Opinion

2 years ago

Candidates Stewart and Underwood should answer constituent questions

To the editor:
I wrote to Maine Sen. Trey Stewart, R-Presque Isle, and Maine Rep. Joseph Underwood, R-Presque Isle, on April 25, asking whether they planned any public meetings to discuss what they have done in their current positions, and what they hope to accomplish should they be reelected. 

2 years ago

Climate change insanity

To the editor:
I want to take you back to the very end of the Trump administration. The economy was functioning on all cylinders. Gas was just over $2 a gallon.

2 years ago

Remembering the SNARK

The military installation (Presque Isle Army Air Base 1940-1947 and then Presque Isle Air Force Base) once located in Presque Isle played a major role in the defense of the nation for two decades. 

2 years ago

With sincere thanks

To the editor:
On May 8, a huge celebration was given to me by my sons and daughters, as it was my birthday as well as Mother’s Day. They invited the whole community to share with me that grand day.  

2 years ago

Take part in a refreshed downtown

Downtown areas have historically been the center of business trade and social interactions for many Maine communities including Presque Isle.

2 years ago

1950 census search

The 1950 census was released April 1 on the website of the National Archives (NARA) at www.archives.gov/reserach/census. Fee-based sites such as Ancestry.com also host the census.

2 years ago

Grateful for VFW’s help

To the editor:
The income tax season has just ended, which makes it a good time for us at AARP TaxAide in Caribou to extend a sincere thank you to the members and leadership of VFW post 9389.

2 years ago

History column sparked great memories

To the editor:        Thank you, Kim Smith, for your history of the Allen Building in the April 27 issue of this paper.  This building, which is located at 428 Main St., is next to the Northeastland Hotel, and has played an important part in my life. It was home to a law office for […]

2 years ago

On birthdays, age and enthusiasm

One lesson learned in working in the world: Age. Here in the United States, our sense of age shifts and changes depending on the community around a person. Down in the Southwest invitations, are often sent out for the quinceanera, a young woman’s formal recognition of her 15th year. Flashy, joyous, colorful celebrations ensue as […]