.2026 Planning Board AgendaDownload"

St. Agatha Code Enforcement Contact Information

2 weeks ago

"Code Enforcement Officer Lise Corbin 207-543-7306 The Code Enforcement Officer is available on Monday and Wednesday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM Link to the Code of Ordinances"

Food Insecurity Resources: Basket of Blessings Food Pantry

2 weeks ago

" Volunteers provide food resources to area residents at no cost. "

Food Insecurity Resources: Basket of Blessings Food Pantry

2 weeks ago

" Volunteers provide food resources to area residents at no cost. "

Caribou City Council to Host Public Hearing Regarding CDBG Grant for BEE VR Theme Park

2 weeks ago

" The Caribou City Council will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, May 11, 2026, at 6:00pm, at 25 High St. to discuss acceptance of a $30,000 Economic Development CDBG Grant. The purpose of the grant is for gap financing for working capital and LMI job creation at BEE VR Theme Park. Public comments will be solicited at this Hearing and will be submitted as part of the Project Development Phase. All persons wishing to make comments or ask questions about the acceptance of these funds are invited to attend this Public Hearing. Comments may be submitted in writing to: Eric Sanderson, City of Caribou, 25 High St., Caribou, ME 04736 at any time prior to the Public Hearing. TDD/TTY users may call 711. If you are physically unable to access any of the City’s programs or services, please call Danielle Brissette, City Clerk, 207-493-3324, so that accommodation can be arranged. Newspaper Notice"

Community Guidelines

Share local celebrations and life transitions.
Maintain a respectful and supportive tone.
Verify event details before posting.
No commercial advertising in announcements.

Upcoming Local Events

No events scheduled this week.

Celebrate Together

Sharing announcements helps build a stronger, more connected community.

Post Yours

Have a milestone to share with your community? Let everyone know.

Create Announcement