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.
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?
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.
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.
It is that beautiful, leaf-peeping time of the year in The County: cooler nights, warm days, and harvest all around.
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?
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.
To the editor:
In my mind’s eye, I begin to frame the photograph. A sturdy maple tree, resplendent in the vibrant fall colors, will be in the forefront of the photograph. With the color of Mother Nature’s wild paintbrush so evident, I realize black-and-white film will not do.
To the editor:
During the recent legislative session, Maine lawmakers passed a bill, LD 1104, with bipartisan support, that will guarantee that retired public school teachers and state employees receive their full benefit. Governor Mills has not signed the bill into law.
