March brings wistful thoughts of spring to The County, but March 14 approaches: Pi Day, which celebrates that useful mathematical number 3.14159. But punsters and pastry lovers also know it as Pie Day.
Hats have played a large role in history throughout the ages, often indicating status. For centuries, ostrich plumes were worn on hats as decoration especially by prominent men.
We are now about two years removed since the start of the pandemic, and the unfortunate reality is that this virus is still very much a part of our lives.
For those who feel connected to their land and a deep sense of place, it is easy to wonder how future generations will live their lives on a place that was built and cared for — a home that was nourished and in return, provided nourishment to those generations gone before.
In spite of the best intentions of Fear Mongers Anonymous, we’ve had some major storms in the new year and have come through them with relatively minor problems.
Family secrets can be buried deep and quite often succeeding generations never knew them.
One issue families in the past felt compelled to hide was if a family member exhibited a mental illness or was born with a lower mental capability.
Presque Isle wrapped up another exciting year of economic progress for 2021. The Presque Isle Department of Economic and Community Development would like to share an overview regarding the economic report which is meant to serve as a historical narrative of 2021 operation of the department and to serve as guidance in evaluating future planning efforts for the city.
Editor’s note: This is a reprint of one of Ted Shapiro’s original Weather Whys columns.
Feb. 21 is right around the corner, and on that date we’ll be one-third of the way to high summer. And not only that, we will have gained 2 hours and 4 minutes of daylight since the winter solstice.
I am not sure how long I stood there in front of that classroom door, reading the list of names over and over again before finally admitting to myself that my name was not there.
I am ready for spring. The colder weather and snow has worn out its welcome with me. With the colder weather, we eat heartier meals than we would during the summer months. We heard from Kathy in Caribou.
