Editorials

4 years ago

My oh my, hot and dry

At this writing, early Thursday morning, June 18, we remain very dry in Aroostook County. And heat? Oh, yes, I should say so. By the time you read this, we may well have challenged the record for the hottest temperature on record at Caribou, which is 96 degrees, recorded on both June 29, 1944, and May 22, 1977. 

4 years ago

Paddle and cast

A spring canoe trip on the Allagash Wilderness Waterway is an exciting way to start the open water fishing season. Combining fishing and canoeing goes together like cooking bacon and eggs for breakfast. 

4 years ago

New farm equipment for SASWCD

The Southern Aroostook Soil and Water Conservation District recently bought a new piece of farm equipment that, when it arrived, I honestly felt giddy.

4 years ago

Aspiring to more perfect records

All genealogists want to share research with future descendants. Will your descendants celebrate you or will you be cursed as the genealogical equivalent of Cinderella’s stepmother?

4 years ago

Gardening and the full moon

Recently, I had quite the animated “discussion” on Facebook with respect to full moons and frost. It seems that some folks use the full moon as a frost “guide,” which is to say, some ascribe to the notion of not planting until after the first full moon in June.

4 years ago

A most marvelous rhubarb leaf

Olof Nylander was self taught in many branches of science, including botany. For example, his knowledge of local wild orchids of Aroostook County is well documented.

4 years ago

Caring for Kennedy Brook

Spring has finally arrived in the Star City. As many prepare for enjoying activities outdoors, including picking fiddleheads, going fishing or enjoying hikes at Mantle Lake Park, have you thought about doing your part for Presque Isle’s Kennedy Brook?