5 years ago
Using tax records to find family clues
Americans hate taxes and some of us dread the Ides of April on a par with being told we need a root canal. Grumbling about taxes is hardly new. Our ancestors felt exactly the same.
Editorials
5 years ago
Maine’s forest industry renaissance is cause for celebration
This week, Oct. 20-26, marks both National Forest Products Week and Maine Forest Products Week — a double celebration that reflects how special this industry is to the Pine Tree State.
5 years ago
Boo who? Scary fun in the yard
There is going to be a lot of crying in Presque Isle this Halloween. Haints with Aints lurking in the trees? Need to scare up some fun? Or need to give that neighbored or a bit of a fright? Heeeheeeheee — want to help educate some local kids and yet not lift a finger?
5 years ago
Rocks in your backyard
Maine is such a diverse state, from the massive mountains in the western part of the state, to the rolling central highlands, to the blueberry bogs of the Downeast region, and finally to the most beautiful “garden of Maine,” Aroostook County.
5 years ago
Responding to state budget viewpoints
I am a proud native Mainer and a lifelong resident of Aroostook County. I’ve served Maine in one office or another for decades, and I know that the hardworking people of this state don’t care one whit for political games.
5 years ago
Cooking with Susie Q – Week of October 19, 2019
I had a request a while back for a recipe for Hermits. I gave him our favorite. Since that time, we found another one we like. With apples readily available all year round, this one can be made anytime. However, with apples coming into season soon, this might be great time to try these Apple Hermits.
5 years ago
Autumn in the city
It is that beautiful, leaf-peeping time of the year in The County: cooler nights, warm days, and harvest all around.
5 years ago
Relaxing can be stressful
Why does it seem that planning a family vacation gets harder and more stressful the older our children get? Surely I am not the only person to experience this phenomenon?
5 years ago
Tourism numbers bring good news
The 2018 tourism statistics are now available for Aroostook County. Why should you care? The economic impact of tourism money in our region goes far beyond the initial spending.
