Opinion
6 years ago
Why we post roads in the spring
The recent warm weather gives us hope that spring is on its way, but it also creates a problem for some of our roads. Water from the melting snow can get trapped in the upper level of the roadway gravel base and be unable to drain out due to the frozen ground underneath.
6 years ago
Taking on ‘Big Pharma’ to lower prescription drug prices
When it comes to health care, Maine should be fighting for patients over profits. This is especially true when it comes to prescription drugs.
6 years ago
It’s time to ‘keep calm and carry on’
The Brits have a saying that was part of their war effort during the Blitz that goes “Keep Calm and Carry On.”
6 years ago
Special censuses yield family clues
I recently wrote a column about two of the non-population federal censuses, agricultural and manufacturing, and promised I would write about other special censuses of value to genealogists.
6 years ago
How Maine is battling exorbitant drug prices
As a lifelong resident of Houlton, I know the back roads like the back of my hand. I know people in my community.
6 years ago
Join protest on Aroostook River Bridge and stand for peace
On March 19. 2003, the United States went to war against Iraq.
6 years ago
Rec center use hits lofty heights
It was nearly 13 years ago, back in 2006, that the Presque Isle City Council took the first steps in replacing the beloved William V. Haskell Community Center.
6 years ago
Tourmaline: Maine’s mineral
The Nylander Museum has a collection of Maine tourmalines in many colors and sizes.
